Business Leaders Meet at Shedd Aquarium to Discuss Protecting, Restoring Vitality of Great Lakes
Great Lakes Business Network, Shedd Link Arms to Elevate Business Community Support for Conservation Policy to Protect Waterways from Invasive Species, Including Asian Carp
Oct 29th, 2019
Over 200 Hunting, Fishing, Conservation Groups Support Plan to Stop Asian Carp
‘Without firm and swift action to stop the further movement of Asian carp and other invasive species, the future of hunting, fishing and our outdoor heritage in the Great Lakes and Mississippi River region is at risk.’
Feb 22nd, 2019
Statement: National Wildlife Federation Supports Updated Plan to Stop Asian Carp
The invasive species is a clear and present danger to the Great Lakes sport-fishery, which is estimated to generate at least $7 billion each year in economic activity.
Nov 21st, 2018
50 Sportsmen’s Groups Support Swift Action on Asian Carp Plan
Hunters, anglers, conservation groups support the Army Corps of Engineers Brandon Road plan.
Dec 8th, 2017
National Wildlife Federation: Army Corps Plan to Make Asian Carp “Run the Gauntlet” Looks Promising
The release of the plan kicks off a 45-day comment period ending September 21.
Aug 7th, 2017
National Wildlife Federation Calls for Release of Draft Study on Brandon Road Lock and Dam Upon Discovery of Live Asian Carp Nine Miles From Lake Michigan
A live Asian carp was discovered below the T.J. O’Brien Lock and Dam, nine miles from Lake Michigan
Jun 23rd, 2017
In Budget Deal, Congress “Expects” Release of Draft Plan to Stop Asian Carp
Congress “expects” plan release in budget language, directs open and transparent process
May 1st, 2017
U.S. House Pushes Back to Restore Great Lakes Funding, In Wake of Proposed Trump Administration Cuts
Republicans, Democrats fight back against proposed cuts to Great Lakes funding
Mar 30th, 2017
NWF Names Simone Lightfoot Director, National Urban Initiatives
Move to bolster conservation work in front-line communities across the country.
Aug 24th, 2016
