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Lake Superior is a treasure. One would be hard-pressed to find a Minnesotan who disagrees with that statement. Yet, despite the special place it holds in our hearts, understanding of, commitment to, and support for efforts to protect Lake Superior is lacking in the state. That situation must change.

Ask U.S. presidential candidates to make Great Lakes restoration funding a priority. Click on this button to sign a petition.

Click here to download the Lake Superior Restoration Report published in 2005.

Click here to download a Citizens' Action Guide.

News, Events & Announcements

		Public Comment Is Sought On Ballast Water General Permit (7/1/2008) This state permit would help protect Minnesota waters of Lake Superior from potential environmental and economic harm caused by aquatic invasive species carried in the ballast... Read more.
		Governor Strickland Signs Historic Great Lakes Compact (7/1/2008) Ohio joins 5 other states in ratifying compact Read more.
		Great Lakes Regional Collaboration releases progress report and call to action (7/1/2008) A team of state, federal, tribal, city and non-governmental representatives wrote the report. Read more.
		Great Lakes compact focus shifting to Congress (6/29/2008) By John Flesher, Associated Press Read more.
		News Release: Great Lakes surges in forest certification (6/23/2008) Study shows region faces continued growth Read more.


	MEP News Watch for July 2, 2008 7/2/2008 Environmental News from Around Minnesota Read more. Vote Yes Minnesota Campaign Announces Film Contest 7/1/2008 Tell us why you want to protect the Minnesota you love Read more.