Bring World Lake Day home to Michigan

If you need an excuse for a “lake break” to enjoy Michigan waters, no less than the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly is telling you: Go for it.

Thursday, Aug. 27, is World Lake Day, declared by the U.N. and dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and sustainably managing the world’s lakes. Michigan is on board. Gov. Whitmer has also issued a proclamation. 

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and its Office of the Great Lakes (OGL) are joining communities worldwide in the annual recognition by spotlighting the vital importance of lakes and the crucial role of education in sustaining the world’s freshwater legacy.

The OGL encourages Michiganders to connect with lakes, small or Great, today or anytime. Spend time on or near the water, reflect on or learn about the wonders of our Great Lakes State, and act to protect and steward these vital resources. You can pick up trash or join an organized cleanup, swim or wade, boat or fish, read a book or article, watch a video or webinar, or support organizations advancing research or stewardship. There are countless ways to engage:

The U.N.’s designation of an annual World Lake Day reflects growing international recognition of freshwater lakes as critical resources and defenses against the worst impacts of climate change. The observance date, Aug. 27, commemorates the first World Lake Conference in 1984, in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Shiga – home to Japan’s largest freshwater body, Lake Biwa – has a sister state relationship with Michigan because of their shared commitments to lakes. 

The celebration builds on momentum from Michigan’s annual Great Lakes and Fresh Water Week, which EGLE and partners mark in late May or early June each year to further connect residents to their local waterways and amplifying statewide stewardship efforts. 

More information is available at World Lake Day | United Nations. Learn more about Michigan waters on the OGL’s Stewarding the Great Lakes webpage. 

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