LLO's Freshwater Discovery Day
Thank you to the sponsors of Freshwater Discovery Day 2025!
Congratulations to Science and Society Award winner Mindy Granley, and Alumni Award winner Isla Castañeda for their outstanding achievements and contributions to freshwater science.
After an incredible first year, we are thrilled to bring back Freshwater Discovery Day on July 30th, 2025. FDD is your chance to step into the world of Large Lakes Observatory researchers. Meet scientists, explore cutting-edge discoveries through hands-on demos and talks, and learn why lake research matters to our community at a critical time for freshwater science. Come join us on this journey.
At this day-long immersive event, the scientists of LLO will share our research with you and deepen your understanding of Earth’s largest lakes, with activities and demonstrations including:
- A scientist-guided Lake Superior cruise onboard the Vista Star
- What does UMD’s buoy data tell us?
- Tours of Research Vessel Blue Heron
- Cyanobacteria in the Duluth Harbor
- Winter limnology Ice shanty
- Trivia and exhibits about global lake research
- What makes Lake Superior water so good?
- Sediment coring demonstrations
- A film screening of Our Blue World
- Equipment demonstrations
and much more!
Tickets:
Tickets for this event are no longer available.
Event Parking:
Full-day free parking available at Pier B Resort Hotel. A 0.7 mile one-way walk to and from Vista Fleet dock is required for the morning cruise. Alternative arrangements are available for those that prefer a shuttle, contact [email protected] or (218-726-8522) to request these services. Parking is also available near the Vista Fleet dock at the DECC for $10/day.
Event Lodging:
Room reservations at Pier B: Guests can call the front desk at 218-481-8888 to book in the Large Lakes Observatory room block or online at www.pierbresort.com using Group Code LARG2925. Offer expires 7/1/2025.
Interested in sponsoring Freshwater Discovery Day? Sponsors have an opportunity to support efforts to share freshwater science and education with the community and stakeholders. Event sponsors will receive complimentary tickets to Freshwater Discovery Day as well as the exclusive Large Lakes Council dinner that evening. Dinner attendees will help name a newly discovered lake microbe!
Learn more about sponsorship opportunities on the event website, or contact director Catherine O’Reilly at [email protected] or 218-726-7926.
