April 1st is traditionally a day for harmless pranks, unexpected surprises, and fake engagement announcements. But did you know it’s also Fossil Fools’ Day? No, that’s not a typo—it’s a day dedicated to calling out the real tricksters: the fossil fuel industry. And if you live in the Great Lakes region, you’re no stranger to… Read more »
John Flesher vividly recalls his first up-close encounter with the Great Lakes. He had flown into Michigan the day before and seen Lake Erie from his plane, but it was nothing like stepping onto a Lake Michigan beach that day in August 1989. “The waves were just pounding the shore,” he says, “and I was… Read more »
We’re thrilled to announce that FLOW has moved to a new location on Lake Avenue in downtown Traverse City! This move is more than just a change of address—it’s a reflection of our deep connection to the waters we work so hard to protect. Being situated on Lake Avenue feels especially meaningful, as our mission… Read more »
Our programs Who we are Our story is about water. 20 percent of the world’s fresh surface water – and the need to educate citizens and leaders about protecting the Great Lakes as a commons held in public trust now and for future generations. At FLOW (For Love of Water), we believe the enduring ideas… Read more »
We want to hear from you! We know why we here at FLOW love the Great Lakes — from their beaches and to the abundant wildlife that live under the surface, but we would love to know why you love them? Share using the form below! Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this… Read more »
FLOW, Great Lakes Business Network, and Sierra Club File Joint Amici Brief in Nessel v. Enbridge Lawsuit, Dismantling Enbridge’s Allegations and Defending State Sovereignty Contact: Carrie La Seur, FLOW Legal Director carrie@flowforwater.org (231) 944-1568 Traverse City, Mich. – On December 2, 2024, For Love of Water (FLOW), Great Lakes Business Network (GLBN), and Sierra… Read more »
Traverse City, Mich.—On October 22, FLOW (For Love of Water) and Great Lakes Business Network (GLBN) filed a brief calling on the U.S. Court of Appeals to stop a pipeline company from stripping away Michigan’s power to protect the Great Lakes. Enbridge Energy, which owns the dual Line 5 pipelines, launched the 2020 federal lawsuit… Read more »
2024 Our top 3 highlights: January 2024 January 1, 2024; 9&10 News For Love of Water files appeal to overturn approval of Enbridge’s Line 5 relocation “For Love of Water filed an appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals to overturn the Michigan Public Service Commission’s approval of Enbridge’s application to relocate Line 5 to… Read more »
Support the Great Lakes! By: Lynn FrazeFLOW supporter Growing up I never thought of water as a controversial issue. My grandparents (born in the 1890s) built a log cabin on Pickerel Lake in Northern Michigan a few years before I was born. My fondest memories were summers spent Up North swimming, fishing and exploring the… Read more »
Exploring these webinars is a great way to dive into a range of interesting and important topics. Whether you’re curious about how we manage groundwater resources, eager to hear about new book releases, interested in knowing more about shutting down Line 5, or excited to learn about regenerative agriculture practices, each webinar offers a chance… Read more »
