Kara Lynn Dunn

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River Shoreline Erosion Problems? NY Sea Grant Can Help

Shoreline erosion is a constant issue for waterfront property owners. The action of wind, water, and ice against the shore impacts the natural environment and manmade structures . . .

Volume 19, Issue 5, May 2024
Kara Lynn Dunn

"Microplastic Pollution Discovered in the St. Lawrence River."

“Microplastic Pollution Discovered in St. Lawrence River” was the headline of a news release in September 2014, as McGill University . . .

Volume 17, Issue 7, July 2022
Kara Lynn Dunn

Artistry in Fabric: Quilt Show Returns to Clayton June 3 – 5, 2022

After missing its 2020 show the North Country Quilting Guild presents quilts of all sizes and styles, plus 14 demonstrations, professional judging, and vendors.

Artists
Kara Lynn Dunn

US Winter Boat Show No-Go? So, Try These Alternatives

With the NY State Boat Show cancelled, try these four alternatives! Visit dealers; hunt for safety gear; take a boating course; or binge watch videos.

Volume 17, Issue 1, January 2022
Kara Lynn Dunn

Good News in Conservation Effort for “Living Fossil” Fish

Recent milestones for lake sturgeon conservation in New York and Ontario waters have generated new excitement and support for sturgeon research, stocking efforts, and educational outreach . . .

Volume 16, Issue 9, September 2021
Kara Lynn Dunn

Gobies, Methane Gas and Shoreline Erosion... Research on the River

Recently-granted research projects are investigating areas of interest to St. Lawrence River property owners concerned about invasive species impact, water quality, and shoreline erosion.

Volume 14, Issue 9, September 2019
Kara Lynn Dunn

Celebrating Women in the Great Outdoors at Clayton Show

Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) and Beyond BOW are training and experience programs developed in 1994

Volume 14, Issue 7, July 2019
Kara Lynn Dunn

Prehistoric Fish Receiving Help to Return to the River

Is that a prehistoric fish? Is it really more than 150 years old? Are lake sturgeon returning to the St. Lawrence River?

Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2019
Kara Lynn Dunn

Dog Owners: Be Alert to Harmful Algal Blooms!

New York Sea Grant reminds those of us who have dogs, who love the water, to be alert to the danger that harmful algal b...

Volume 13, Issue 7, July 2018
Kara Lynn Dunn

5 Tips to Rent a Boat

Interested in getting out on the water this summer, but not ready to buy a boat of your own? New York Sea Grant and the...

Volume 13, Issue 6, June 2018
Kara Lynn Dunn