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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
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SUMMARY:Bad River Watershed Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the month of August in observing as many species in the Bad River Watershed as we can! We are especially interested in surveying for threatened\, endangered\, and nonlocal beings. We are most interested in observations of these species along waterways *one quarter mile upstream* and *two miles downstream* of the proposed reroute. However\, we are not looking to observe species on any Bad River Reservation lands. \nTo submit observations\, check out our iNaturalist event\, where you can also see a map of the area of interest. For checking locations\, see https://watchline5.com/wisconsin-reroute/ for a downloadable map of the proposed reroute and access roads. If surveying by waterways\, ensure you are entering along public roads and staying within the current to avoid trespassing on private properties. \nEmail tne.search2@proton.me for more info or to get connected with surveying opportunities! See https://watchline5.com/endangered-and-threatened-species-survey/ for more info.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/bad-river-watershed-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Private: Bad River Watershed
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T160000
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SUMMARY:Water Protectors Panel on Line 5
DESCRIPTION:A panel discussion exploring issues related to Line 5. For more information see event website . \nExpert panelists include:  \n\nMae Wright\, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer\, LTBB\nBrian O’Mara\, Geologic Engineer and Tunnel Specialist\nSean McBrearty\, Michigan Legislative and Policy Director at Clean Water Action\nMatthew Borke\, Water Protector
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/water-protectors-panel-on-line-5/
LOCATION:Crooked Tree Art Center\, 461 E. Mitchell St.\, Petoskey\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250811T200000
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SUMMARY:Community Gathering\, Ashland
DESCRIPTION:On August 12\, the contested case hearing for the challenge of Enbridge Line 5 state permits by the Bad River Band and environmental groups begins in Ashland. Join us the day before for a community gathering.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/community-gathering/
LOCATION:Prentice Park small pavilion\, Ashland\, WI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T191148
CREATED:20250716T200342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T180134Z
UID:304-1754989200-1755018000@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:DNR Contested Case Hearing Begins--Ashland
DESCRIPTION:The DNR Contested Case Hearing begins in Ashland\, Wisconsin with Opening Statements\, and Public Testimony. During the contested case hearing\, parties will argue in trial-like proceeding about a decision\, bringing evidence and testimony to prove their position. \nFor more information visit the MEA and the DNR websites\, and the MEA flyer. \nNote: Members of the public who choose to testify must do so in person and are open to cross-examination by Enbridge attorneys. If you wish to testify in either Ashland or Madison\, you must register at the start of the hearing on August 12. You may register in person or using the Teams link below. \nVirtual Option: The hearing will also be available by video and telephone via Microsoft Teams. To connect by video\, use Microsoft Teams on the web or the Teams app\, then enter the Meeting ID: 247 227 844 895 and passcode: aK6Bt7Ye. \nMore information on the contested case:  On Nov. 14\, 2024\, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (Department) issued Permit #IP-NO-2020-2-N00471 to Enbridge Energy\, LP (Enbridge). On Dec. 12\, 2024\, the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa\, by its attorneys\, Earthjustice\, and 350 Wisconsin\, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin\, and Sierra Club\, by their attorneys Midwest Environmental Advocates and Clean Wisconsin\, filed Petitions for a Contested Case Hearing with the DNR pursuant to Wis. Stat. §§ 227.42\, 30.209\, and 281.36(3q).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/contested-case-public-hearing/
LOCATION:Northwoods Tech College\, 2100 Beaser Ave\, Ashland\, WI\, 54806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T191148
CREATED:20250802T155952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T000246Z
UID:417-1755021600-1755028800@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session on Line 5 Tunnel Construction
DESCRIPTION:Public Information Session for an application received by EGLE to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel. \nMichigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes\, and Energy (EGLE)\, Water Resources Division (WRD) will hold a virtual public information session on August 12\, 2025\, at 6:00 p.m. (EDT). During the session\, the public will be able to ask questions and learn information about the EGLE application submitted by Enbridge Energy to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel Project. This is an informational session only and will include a presentation followed by a question-and-answer session. Questions related to the proposed project and permit application review should be asked during this meeting. An official public hearing will held virtually on Tuesday\, August 19th to take verbal comments on the project. \nA recording of this meeting will be made available the day after the meeting has concluded. \nTo attend the online public information meeting register at https://bit.ly/453At0y. After\nregistering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the\nmeeting. If you do not have internet access and would like to join by PHONE ONLY please\nuse the following phone number: 636-651-3142\, and use conference code 374288. Pre-\nregistration is not required to attend the meeting. Individuals interested in participating can\nclick the link above at the start of the event (6:00 p.m.). \nTo read the full public notice from the state of Michigan\, visit: https://www.michigan.gov/egle/-/media/Project/Websites/egle/Documents/Multi-Division/Line-5/Public-Notice/2025-07-16-Notice.pdf
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/virtual-mi-line-5-public-comment-information-session-by-egle-on-last-mi-state-environmental-permit-needed/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818
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CREATED:20250802T224126Z
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UID:419-1755216000-1755475199@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Bad River Powwow
DESCRIPTION:See the following link for more information: https://www.badriver-nsn.gov/bad-river-manoomin-powwow/
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/bad-river-powwow/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250819T200000
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UID:422-1755626400-1755633600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Virtual MI EGLE Public Hearing
DESCRIPTION:MI EGLE is hosting a Public Hearing for Enbridge’s  application to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel Project. \nThe permits are under the authority of Part 303\, Wetlands Protection and Part 325\, Great Lakes Bottomlands\, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA). The applicant proposes to grade\, construct\, and maintain uses in 1.53 acres of wetlands in Mackinac County on Point LaBarbe. Activities include building construction\, construction laydown areas\, tunnel portal construction\, and road improvements within wetlands. Additionally\, a water intake structure is proposed in Emmet County on McGulpin Point with associated Lake Michigan bottomland impact. This includes a pipe extension where the intake line exits the lake bottom\, and the intake structure which is proposed to be placed on a precast concrete pad. Up to 15 concrete ballasts\, to weigh the intake pipe and structure to the lake bottom are also proposed. The water intake structure is proposed to remain on Lake Michigan bottomlands for the duration of construction\, and all bottomland impacts from the intake are proposed to be eliminated following construction. The project is located in T39N\, R04W\, Section 10\, Wawatam and T40N\, R04W in Moran Township\, Emmet and Mackinac County\, Michigan. \nRegister and see more event details on the Zoom Webinar registration website. \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email from “EGLE Outreach” with a link for you to use to join the online hearing. Pre-registration is not required to attend. Individuals interested in participating can click on the registration link (https://bit.ly/4lzO1XF) at the start of the event (6:00 p.m.). \nFor more information\, please visit the MI EGLE website. \nAdditional information can be found and comments can also be made through EGLE’s MiEnviro database at https://mienviro.michigan.gov/ncore (click on “Public Notice Search” then search under EGLE Application/Submission HQ3-8BYB-N9DT1).
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/virtual-mi-egle-only-verbal-public-comment/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTSTAMP:20260506T191148
CREATED:20250803T001256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T204250Z
UID:431-1756425600-1756511999@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Enbridge Petitioner Brief Due  - Nessel v Enbridge
DESCRIPTION:August 29 is the deadline for the petitioner brief in the US Supreme Court case of Nessel vs Enbridge. \nFor more information visit the supreme court website. Or see this website for a description of the case from Michigan Advance.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/enbridge-petitioner-brief-due-nessel-v-enbridge/
CATEGORIES:Legal/Hearings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
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CREATED:20250823T214623Z
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UID:435-1756425600-1756511999@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Nibi Onjigemiwin – "Water is Calling"
DESCRIPTION:This is a community gathering in Sault Ste. Marie\, with a portion online. The gathering will include a water ceremony & teaching\, an art build\, stories\, a documentary screening\, a panel discussion and a free community feast. \nThe Nibi Onjigemiwin Water is Calling is an Anishinaabe-kwe led initiative where Anishinaabe Grandmothers are beginning a series of Water Walks throughout their traditional home waters\, The Great Lakes\, over  four years to bring awareness to the importance of Water and connect the Indigenous and non-indigenous communities around the Great Lakes. \nRegister online at tinyurl.com/wateriscalling
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/nibi-onjigemiwin-water-is-calling/
LOCATION:Sault St. Marie
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250829T210000
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CREATED:20250801T220324Z
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UID:399-1756468800-1756501200@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Water Weekend Friday Events
DESCRIPTION:Water Weekend Friday August 29 Events\nTip of the Mitt Watershed Council Open House\, 12pm-4:30pm: Location is 426 Bay st. Petoskey\, MI \nCommunity potluck gratitude dinner\, 6pm-9pm: This is a welcome feast the night before Water is Life Festival. See the Water is Life Festival website for more details.\nLocation: 200 Wachtel Ave\, Petoskey\, MI \nMore Water Weekend events: visit this website for a list of all events during the water weekend and to register or donate. \n 
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/community-potluck-water-is-life-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250830T210000
DTSTAMP:20260506T191148
CREATED:20250803T002210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T171850Z
UID:434-1756544400-1756587600@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Water Weekend Saturday Events (Water is Life Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Water Weekend Saturday August 30 Events\nPipe Out Paddle Up\, 9am-12:30pm: A community event to help raise awareness to shut down line 5 and oppose the line 5 tunnel. There will be family fun\, food and kayaking. See this link for more information.\nYou can also support the Pipe Out Paddle Up by donating here or sponsoring here. \nLocation: American Legion Park\, 200 N State St.\, St. Ignace\, MI \nWater is Life Festival\, 12pm-9pm: The annual Water Is Life Festival is held by water protectors fighting against Line 5 and the proposed pipeline projects at the Straits of Mackinac. More info here. \nLocation: 200 Wachtel Ave\, Petoskey\, MI \nMore Water Weekend events: visit this website for a list of all events during the water weekend and to register or donate.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/pipe-out-paddle-up/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250831T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T191148
CREATED:20250801T220922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T010000Z
UID:402-1756634400-1756672200@watchline5.com
SUMMARY:Water Weekend Sunday Events
DESCRIPTION:Sunday August 31 Events during the Water Weekend:\nBad River Film Screening\, 2pm-4:30pm: Film screening of Bad River with an introduction by Bad River tribal citizen and elder\, Joe Bates and a Q&A session afterwards. See the Water is Life Festival website for more details \nLocation: 461 E Mitchell St.\, Petoskey\, MI \nMovement Workshops\, 10am-1pm and 5:30pm-8:30pm: Email for location – greatlakescreatives@proton.me \nMore Water Weekend events: Visit this website for a list of all events during the water weekend and to register or donate.
URL:https://watchline5.com/event/bad-river-film-screening-water-is-life-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational Events
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