Announcements
One Water Gathering Conference
Lake Huron Forever
When: Friday June 17th, 2022 – Saturday June 18th, 2022
Where: Alpena, Michigan
About Lake Huron Forever
The Lake Huron Forever initiative was developed in 2019 by shoreline community foundations and conservation partners from the United States and Canada to advance water quality protection and healthy, sustainable communities on both sides of the lake. The Lake Huron Forever initiative aims to support community conversation and collaboration in the design and implementation of on-the-ground work to strengthen the health and well-being of residents as well as natural resources.

Protecting water quality, ensuring the diversity of plant and animal life, and supporting communities across the region means committing to the long-term protection of Lake Huron. In the coming years, they will strive to engage communities and activate collaboration and partnerships to sustain a healthy Lake Huron through the Lake Huron Forever initiative.

One Water Gathering Conference
This year Lake Huron forever is holding an international conference that brings together professionals and partners from both sides of Lake Huron to explore solutions, share best practices and celebrate a sustainable future for Lake Huron.

The conference welcomes Canadian, United States, First Nations and Tribal partners, municipal leaders, watershed groups, regulatory agencies, engineers, landscape architects, school administrators, educators, artists, writers, musicians and volunteers who all share a common goal of supporting a healthy Lake Huron forever.

Conference details and registration available at: lakehuronforever.org
Become a Green Ribbon Champion participant this year!
Do you own property along the shoreline in the Township of Huron-Kinloss, the Municipality of Kincardine, or the Town of Suageen Shores?

Become a Green Ribbon Champion (GRC) participant this year to receive a free beach-dune assessment and unique restoration plan from our Coastal Restoration Technician!
Boiler Beach Invasive Species Removal

Boiler Beach needs your help! Join us for the final restoration workshop on June 11th! You will learn how to identify and remove common invasive species along the shoreline. Share this event with your family and friends. We can't wait to see you there!

Date: Saturday, June 11th

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Boiler Beach Rd & Goderich St, Huron-Kinloss, ON, Canada
Shoreline Awareness: Rip Currents
As we approach the summer months, we want to teach you how to identify and avoid rip currents in Lake Huron. Keep these tips and tricks in mind when you visit the beach this summer. Stay safe out there!

What is a rip current?
A rip current is a narrow, powerful current of water moving directly away from the shore, out into the lake. Rip currents can occur along any coastline where there are breaking waves, including in our Great Lakes.
Avoid swimming where there is a break in the wave pattern
A break in the incoming wave pattern is one sign of a rip current, though this may not always be easy to see, especially if you are already in the water. Rip currents are most likely to be dangerous during high wind and wave conditions. They are generally no larger than 25 metres (80 feet) wide and usually break up close to the shoreline.
Beware of currents around piers or jetties
Never swim within 50 metres (164 feet) of a pier or jetty. Play it safe and stay away from these structures when swimming. 
Escape a rip current
Swim parallel to the shoreline to escape a rip current. Do not try to fight against the current and swim back to the shore until you are clear of the current. If it is too difficult to swim, float on your back or tread water until the current carries you past the sand bar. The water may be calmer there, making it easier to swim back to the beach.

How to help someone who is stuck in a rip current
If you see someone caught in a rip current, don’t attempt a rescue yourself. People have drowned trying to save someone else from a rip current. Inform a lifeguard and call 9-1-1 if you see someone caught in a rip current. If there is no lifeguard on the beach, throw the rip current victim a flotation device. Yell and gesture clear instructions on how to escape.
The Lake Huron Coastal Centre is a registered charity founded in 1998 with the goals of protecting and restoring Lake Huron's coastal environment. We are the voice for Lake Huron.