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Return of the Lake Sturgeon

Special | 11m 15s

The 12-minute documentary explores the sturgeon lift operation.

Green Bay Lake Sturgeon during their spring spawning run are blocked from traveling up the Menominee River by the first set of dams. The 12-minute documentary explores the sturgeon lift operation, how the sturgeon make their way past the dams and spawn 22 miles upriver at the Grand Rapids Dam.

12/23/2025

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WNMU Presents is a local public television program presented by WNMU-TV PBS

WNMU Presents

Return of the Lake Sturgeon

Special | 11m 15s

Green Bay Lake Sturgeon during their spring spawning run are blocked from traveling up the Menominee River by the first set of dams. The 12-minute documentary explores the sturgeon lift operation, how the sturgeon make their way past the dams and spawn 22 miles upriver at the Grand Rapids Dam.

12/23/2025

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