Great Lakes Environmental Festival, Inc.

08/30/2026

“Drought and Deluge” by Dr. Zigmond Kozicki
“Drought and Deluge” is a public affairs video produced by Dr. Zigmond Kozicki and Dr. Stephanie Baiyasi for the MCTV Community Voices series, part of the A to Zig program. It addresses the growing impacts of climate change on the environment, highlighting how human behavior is contributing to both prolonged droughts and intense flooding events
Content and Theme
The episode frames climate change as a dual threat — drought and deluge — where extreme weather patterns disrupt ecosystems, agriculture, and communities. It emphasizes that these shifts are harming life on Earth and calls for public awareness and action .

Production and Availability
Producers: Dr. Zigmond Kozicki (psychologist and population health expert) and Dr. Stephanie Baiyasi (veterinarian and public health professional). Series: A to Zig, a community media initiative by MCTV Network in Midland, Michigan. Runtime: Approximately 34 minutes, Release: March 2023
Where to Watch: YouTube: MCTV Community Voices channel — search for A to Zig, A slippery Slope | Program D - Drought and Deluge. Internet Archive: Free download and streaming options for the full episode

Dr. Kozicki’s work often focuses on using video to educate and engage communities on environmental and public health issues. His collaborations with Dr. Baiyasi have produced over thirty video productions, many centered on One Health, ecology, and climate change. This episode aligns with their broader mission of translating complex environmental science into accessible, community-focused content.

If you want to explore more of their work, you can also look into their participation in events like the Great Lakes Environmental Festival, where they have presented similar themes
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08/29/2026

Is Line 5 a ticking time bomb? https://www.facebook.com/reel/1607963284211726

07/27/2026

Environmental Activism is what organizations like AFFEW are promoting. This podcast provides more information for you to consider. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAUIy1qSxl0DAroiVtQnWGQ

07/23/2026

Forest Fires are in part a result of global warming. How Petroleum Contributes to Global Warming: Carbon Release: Burning gasoline and diesel releases large amounts of stored carbon dioxide into the air. The result is (1) Heat Trapping: These greenhouse gases form a blanket in the atmosphere that traps heat from the sun. (2) Rising Temperatures: This trapped heat steadily raises the average temperature of the entire planet How Global Warming Fuels Forest Fires. (3) Drier Lands: Higher global temperatures dry out soil, plants, and trees much faster. (4) Longer Fire Seasons: Warmer weather lengthens the time of year when conditions are right for fires to start and spread.(5) Intense Spreads: Dry and hot weather helps small sparks turn into massive, fast-moving forest fires.

Mining, drilling, and burning dirty energy are harming the environment and our health. Here’s everything you need to know about fossil fuels and why we need to embrace a clean energy future.

07/20/2026

Alliance for the Great Lakes Announces the Community Partnerships Grant Program
The Alliance for the Great Lakes is pleased to announce the new Community Partnerships Grant Program – Southern Lake Michigan (CPGP), a funding program to support the aims of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). Through CPGP, the Alliance will award a total of $1,125,000 in 2026 for community-driven projects that will reduce pollution, control invasive species, and restore lands and waters for communities within the Southern Lake Michigan Watershed program area. https://greatlakes.org/2026/07/alliance-for-the-great-lakes-announces-the-community-partnerships-grant-program/

07/19/2026

What can you do to make 2026 a year where the environment gets more attention than the tax on smoke from fires in Canada (which is mostly a result of climate change) crossing the US border. To promote environmental awareness and conservation in the Great Lakes region, consider participating in the Great Lakes Environmental Festival by following these steps:

Attend educational workshops on local ecosystems and conservation efforts.
Participate in hands-on activities like tree planting and clean-up events.
Explore exhibits showcasing sustainable practices and local wildlife.
Engage with local organizations focused on protecting the Great Lakes.
Enjoy family-friendly activities that promote environmental stewardship.
Share your experiences on social media to raise awareness about the Great Lakes Environmental Festival.
Attend the Great Lakes Environmental Festival October 23-24, 2026 in Manistee Michigan.

06/25/2026

US Common Ground Podcast | Delaware River Keeper. In this episode Ziggy talks with the Delaware River Keeper, Maya K. van Rossum about protecting watersheds and finding common ground within water protection.

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06/08/2026

To promote environmental awareness and conservation in the Great Lakes region, consider participating in the Great Lakes Environmental Festival: October 23-24,2026 Manistee Michigan at West Shore Community College, River Street in Downtown, Manistee, Michigan.

Engage with local organizations focused on water quality and habitat preservation.
Attend educational workshops on sustainable practices and conservation efforts.
Participate in hands-on activities like clean-up events along the lakeshores.
Explore exhibits showcasing local wildlife and ecosystems.
Enjoy family-friendly activities that promote environmental stewardship.
Network with community members and environmental advocates to share ideas.

04/22/2026

One Health is a model that can make our planet safer for humans.

04/11/2026

This is an update. The 2026 Great Lakes Environmental Festival (GLEF) is being moved to a new date. More details will be shared in the future. The change is intended to connect with younger people and get them involved. We will be making more information available once we are able to complete research regarding this intended change. We hope that everyone who has supported the previous GLEF events will continue to be interested and supportive of our mission. Thank you.