Connect to the Great Lakes at Discovery Pier
You can connect to the Great Lakes through experiences and adventures provided by our pier partners and through educational and innovative experiences at the Freshwater Research and Innovation Center.
Connect with your community by volunteering at Discovery Pier.
Pier Partners
Our partners on the pier include nonprofits and businesses. These organizations provide recreational and educational experiences on the Great Lakes, and many offer free adventures through Discovery Pier’s All Aboard program.
Coming Spring 2027
Campus Partners:
Freshwater Research & Innovation Center
Northwestern Michigan College
20Fathoms
Traverse Connect
Michigan Technological University
Volunteer
You can make a difference for the Great Lakes and for youth in our region by volunteering for Discovery Pier.