Publisher's Synopsis
The Detroit River is located in the heart of the Great Lakes and all water from Lakes Superior, Huron, and Michigan flow through it on a journey to the lower Great Lakes and Atlantic Ocean. The Detroit River watershed is considered the automobile capital of the United States and has nearly five million people living in it. "Humbug Marsh: A Wetland Symphony" is a story of the preservation of the last mile of undeveloped U.S. shoreline on the Detroit River. Join three different girls throughout history on a walk through the marsh. Smell the fresh air. Hear the rustle of the wind in the oak trees. Watch the busy beaver build its home. Enjoy a trip through time and discover the natural wonders of Humbug Marsh. Learn how we are part of these ecosystems and how we must care for them as our home.
