Roughly 3 miles of the Red Cedar River flow through Michigan State University's campus, providing habitat for a variety of fish and wildlife, offering a special space for the Spartan community to relax and recreate, and serving as a living laboratory for education and research. Michigan State University partners are working together to protect and promote this precious resource through 5 key areas:
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Follow these actions to be Spartan green and keep our river clean.
Per University Ordinance 37.01 Guidelines and Fishing Boundaries: Only catch and release fishing is permitted on campus, and individuals must maintain a current fishing license from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) and follow all fishing regulations established by the MDNR. Fishing off any bridge is prohibited as well as along either bank between the Wells Hall Bridge and the spillway structure near the Hannah Administration Building.
See something that’s not right in the river or riverbank? Call 517-355-0153 or email: ehs@msu.edu.