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8th Graders Stand Up for Great Lakes, Prepare to Paddle

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They’re only in the eighth grade, but these two Traverse City girls are raising awareness about Great Lakes issues in a big way.

Sophia Christian and Paige Peters plan to stand-up paddleboard across the Straits of Mackinac on April 27.

They will be paddling with their eighth grade science teacher, Kwin Morris, who is also the co-founder of the non-profit .

Michelle Dunaway spoke with them about how they are preparing for the journey and the safety measures that will be in place.

Watch the video above to learn more.

Or donate to their $4,000 goal by visiting their

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