Over the last century there has been an explosion in human growth and innovation that has added to our lives through technology and has also expanded how we view and understand the world. Climate change has been receiving increased attention in the media and scientific community. Irrespective of the cause, there is a truth in the observation that the Earth is experiencing an increase in temperature that will have far reaching consequences. The Great Lakes and global warming will vastly alter the landscape and environment of that area of America in the coming future.