The D.J. Angus serves researchers and educational groups from her berth at Harbor Island in Grand Haven, Michigan. The vessel was built and endowed in 1985 and launched on June 13, 1986.

Vessel dimensions:

• Length: 45 feet 
• Beam: 14 feet 
• Draft: 4 feet 
• Engine: Cummins 6BT5.9 Diesel
• Tonnage: 22.5 tons

A list of onboard scientific equipment can be found here.

The D.J. Angus has served 27 Michigan counties from its home port at GVSU-AWRI's Lake Michigan Center at 740 W. Shoreline Drive, Muskegon, Michigan. Sampling areas include the Grand River, Spring Lake, and Lake Michigan. The D.J. Angus has served groups from 28 counties in Michigan and beyond.

There is no seating on the vessel and it has limited accessibility for passengers with disabilities. Questions about accessibility should be directed to Capt. Eric Hecox at (616) 331-3986 or [email protected]. Other questions such as scheduling the vessel should be directed to Cheryl Kastas at [email protected]. Read more about onboard experiential learning opportunities available through AWRI's Education & Outreach program.

Read more about the D.J. Angus at the Great Lakes Association of Science Ships: Great Lakes Science Vessels - D.J. Angus.

How did the vessel get its name? Learn about Mr. Donald Angus in his biography: D.J. Angus: Practical Entrepreneur.