Events

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) awarded Enbridge its tunnel permit but ignored calls to consider the climate damages caused by extending the lifespan of America's Most Dangerous Pipeline and constructing an oil tunnel through the heart of the Great Lakes. The decision has been appealed to the Michigan Supreme Court - this is why we're gathering.

Join us in Lansing for a powerful Michigan Supreme Court arguments listening and press conference event.

We'll gather at Lansing's Central United Methodist Church in community to hear the Supreme Court arguments livestream, then move to the steps of the Michigan Supreme Court to form a wall of humanity behind the livestream press conference. Make a real difference! Attend to visibly represent the millions of Michiganders who will be harmed by this new fossil fuel project and call for shutting down Line 5 and for reversing the permit issued by the Michigan Public Service Commission.

The MPSC ignored tens of thousands of comments calling for climate impacts to be included in its permit decision. Come help right the wrongs of that decision by standing with us in peaceful protest and solidarity against this dangerous expansion. 

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Sign up for a carpool

A bus is available to transport you from Traverse City, courtesy of OWDM (free).

Activities during the livestream include poster-making, a selfie station, taking action, and mingling with like-minded activists. We'll provide coffee and bagels. We will also hand out our famous NO LINE 5 OIL TUNNEL t-shirts to wear at the press conference.

Space in the courtroom is very limited, so we've arranged a separate venue where everyone can listen and participate.

SCHEDULE - Wednesday, March 11, 2026

• 5:45 AM - Bus departs from Traverse City for Lansing (optional)
• 8:30 AM -  Central United Methodist Church open - coffee & bagels served
• 9:00 AM - Bus Arrives at Central United Methodist Church
• 9:30 AM - Livestream Arguments begin
• 11:15 AM - Gather on the MI Supreme Court Steps for an 11:30 AM press conference
• 12:30 PM - Bus departs Lansing for Traverse City
• 3:30 PM - Bus returns to Traverse City

Everyone should use the form below to RSVP. Please only sign up for the bus below if you are committed to riding.

FAQs

Do I need to ride the bus from Traverse City to attend?
-No! All are welcomed but we encourage you to RSVP

Where do I get on the bus in Traverse City?
-The boarding location will be centrally located. We'll let you know where to meet closer to departure.

How far is the walk between the Church and the Supreme Court?
-It is a 0.7-mile (about 16-minute walk). Or you may ride our shuttle bus to and from the church/court.

Can I give or get a ride in a carpool?
-Yes! Sign up to offer or receive a ride from wherever you live.

Is it ok if I skip the livestream and only attend the press conference?
-Yes! It's important that we have many people at the press conference to represent the support for reversing the permit decision.

I can't attend, but can I listen to the livestream?
-Yes! We'd love to gather people in Lansing, but the livestream audio will be available to the public.

Can I attend the court hearing in-person?
-You can try, but we have no control over who and how many people can fit in the courtroom.

Is the press conference rain or shine?
-Yes! If the weather is really bad, we'll hold the press conference at the church.