8-Aug-16 – Although unwelcome in the Great Lakes, Asian carp will be honored guests at an event this month hosted by Friends of the Chicago River.

The organization, working to improve the health of the Chicago River and keep Asian carp out of it, is planning an “Asian Carp Grill” on August 24, at which the invasive fish species will be barbecued and served by the owner of an upscale Lincoln Park seafood market.

Before dining on Asian carp, people attending the event will learn about the fish from a presentation by Margaret Frisbie, executive director of Friends of the Chicago River, and John Quail, director of watershed planning.