News & Fun in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is the state agency responsible for managing Michigan’s natural resources, including state parks, forests, and wildlife. Established in 1921, the MDNR oversees conservation efforts, outdoor recreation, and environmental protection to ensure sustainable use of the state’s natural assets.
For residents and visitors interested in hunting, fishing, or other outdoor activities, the MDNR provides resources and licensing information through its official website. Additionally, the MDNR offers an eLicense system for purchasing licenses and permits online, streamlining access to recreational opportunities.
The MDNR also plays a crucial role in environmental education, offering programs and workshops to promote awareness and stewardship of Michigan’s natural heritage. By collaborating with communities and stakeholders, the department aims to balance conservation efforts with public enjoyment of the state’s diverse ecosystems.
Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources has completed a significant mineral rights exchange with Keweenaw Land Association, consolidating 8,392 acres beneath Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. This deal balances park conservation with economic mineral exploration, enhancing protection while granting access to valuable resources like copper and gold across the Upper Peninsula.
The Michigan DNR urges anglers to report any caught marked splake during the fall fishing season on Lake Superior. This ongoing study, started in 2021 and running until 2030, assesses the splake’s behavior and movement. Reporting contributes valuable data to enhance fisheries management and improve nearshore fishing opportunities.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is launching the ‘Michigan the Beautiful’ campaign to conserve 30% of the state’s lands and waters by 2030. Through public webinars and an online survey, residents are invited to share their conservation priorities, addressing climate change and biodiversity loss while fostering community engagement and collaboration.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is conducting its annual nighttime walleye surveys to monitor young populations essential for sustainable fisheries management. Beginning in late September, the surveys, involving electrofishing boats, aim to differentiate between wild and stocked walleye. Increased collaboration with tribal agencies enhances data collection for informed management decisions. Safety precautions are emphasized during operations.
In a few days, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will launch its free snowmobiling weekend, allowing users to use their vehicles for two days without registering or obtaining a trail permit.
Effective January 1, 2023, the walleye season changes took effect to open year-round walleye fishing on the lower Saginaw River in Bay and Saginaw counties.
We have been waiting for the latest fisheries survey since the summer ended. One of our most popular posts is entitled What Happened To All The Yellow Perch In Saginaw Bay? It was a 2020 interview with Tom Goniea, a Senior …
Last week, Michigan’s Governor signed legislation authorizing $45.6 million in Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grants, expanding opportunities for quality outdoor recreation.
The City of Caseville in Huron County received $298,000 for the development of Riverside Park and Water Trailhead.
