Grand Marais teen wins grant for deer habitat

By Andy Henion Communications representative, Wildlife Division Michigan Department of Natural Resources Earlier this year, Will Paul, an avid bowhunter, wrote a successful grant proposal to improve deer habitat in the eastern Upper Peninsula. Once the $10,673 in...

Lake Superior safety buoys deployed

Three climate monitoring and maritime safety buoys have been deployed for the season from the south shore of Lake Superior. The Superior Watershed Partnership staff deployed the buoys with boat support provided by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources  and...

Natural barriers to keep geese off Michigan shores

By Madeline Shepard, Watersheds Coordinator Goose poop: a familiar sight for those who frequent Michigan’s state parks, a dreaded seasonal chore for waterfront homeowners, and a popular party-pooper on barefooted strolls. Beyond inconvenience, goose poop is common...

Michigan Free Fishing weekend set for first of June

Michigan DNR Two days twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan’s premier outdoor activities, Michigan fishing, for FREE! The summer Free Fishing Weekend is scheduled for June 7-8. On these dates, all fishing license fees are waived for two...

Flex your LEGO skills for the Seney Refuge

What can we create when we combine wildlife, nature, and bricks? Let’s find out! Builders of all ages and experience levels are invited to build a piece to show they are Wild About Seney. Builds could be a landscape from Seney Refuge, a specific species at Seney...

Watch for migrating turtles on the roads

By TOM GONIEA Fisheries biologist, Fisheries Division Michigan Department of Natural Resources As spring transitions to summer and the warm temperatures roll in, Michiganders weary of winter excitedly begin adventuring across the state. It’s a time of renewal and...