Mar 24, 2021 | Outdoors
Black bears have a big appetite, an excellent sense of smell, and the ability to remember a food source year after year, which is why preventing conflicts with bears is necessary. You can help your community reduce bear conflicts by following these simple steps:...
Mar 3, 2021 | Outdoors
By Bill Cook There are many good reasons to plant trees and none of them have to do with saving the planet or generating fresh oxygen. These are urban myths. Take oxygen for an example. I’ve visited hundreds of elementary school classrooms and, quite curiously,...
Feb 24, 2021 | Outdoors
By Michael Hindy From the unique ice formations on our Great Lakes, to the countless miles of cross country and snowmobile trails, the Upper Peninsula holds an outstanding natural beauty for all to enjoy. Did you know that while you’re enjoying the beauty of our Upper...
Feb 5, 2021 | Outdoors
Two days twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan’s premier outdoor activities, Michigan Fishing, for FREE! The 2021 Free Fishing Weekend dates for winter: February 13 & 14 and summer: June 12 & 13. All fishing license fees will be...
Jan 29, 2021 | Outdoors
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for the Wolf Management Advisory Council, an advisory body that is being re-established in light of federal delisting (which went into effect Jan. 4) of gray wolves as a threatened or...
Jan 18, 2021 | Outdoors
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is soliciting applications for open volunteer positions on both the Eastern and Western Upper Peninsula Citizens’ Advisory Councils. The councils are designed to advise the DNR on regional programs and policies, identify...
