DNR seeks public’s help in eagle death investigation

From the Michigan Department of Natural Resources: Michigan Department of Natural Resources officials are hoping someone can shed light on a recent series of deceased eagles in the Upper Peninsula’s Garden Peninsula – a piece of land that extends south from Delta...

48 park rangers graduate from Michigan DNR Academy

Following nine weeks of rigorous training, 48 park rangers graduated April 3 from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ newly formatted Ranger Academy at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center in Roscommon. The 2026 ranger graduation marks a significant...

Michigan considers ‘one-buck’ hunting rule

By Laura Herberg Bridge Michigan Hunters are divided over a proposed “one buck rule” that some hope would help balance the buck-to-doe ratio, curb overpopulation in the Lower Peninsula and make deer hunting better for future generations by leaving more prize bucks on...

Michigan DNR explains winterkill and dead fish sightings

After a winter with variable temperatures and lots of snow, you may see dead fish or other aquatic animals in Michigan lakes and streams as water warms up and ice and snow cover melt. The Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone that, while such sights can be...