Michigan deer hunting numbers trending up in 2025
Almost a week into firearms season, deer hunters and Michiganders have bagged over 180,000 does and bucks.
New Oakland County Park coming along Clinton River
Oakland County Parks plans to create a new county park linking Rochester and Rochester Hills along the Clinton River. Clinton River Oaks Park will cover 235 acres along 2.5 miles of shoreline.
Michigan hunting fee hike: Senate approves increase to cost of license
If signed into law, the hunting and fishing license increase would mean tens of millions of dollars in additional state revenue.
Most Michigan roadside parks close for the season soon
Most Michigan roadside parks are closing for the winter soon.
Michigan hunting suffering from severe drought conditions impacting state
Michigan's worst drought in a decade is starting to impact more than water levels and the state's trees. According to the Department of Natural Resources, hunting conditions are now suffering due to the drop in rainfall.
More Great Lakes spearfishing? Michigan anglers push for better opportunities
Those that spearfish in Michigan can only do so in limited parts of the Great Lakes and can only harvest three game fish. A looming decision in October could greatly expand opportunities.
More hunting on Beaver Island? Michigan wants 20 more days of harvesting antlerless deer
Twenty additional hunting days on the Lake Michigan island would greatly expand the amount of time someone can harvest deer on the island.
Do not eat fish from these Michigan lakes
A Do Not Eat Advisory has been issued for several Michigan lakes due to elevated levels of PFOS in fish.
Belle Isle's new bike path completes one end 2,000-mile Iron Belle Trail
The longest state-designated trail in the U.S. just got a little longer with the completion of another stretch of the Iron Belle Trail.
Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
Ride ORVs in Michigan this weekend without a license or permit
Free off-road vehicle weekend in Michigan is approaching.
AuSable River Canoe Marathon: Watch the finish line of the grueling 120-mile race
The first finishers of the 2024 AuSable River Canoe Marathon will cross the finish line around 11:30 Sunday morning, after 14 straight hours of paddling down the mid-Michigan river.
Capitol Park in downtown Detroit opens with new renovations while honoring history
The site of the state's first capitol building, first high school, and one of the last stops along the Underground Railroad is now home to a refurbished park in Detroit.
Washtenaw County's Independence Lake Beach closed for swimming due to high bacteria levels
Independence Lake Beach in Whitmore Lake is closed for swimming Thursday after high levels of E. coli were detected during routine water testing.
AuSable River Canoe Marathon: Stream the grueling race from Grayling to Oscoda
This Saturday, 116 teams will sprint through Grayling for the Au Sable River Canoe Marathon and you can stream the 120-mile race from start to finish.
Michigan DNR land auctions: Why the state sells off properties
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is currently auctioning off land, including an island and other properties around the state.
Wildlife Commissioner admonishes Ted Nugent over DNR comments
Weeks after the Michigan-native musician unleashed a tirade on the DNR, calling its officers "jack-booted thugs," a commissioner admonished Ted Nugent for his comments.
Lake whitefish numbers continue perilous decline as NRC set to discuss problem
One of the state's most iconic fish are struggling with several environmental stressors. Regulators will take up the issue on Thursday.
Michigan pet-friendly cabins: Take your dog camping at these state parks
Michigan state parks have a number of cabins that are dog-friendly.
4th of July fire risk: Parts of Michigan have very high danger of fire this week
With 4th of July approaching, the risk of wildfires from activities to celebrate the holiday, like bonfires and fireworks, is elevated around much of Michigan.