Free firearm safety coming to Michigan state parks with mobile BB gun ranges
The Michigan DNR is bringing a mobile BB gun range to state parks this summer as part of a free firearm safety education program.
Popular Oakland County beach, others under contamination advisories as 4th of July approaches
Three Metro Detroit beaches, including a popular spot to swim in Oakland County, have elevated bacteria levels as 4th of July approaches.
Boat sober: Oakland County focuses patrols on lakes for 4th of July
More Oakland County Sheriff's Office marine team members will be on the water this 4th of July weekend, looking for intoxicated boaters.
4th of July safety: Tips for avoiding ticks while you spend time outside
Ticks can spread diseases such as Lyme disease. Preventing tick bites is the best way to protect yourself and your animals.
Species of tick never seen in Michigan discovered at state park -- What to know
The Asian longhorned tick (ALHT) was detected during routine tick surveillance at Grand Mere State Park in Berrien County, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced.
Has Michigan's deer hunter problem bottomed out?
New data from the DNR reveals Michigan may have finally bucked a trend that has persisted for decades.
National Guard members work to improve Michigan state parks as part of training
Michigan Army National Guard members are currently spending time working to improve the state's outdoor recreation spaces while also getting some training.
Visit Michigan state parks, fish, and ride ORVs for free this weekend
Both Michigan residents and visitors can fish, ride off-road vehicles without an ORV license or trail permit, and visit state parks without a recreation passport this weekend.
Great Lakes safe fish guidelines: How much fish you can safely eat per month
Michigan has some of the best fishing in the world. But toxic 'forever chemicals' like PFAS makes eating them less safe. Here are the guidelines for fish caught in each Great Lake.
Pet-friendly Michigan state park beaches: Where to take your dog swimming this summer
A number of Michigan state park and recreation area beaches allow pets to swim. See the list here.
Tick safety: How to protect yourself and your pets as tick-borne diseases spike in Michigan
Tick-borne diseases, including Lyme, are on the rise in Michigan. Experts urge taking steps to prevent tick bites in the first place.
Michigan expands bow hunting for antlerless deer in the Upper Peninsula
The policy change comes amid unprecedented challenges managing Michigan's deer populations.
Morel mushroom hunting: Where to find them in Michigan
Morel Month has officially arrived in Michigan, and that means that if you haven't already begun foraging, it's time to start.
Mackinac Island expected to be ready for season after ice storm damage
Despite a large ice storm that caused damage to northern Michigan, Mackinac Island is slated to fully open for the season next month.
Most Michigan state park campgrounds expected to open on time after ice storm
After a massive ice storm caused damage across a large part of northern Michigan last month, most state park campgrounds that were damaged are on pace to open on time, the DNR said.
Michigan bug outlook: What to expect as spring arrives in Metro Detroit
The cold weather is breaking, and that means bugs are becoming active again. Here's what to expect this spring in Metro Detroit:
Southfield's Catalpa Oaks park closing soon for upgrades
Catalpa Oaks, a county park in Southfield, is closing soon for renovations that are expected to last into next spring.
Oakland County dog dock closes permanently due to E. coli
The Orion Oaks Dog Park dog dock is permanently closed due to E. coli.
Michigan DNR to gas Canada geese at problematic sites
For now — the dead geese will just be taken to a landfill. The DNR is working to implement a program to process the meat safely.
Lake sturgeon are being accidentally caught in Michigan, leading to DNR reminder about protected species
Anyone that accidentally catches the protected species should release them immediately, the DNR says.