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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
Anyone that accidentally catches the protected species should release them immediately, the DNR says.
Learn how maple syrup is made at Maybury Farm
Maple syrup season is approaching in Michigan, and you can go behind the scenes and see how it's done at Maybury Farm in Northville.
Maple syrup season is approaching in Michigan, and you can go behind the scenes and see how it's done at Maybury Farm in Northville.
Michigan Free Fishing Weekend: No fishing license required this Saturday or Sunday
Fish in Michigan this weekend without a fishing license.
Fish in Michigan this weekend without a fishing license.
Michigan Arctic grayling's reintroduction effort nearing major milestone in 2025
They disappeared over a hundred years ago. Now, Michigan is closer than its ever been to Arctic grayling returning to its rivers.
They disappeared over a hundred years ago. Now, Michigan is closer than its ever been to Arctic grayling returning to its rivers.
Michigan's sturgeon season ends in just 17 minutes, setting new record
The 2025 Black Lake sturgeon season ended after just a few minutes, setting a record for the fast sturgeon season ever.
The 2025 Black Lake sturgeon season ended after just a few minutes, setting a record for the fast sturgeon season ever.
Tawas Point Lighthouse keepers needed - How to spend 2 weeks living along Lake Huron
Lighthouse keepers are needed at the Tawas Point Light. Keepers will spend two weeks leading tours, interacting with visitors, and more.
Lighthouse keepers are needed at the Tawas Point Light. Keepers will spend two weeks leading tours, interacting with visitors, and more.
Michigan state park campground rates increasing this summer
Your camping trip could cost a bit more after a rate increase for Michigan state park campgrounds goes into effect later this year.
Your camping trip could cost a bit more after a rate increase for Michigan state park campgrounds goes into effect later this year.
Getting around Belle Isle: State recommends improvements to mobility on Detroit island
The results of a 2 1/2 study of mobility on Belle Isle include recommendations for improving how people get around the Detroit island.
The results of a 2 1/2 study of mobility on Belle Isle include recommendations for improving how people get around the Detroit island.