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.
Glenlore Trails in Commerce Township vandalized
A trail network in Oakland County is asking for help finding the individuals behind vandalism that took place over the weekend.
A trail network in Oakland County is asking for help finding the individuals behind vandalism that took place over the weekend.
Bill raising Michigan hunting and fishing licenses prices clears committee
In addition to raising the costs of licenses, the legislation also lowers the age requirement for acquiring a fishing license to 16 years old, as well as lower the senior discount from 60% to 25%.
In addition to raising the costs of licenses, the legislation also lowers the age requirement for acquiring a fishing license to 16 years old, as well as lower the senior discount from 60% to 25%.
Michigan hunting and fishing would cost more under new proposal
Michigan Democrats also proposed altering the recreational passport by automatically opting in residents registering their vehicles. The proposals come amid funding needs for maintaining the state's parks and game populations.
Michigan Democrats also proposed altering the recreational passport by automatically opting in residents registering their vehicles. The proposals come amid funding needs for maintaining the state's parks and game populations.
Michigan deer hunting: What to know as firearm season begins
Firearm deer hunting season gets underway this week around Michigan. Here's what to know if you plan to hunt between Nov. 15 and 30:
Firearm deer hunting season gets underway this week around Michigan. Here's what to know if you plan to hunt between Nov. 15 and 30:
Huron-Clinton Metroparks free for everyone Monday in celebration of Veterans Day
All Huron-Clinton Metroparks will be free to everyone on Monday in celebration of Veterans Day.
All Huron-Clinton Metroparks will be free to everyone on Monday in celebration of Veterans Day.
Mackinac Island named one of the best places to visit this fall
Planning a trip to experience the splendor of fall? Consider Mackinac Island, one of the best places to visit this autumn, according to USA Today.
Planning a trip to experience the splendor of fall? Consider Mackinac Island, one of the best places to visit this autumn, according to USA Today.
Cider mill Guide: Where to get fresh cider and donuts in Southeast Michigan
Looking for a place to enjoy cider and donuts? Find sweet treats and fall fun at these Southeast Michigan cider mills:
Looking for a place to enjoy cider and donuts? Find sweet treats and fall fun at these Southeast Michigan cider mills:
Nature, mindfulness & more: Upcoming metropark hikes include fun and education
The metropark hikes offer fun and education for both kids and adults.
The metropark hikes offer fun and education for both kids and adults.