Michigan bear populations climbing fast in lower peninsula, more gradually in UP
Bear numbers have spiked in the lower peninsula over the past 10 years, the DNR found.
Michigan DNR hiring temporary wildlife workers for spring
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is hiring for temporary spring wildlife positions, including wildlife assistants and wildlife state workers.
DNR launches Deer Management Initiative to boost harvest and hunter numbers
From disease and land use issues to falling hunter numbers, Michigan is up against a series of challenges it's never faced.
Target shooting near Port Huron banned due to homes and trees being riddled with bullets
Most of the DNR's signs telling shooters where to fire have been damaged or stolen. They included a warning that failing to follow the rules would result in targeted shooting being prohibited.
Wild cougar in Michigan's U.P. caught on trail camera hunting deer, dragging carcass away
Riveting trail camera footage filmed the moment a cougar caught a deer. The same trail camera then filmed the cougar walking away from the scene, dragging the deer in its mouth.
Michigan to offer track chairs at 25 state parks after hitting fundraising goal
Some 15 state parks already offer track chairs for those who use a wheelchair to explore beaches, trails, and even rivers. Thanks to the DNR hitting its fundraising goal, that number is expected to grow.
Falling hunter numbers in Michigan among several challenges managing deer
In the early 2000s, Michigan had over 800,000 deer hunters. Twenty years later, that figure has almost been cut in half.
State charges suspended DNR officer who shot camper at mid-Michigan park
The victim sued after suffering "numerous and permanent serious injuries", including a loss of a kidney, when he was shot by the off-duty DNR officer.
Michigamme Highlands conservation project gets $1 million in grant funding
The Michigamme Highlands is part of a massive conservation project in the Upper Peninsula that would add a significant portion of protected land to the state.
Fate of historic Belle Isle Boathouse to be decided in early 2024
The public is also asked to give input on the project, which currently has two proposals: a $43 million preservation of the historic property, or demolition.
Drugs, rifles seized from Michigan hunters on opening day of firearms season
While investigating two men who had cocaine on them, a second vehicle showed up driven by the father of the passenger. He was drunk and carrying a loaded pistol.
Firearm hunting season in Michigan returns this week - here's everything to know
Some major changes are coming this firearm hunting season, including where the DNR is testing for Chronic Wasting Disease and new restrictions on some antlered bucks.
Discover a bear den in Michigan? Here's what the DNR wants you to do
You're wandering in the woods of northern Michigan when you stumble across the entrance to a bear den. What do you do?
Belle Isle Boathouse fate uncertain as officials consider demolishing historic structure
Fixing the boat house would not be cheap, coming in with a $50 million price tag by some estimates.
Michigan DNR asks residents to be on the lookout for an invasive Asian longhorned beetle
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is encouraging residents to spend 10 minutes of their day checking the trees around their homes for the invasive Asian longhorned beetle.
Northern Michigan jack pine the target of budworm caterpillar
The well-known tree is a staple of the Great Lakes region. And if you make any trips up north, you may notice them sagging with reddish brown needles.
Wildfire threat still huge in rain-starved Michigan with 90% of Grayling blaze contained
May was almost unprecedented in its dryness, leading to extreme wildlife threats around the state.
Red pines in northern Michigan trimmed to promote seed growth
Driving along U.S. 2 will yield a strange sight: giant gaps of cut-down trees with the tops sheared off.
DNR: If you see these two flags, don't go in the water
More than a hundred people drowned last year after entering dangerous waters.
Beavers, weasels, and more animal pests added to DNR's kill list
The Natural Resources Commission approved the order last week, more than doubling the list of approved pests that can be removed without a permit.