Michigan DNR

Another spring bear sighting occurred in a Mount Pleasant neighborhood, prompting wildlife officials to tranquilize the animal and relocate it outside the city limits.

Michigan’s “Three Free” Weekend returns June 13–14, offering free fishing, ORV riding, and state park entry across the state for a limited time of outdoor access.

Black bear sightings across parts of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula have increased this spring. Unfortunately, one of the bears spotted over the weekend was struck and killed by a vehicle.

For 51 years in Michigan, there was a 10-day muzzleloader season existed for whitetail deer. It has since changed significantly, including a new name and updated structure.

Just when you think you’ve got a handle on Michigan’s invasive plants, six more get added to a list that never seems to stop growing.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has approved a one-buck rule set to begin in 2027, but a number of changes will take effect in 2026.

The Detroit-area spring walleye run is considered some of the best fishing in the country, and regulations help manage the heavy angler pressure.

Michigan’s black bear population is growing in the Lower Peninsula, with sightings spreading farther south. The DNR confirmed the furthest southeast bear sighting ever recorded.

Spring walleye fishing on the Detroit River is among the best in the world. Anglers from northern Michigan made the trip and were caught with more than twice the legal daily limit.

Spring flooding on the Grand River made fishing difficult for many local anglers, but one fisherman managed to land a state record catch despite the high water conditions.

For nearly 90-years, one conservation club has done more for hunters and anglers than any other, unfortunately, it has now been forced to close its doors and end its advocacy work.

Learn how monarch butterflies migrate through Michigan and where to spot them while supporting pollinators with simple habitat tips.