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Outdoors

DNR launches 2025 wild turkey brood survey

Michigan residents, are you ready to talk (or spot) turkey? The Michigan Department of Natural Resources needs your help to tally wild turkeys this summer. From July 1 through Aug. 31, the DNR will run its annual wild turkey brood survey a community science effort for people statewide to ...

Fishing Report

Little Bay de Noc: Walleye anglers reported some success casting jerk baits, using electronics to position their lures close to target fish. Anglers also caught walleye slow-trolling crawler harnesses near drop-offs. Perch anglers found success near reefs and river mouths, as well as locating ...

Hazards still exist in forest from ice storm

If you’re heading to northern Michigan or planning to spend time in state parks or forests in that area over the Fourth of July weekend, be aware of lingering hazards and damage from the March 28-30 ice storm. All state parks and boating access sites that closed following the storm have ...

From cocoon to comeback: Breeding butterflies for the wild

Though there is something almost magical about crossing paths with a butterfly, most people stop to enjoy the sight without giving the encounter much thought. Unfortunately, the long-term existence of several butterfly species isn’t a given – but the DNR and partners are working to turn the ...

Fishing Report

Little Bay de Noc: Walleye anglers reported some success casting jerk baits, using electronics to position their lures close to target fish. Anglers also caught walleye slow-trolling crawler harnesses near drop-offs. Perch anglers found success near reefs and river mouths, as well as locating ...

North Deadhorse Road in Delta County closed July 1 – Aug. 8

A section of North Deadhorse Road will be closing in northern Delta County beginning Monday, July 1, through Thursday, Aug. 8, to replace two culverts on Deadhorse Creek. The project site is located within the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Escanaba Forest Resources Division ...