The rose family is globally huge. About fourteen Michigan trees fall into this family, along with many shrubs and herbs. Although, the roses are a minor component of the forest landscape. And, yes, they all have conspicuous blooms and similar fruits, but not as showy as our familiar garden ...
The 2026 bear and elk hunting license application period is open through June 1. Apply online or at any license retailer. Aren’t planning to hunt this year? Increase your odds for next year and purchase your elk chance or bear preference point instead! Take a few moments to watch videos ...
“Silently, the morning mist is lying on the water, captive moonlight waiting for the dawn,” – John Denver Slowly. So slowly, I walk toward the edge of the quiet pond. I don’t want to disturb anything about this scene. It is magical in its intrinsic beauty and simplicity. I fear I may ...
The Michigan DNR released a statewide fishing report on Wednesday, which included reports for local areas in the UP. The section on UP fishing included theinformation featured below. Little Bay de Noc This past week, anglers reported excellent smallmouth bass fishing despite windy conditions. ...
During National Police Week, May 11-17, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) joins communities across the United States to honor and remember those law enforcement officers who were killed or died as a result of incidents that occurred during the line of duty. “These officers ...
A flare up of a disease that’s especially lethal to wolf pups took a toll on Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park wolf numbers in 2025, reducing biologists’ counts to a level last seen when wolves were still reestablishing following the species’ historic 1995-96 reintroduction. “It ...