Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan’s fastest fishing season opens February 7, and it could be over in minutes if history repeats itself.

January 10–11, Michigan snowmobilers can ride legally without permits on designated trails.

After months of uncertainty, Michigan’s cougar mom and cubs are confirmed alive in the U.P.

Michigan added nearly 9,000 acres to Pigeon River Country State Forest, securing forests, rivers, and elk habitat for public use forever.

Michigan deer hunters are being asked for more than just antlers: the DNR needs deer-head samples to track bovine tuberculosis and protect wildlife, livestock and people.

With 16 million fish eggs collected for stocking — from Chinook and coho to a variety of trout — Michigan is lining up its biggest fishing season yet.

In just 2 weeks after Michigan’s hunting season began, 125,554 deer are down — roughly 79,490 bucks versus 46,064 does. Meanwhile, some counties are emerging as deer-population death zones.

Black bears in Michigan are looking for cozy winter spots — and your unsealed crawlspace might be the top pick. The DNR and BearWise offer smart tips to keep them out.

Michigan’s deer herd faces a sneaky threat: CWD, a fatal brain disease, now confirmed in 16 counties. The DNR isn’t messing around.

In Michigan’s early archery season, hunters bagged 75,239 deer, including 54,407 bucks. The strong showing reflects cool weather, rut activity, and a hungry hunting community.