Give Input On Environmental Assessment For Barry County Shooting Range Development

Public comments will be accepted for a 30-day period, ending Jan. 27.

DNR Reaches Snowmobile Trail-Grooming Agreement For Eastern UP Trails

The affected trails are in Mackinac and Chippewa counties, connecting the communities of St. Ignace, Trout Lake and Epoufette.

Winter Recreation Safety Tips For Outdoor Adventurers

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DNR Hiring For 2022 Conservation Officer Academy

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Gov. Whitmer Releases Michigan's Final Adaptive Management Plan To Improve Lake Erie Water Quality

The following news release was issued earlier today by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Time To Check Trees For Hemlock Woolly Adelgids

Invasive pest already confirmed in five southwest Michigan counties

Michigan DNR: Purple Heart, Lifesaving Awards Presented To Conservation Officers And Courageous Civilians

"The department expresses deep and sincere gratitude to Mr. Miller and Mr. Olds in what could have been a worse situation."

Dickinson County Bridge Project Ceremony Highlights Successful DNR Trail Work Season In Central UP

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Michigan DNR: Popular Berm At Milliken State Park And Harbor Anticipated To Reopen May 2022

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DNR News: Wild Birds, Pruning Oaks, Hiring COs, Community Science & More

Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 12/06/2021 10:51 AM EST

VIDEO: DNR Directors Talk Conservation's Storied Past, Sustainable Future

Those words are from David Hales, Michigan Department of Natural Resources director from May 1988 through May 1991.

Michigan DNR: Whitmer Applauds $7.7 Million In Recommended Funding For Outdoor Recreation

Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 12/08/2021 09:45 AM EST

Michigan DNR: Join Dec. 14 Virtual Public Meeting On Port Austin State Harbor Redevelopment

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Michigan DNR: Bob Ross-Inspired Happy Little (Virtual) 5K Registration Is Open

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DNR Get Involved: Volunteer At State Parks, Check Trees For Invasive Pests DNR Get Involved - December 2021 Help Remove Invasive Plants ...

Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 12/07/2021 08:00 AM EST

Dreaded Didymo - Or 'Rock Snot' - Found In Upper Manistee River

The Manistee River detection suggests didymo's distribution in Michigan waters may be more widespread than previously expected.

DNR News: Wild Birds, Pruning Oaks, Hiring COs, Community Science & More

Follow our COVID-19 response page for updates on access to facilities and programs.

Dreaded Didymo - Or 'Rock Snot' - Found In Upper Manistee River

"Didymo has potential to be a nasty nuisance species in Michigan's cold-water fisheries," said Samuel Day

Natural Resources Trust Fund Board Recommends $45.6 Million To Boost Outdoor Recreation

In a competitive process, all eligible applications were evaluated based on scoring criteria approved by the Trust Fund board.

Michigan DNR: Whitmer Applauds $7.7 Million In Recommended Funding For Outdoor Recreation

Michigan Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 12/08/2021 09:45 AM EST

Michigan DNR: 16 Communities To Share $2 Million In Recreation Passport Grants

Gov. Whitmer announces 16 communities to receive funding to invest in local parks and trails

DNR Conservation Officers Begin Collecting Toys This Week At Stuff A Truck Holiday Events

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Michigan DNR: Friends Of Negwegon State Park Join #GivingTuesday Challenge

To make an online donation, visit CFNEM.org between 12 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30, and select Friends of Negwegon.

Michigan DNR: Registration Open For This Winter's 'Becoming An Outdoors- Woman' Program In The Upper Peninsula

Class information, registration materials and scholarship applications, are available online to print at Michigan.gov/BOW.

Michigan DNR: Help Shape Proud Lake State Recreation Area Planning At Dec. 9 Virtual Meeting

"Public input is a critical part of the planning process," said Debbie Jensen

Michigan DNR: Van Buren County Suspect Charged In Poaching Of Nine Trophy Bucks

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Agencies Working To Resolve Water Issue In Ontonagon County

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Three Conservation Officers Honored At Michigan Natural Resources Commission Meeting

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Today Is Opening Day Of Michigan's Firearm Deer Season

Today is one of the most eagerly anticipated mornings of the entire calendar year – the opening day of the firearm deer hunting season.

Michigan DNR: Kirtland's Warbler Census Shows Once-Endangered Songbird Continues To Thrive

Contact: John Pepin, 906-226-1352 (Michigan Department of Natural Resources) Georgia Parham, 812-593-8501

Michigan DNR: Muskegon State Park's Scenic Drive To Close Nov. 1 Through April 1

The roadway will be closed for crews to safely assemble the water main prior to installation under the Muskegon Channel and state park.

DNR's Western UP Citizens' Advisory Council To Meet In Marquette County

The meeting will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. EDT Wednesday, Nov. 3 at the Marquette Township Community Center, 1000 Commerce Drive.

DNR Confirms Recent Cougar Photo From Dickinson County

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Michigan DNR: Public Input Sought On Draft Environmental Assessment For DNR Shooting Range In Marquette County

The draft environmental assessment evaluates the variety of options considered and impacts to natural resources.

Michigan DNR: Remove Bird Feeders While Black Bears Prepare For Hibernation

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Michigan DNR: NotMISpecies Webinar Series Begins Second Year With Balsam Woolly Adelgid, EDNA And Park Stewardship

"Recorded versions of all previous NotMISpecies webinars are available at Michigan.gov/EGLEEvents under "Featured Webinar Series."

DNR News: Safe Birding Tips, Leaf Litter Options, Dam Improvements & More News Digest - Week Of Oct. 11, 2021 Photo Ambassador Snapshot: ...

We'll continue to share news and information about the best ways to discover and enjoy Michigan's natural and heritage resources!

Michigan DNR: Special Fishing Regulations For Warmwater Species On Select Waters, Effective Friday

The change in 2016 was in response to anglers' desire to take advantage of an abundance of walleye smaller than 15 inches.

Michigan DNR: Special Fishing Regulations For Warmwater Species On Select Waters, Effective Friday

The change in 2016 was in response to anglers' desire to take advantage of an abundance of walleye smaller than 15 inches.

MDARD Proposes Exterior Firewood Quarantine To Protect Michigan Trees And Forests From Invasive Species

Public comment on the proposal due by November 19, 2021