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April 18, 2025

Michigan Natural Resources Commission considers deer regulation changes

The Michigan Natural Resources Commission is considering two deer regulation proposals: 1. Removing the antlerless-only mandate from the Liberty and Independence hunts, and 2. allowing archery hunters to take an antlerless deer on a single or combo license anywhere in the UP.
These proposed changes were presented to the NRC earlier this month and are expected to be voted on by the commission at its May 8 meeting.

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Endangered sea turtle populations show signs of recovery in more than half the world, survey finds

Endangered sea turtles show signs of recovery in a majority of places where they’re found worldwide, according to a new global survey released Thursday.
“Many of the turtle populations have come back, though some haven’t,” said Duke ecologist Stuart Pimm, who was not involved with the research. “Overall, the sea turtle story is one of the real conservation success stories.”
The study looked at 48 populations of sea turtles around the world.

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Pennsylvania Game Commission board expands antlerless seasons

The Pennsylvania Game Commission moved to expand deer hunting opportunities to address deer depredation and chronic wasting disease issues.
During the April 12 quarterly meeting, the board granted approval for an extended firearms deer season on all Deer Management Assistance Program properties statewide from Dec. 26-Jan. 24, 2026, with participating hunters needing a valid DMAP permit for the property they’re hunting.

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Attorney in drone case says Pennsylvania Game Commission withheld evidence

The attorney representing a man charged by the Pennsylvania Game Commission for using a drone to recover game is asking the state Legislature to hold a committee hearing, alleging the Pennsylvania Game Commission withheld evidence.
Attorney Michael Siddons, who represented Josh Wingenroth in the case where charges against him were ultimately dismissed, is accusing the Game Commission of intentionally withholding evidence prior to and during the hearing process.

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