Virus upsets summer plans at Isle Royale
The remote island in Lake Superior said it's delaying the summer opening because of coronavirus restrictions. Camping might become available by late June or July but there will be no ferry service.
Spring flipping and other vegetation tactics for pocket crappies
Where there’s one slab, there’s more, so tune up your skills and work the cover correctly.
No relief for freshwater charters and guides
Freshwater fishing guides and charter captains have been overlooked in COVID-19 relief funding.
Did Aldo Leopold actually build a Leopold bench?
Whether or not he designed his namesake seat, it’s still a fun, simple project to occupy the kids during this era of social distancing.
Michigan man charged with 125 wildlife crimes
Faces charges that include illegally killing 18 wolves over the past 18 months and killing and disposing of three bald eagles.
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That commitment moment from spring gobblers
Let wild turkeys settle into the decoys before taking your shot.
Governor eases restrictions on motorboats
While the restriction on the use of motorboats was being lifted, other restrictions remain in effect, and any outdoor activity permitted under the order, including boating, must be done in a manner consistent with social distancing.
Curing COVID-19 with common sense
Setting road blocks in front of people trying to recreate outdoors does little to stem the tide of COVID-19.
Invasive grass carp found in Lake Huron tributary river
The DNR says it's the first documented capture of a grass carp from the lake that was diploid, or able to produce offspring.
Pattern your turkey gun before it’s too late
Heading afield in coming days and weeks for spring longbeards? First invest some time in understanding where your gobbler loads are going to land.
It’s prime time for quality angling
Even while respecting social distancing, odds are there’s some quality water with good gamefishing opportunities near you right now.
Spring fishing tip: Have some fun catching carp and suckers on a local river or stream
Beat “stay-in-place”-induced cabin fever by targeting rough fish in a hard-running river near you.
Great spring project for kids: The Outdoor News Wood Duck Challenge!
Since 1989, the Wood Duck Challenge has been an Outdoor News institution that encourages youth under the age of 18 to construct and install a wood duck nesting box. For access to complete plans and instructions, check out this video!
Outdoors people are no strangers to social distancing
People who enjoy the outdoors already know the health benefits of being outside.
Spring crappie locations: Understanding three key slab movements
Knowing how crappies move and adjust their habits during ice-out, pre-spawn and spawn will put more fillets in the frying pan.
Climate change is not the only culprit
Loss of wetlands and an increase in asphalt, concrete, homes, factories and other impermeable toppings share part of the blame for record water levels on the Great Lakes.
For the first time, Michigan park mulls cover fee
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore might require an entrance free for visitors of the tourist destination that stretches along Lake Superior's shoreline in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Birding ideas for a pandemic
During this challenging time, find comfort in the great outdoors and enjoy the upcoming peak of the spring migration.
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