In northern Lower Michigan, another forest tent caterpillar invasion comes to an end
Michigan DNR
June 29, 2017
Widespread outbreaks occur in Michigan every 10 to 15 years.
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Downtown Battle Creek a kayaking destination
Associated Press
June 22, 2017
Kayaking is the latest frontier of the city’s downtown development efforts.
Getting a head start on turkey hunting season
Tom Pink
April 24, 2017
Upper Peninsula hunter gets an early start this year on turkey hunting in Michigan.
Sturgeon Guarding Program is serious stuff in Michigan’s Cheboygan County
Michigan DNR
April 6, 2017
Hundreds of volunteers are needed to stand guard along the Black River during the spawning season, from mid-April through early June, to report any suspicious activity and deter the unlawful take of this iconic fish.
Got an idea for keeping Asian carp out of Great Lakes?
Associated Press
March 6, 2017
Michigan to offer prize in fight against invasive species.
Human cases of tick-borne Lyme disease rise in Michigan
Associated Press
February 27, 2017
There were less than 30 human cases of Lyme disease reported in Michigan in every year between 2000 and 2004, but the number had jumped to 90 reported cases by 2009, and by 2013, it
Native American cultural trail deepens historical perspective on Michigan’s Mackinac Island
Michigan DNR
February 24, 2017
The island is known for its scenic views, historic attractions, fudge and horses, but until recently, many visitors did not know about its connection to Native American history and culture.
A celebration of lake sturgeon on Michigan’s Black Lake
Associated Press
February 23, 2017
Season again comes to a close in a hurry, but the excitement surrounding lake sturgeons runs long and deep here.
After nearly a century, Michigan’s elk herd is flourishing
Staff and News Reports
February 22, 2017
Michigan’s wild elk herd is four hours north of Detroit in Pigeon River Country State Forest near Gaylord. Wildlife experts estimate over 1,000 elk live in and around this state forest.
