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Wildlife Commissioner admonishes Ted Nugent over DNR comments

Wildlife Commissioner admonishes Ted Nugent over DNR comments

Weeks after the Michigan-native musician unleashed a tirade on the DNR, calling its officers "jack-booted thugs," a commissioner admonished Ted Nugent for his comments.

July 10, 2025 2:12pm EDT
Lake whitefish numbers continue perilous decline as NRC set to discuss problem

Lake whitefish numbers continue perilous decline as NRC set to discuss problem

One of the state's most iconic fish are struggling with several environmental stressors. Regulators will take up the issue on Thursday.

July 9, 2025 1:23pm EDT
Michigan pet-friendly cabins: Take your dog camping at these state parks

Michigan pet-friendly cabins: Take your dog camping at these state parks

Michigan state parks have a number of cabins that are dog-friendly.

July 7, 2025 12:51pm EDT
4th of July fire risk: Parts of Michigan have very high danger of fire this week

4th of July fire risk: Parts of Michigan have very high danger of fire this week

With 4th of July approaching, the risk of wildfires from activities to celebrate the holiday, like bonfires and fireworks, is elevated around much of Michigan.

July 2, 2025 12:49pm EDT
Free firearm safety coming to Michigan state parks with mobile BB gun ranges

Free firearm safety coming to Michigan state parks with mobile BB gun ranges

The Michigan DNR is bringing a mobile BB gun range to state parks this summer as part of a free firearm safety education program.

July 2, 2025 12:05pm EDT
Popular Oakland County beach, others under contamination advisories as 4th of July approaches

Popular Oakland County beach, others under contamination advisories as 4th of July approaches

Three Metro Detroit beaches, including a popular spot to swim in Oakland County, have elevated bacteria levels as 4th of July approaches.

July 1, 2025 1:20pm EDT
Boat sober: Oakland County focuses patrols on lakes for 4th of July

Boat sober: Oakland County focuses patrols on lakes for 4th of July

More Oakland County Sheriff's Office marine team members will be on the water this 4th of July weekend, looking for intoxicated boaters.

July 1, 2025 7:03am EDT
4th of July safety: Tips for avoiding ticks while you spend time outside

4th of July safety: Tips for avoiding ticks while you spend time outside

Ticks can spread diseases such as Lyme disease. Preventing tick bites is the best way to protect yourself and your animals.

June 30, 2025 2:00pm EDT
Species of tick never seen in Michigan discovered at state park -- What to know

Species of tick never seen in Michigan discovered at state park -- What to know

The Asian longhorned tick (ALHT) was detected during routine tick surveillance at Grand Mere State Park in Berrien County, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced.

June 16, 2025 9:23am EDT
Has Michigan's deer hunter problem bottomed out?

Has Michigan's deer hunter problem bottomed out?

New data from the DNR reveals Michigan may have finally bucked a trend that has persisted for decades.

June 12, 2025 2:23pm EDT
National Guard members work to improve Michigan state parks as part of training

National Guard members work to improve Michigan state parks as part of training

Michigan Army National Guard members are currently spending time working to improve the state's outdoor recreation spaces while also getting some training.

June 3, 2025 11:16am EDT
Visit Michigan state parks, fish, and ride ORVs for free this weekend

Visit Michigan state parks, fish, and ride ORVs for free this weekend

Both Michigan residents and visitors can fish, ride off-road vehicles without an ORV license or trail permit, and visit state parks without a recreation passport this weekend.

June 3, 2025 10:10am EDT
Great Lakes safe fish guidelines: How much fish you can safely eat per month

Great Lakes safe fish guidelines: How much fish you can safely eat per month

Michigan has some of the best fishing in the world. But toxic 'forever chemicals' like PFAS makes eating them less safe. Here are the guidelines for fish caught in each Great Lake.

June 2, 2025 4:45pm EDT
Pet-friendly Michigan state park beaches: Where to take your dog swimming this summer

Pet-friendly Michigan state park beaches: Where to take your dog swimming this summer

A number of Michigan state park and recreation area beaches allow pets to swim. See the list here.

June 2, 2025 1:02pm EDT
Tick safety: How to protect yourself and your pets as tick-borne diseases spike in Michigan

Tick safety: How to protect yourself and your pets as tick-borne diseases spike in Michigan

Tick-borne diseases, including Lyme, are on the rise in Michigan. Experts urge taking steps to prevent tick bites in the first place.

May 27, 2025 9:58am EDT
Michigan expands bow hunting for antlerless deer in the Upper Peninsula

Michigan expands bow hunting for antlerless deer in the Upper Peninsula

The policy change comes amid unprecedented challenges managing Michigan's deer populations.

May 12, 2025 11:35am EDT
Morel mushroom hunting: Where to find them in Michigan

Morel mushroom hunting: Where to find them in Michigan

Morel Month has officially arrived in Michigan, and that means that if you haven't already begun foraging, it's time to start.

May 7, 2025 9:15am EDT
Mackinac Island expected to be ready for season after ice storm damage

Mackinac Island expected to be ready for season after ice storm damage

Despite a large ice storm that caused damage to northern Michigan, Mackinac Island is slated to fully open for the season next month.

April 14, 2025 2:00pm EDT
Most Michigan state park campgrounds expected to open on time after ice storm

Most Michigan state park campgrounds expected to open on time after ice storm

After a massive ice storm caused damage across a large part of northern Michigan last month, most state park campgrounds that were damaged are on pace to open on time, the DNR said.

April 11, 2025 1:06pm EDT
Michigan bug outlook: What to expect as spring arrives in Metro Detroit

Michigan bug outlook: What to expect as spring arrives in Metro Detroit

The cold weather is breaking, and that means bugs are becoming active again. Here's what to expect this spring in Metro Detroit:

April 10, 2025 1:44pm EDT
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