There’s gold in ‘dem ‘dar hills!

By Sandy Edie Scouts from across the U.P. and as far south as Detroit gathered at Camp Hiawatha outside of Munising on January 28 to participate in Scouting’s 75th Anniversary of the Klondike. Each team of Scouts built a sled to bring to the competition and were given...

Fish stocking season creates more angling opportunities

Anglers will soon benefit from the 624,205 fish, which collectively weighed 7.8 tons, that were stocked by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources at 85 locations across the state. “It was another outstanding fall fish stocking season that will provide enhanced...

Did you know lakes and streams change with the seasons?

By Jacob Hartman Watersheds Technician, CLMCD When the snow starts to fall and ice begins to cover our lakes and streams, it seems that aquatic life ceases to exist. However, any fisherman knows that fish are definitely still active under the ice and aquatic insects...

Youth in the Outdoors update

Kadie Burton, 8, loves everything outside that has to do with water! From camping, kayaking, swimming, fishing, climbing waterfalls, or hiking to find the perfect view. Her mother says that’s why the Upper Peninsula is the perfect place for her! There’s still time for...

What happens to your woods when you’re gone?

By Bill Cook MSU Extension Forester and Biologist – retired Considering heirship can be difficult for some, as it involves recognizing our inevitable mortality. However, mapping out the future will not only help ensure the legacy of your hard work, but can also...

Taking care of Michigan’s natural, cultural resources

Want to help us protect and promote Michigan’s natural and cultural resources? Here are a few ways you can get involved with the DNR in December. Winter bird counts You can contribute to science while you’re birding! Winter bird counts help scientists better...