Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Michigan’s 2025 whitetail season is shaping up: stable deer numbers, winter ice threats, and EHD in 8 counties. Hunters must prep, report, and stay vigilant.

Michigan’s 2025 duck hunt isn’t just about the cold — bird flu is active in wild birds. Hunters, stay safe: don’t touch dead birds, glove up, keep dogs away, and wash your gear.

PFAS contamination spotted in northern Michigan deer has sparked fresh do-not-eat warnings. If you hunt near Clark’s Marsh, this could be your final chance to harvest safely.

Deer season is back, and so is the annual debate: hunters vs. DNR. See the 2024 county-by-county harvest totals for Michigan.

Between July 1 and August 31, 2025, Michigan’s DNR wants your wild turkey sightings. If you see hens with chicks—or a flock crossing your yard—complete a quick 7‑question survey to aid in turkey brood monitoring.

After a four‑year DNR undercover bust on alleged feral Russian boars at Ted Nugent’s Sunrize Acres, a judge ruled they’re domestic pigs—not invasive. Nugent was cleared while other farms face DNA testing or removal.

Think Michigan squirrels are all the same? Think again. Our state hosts nine species — tree, flying, ground, and chipmunk types. See how to tell them apart with a complete gallery.

Hungry black bears are emerging across Michigan’s U.P. and northern Lower Peninsula, prompting 100+ DNR complaints already in 2025. Here’s BearWise.org’s guide to keeping your property bear-proof.

A casual bowfishing trip turned legendary when Codie Carlson speared a 64‑lb flathead catfish in Michigan, setting a new state record and dethroning the old 2022 champ.

American White Pelicans—yes, the giant birds—are ditching Florida and nesting in Michigan. They’ve been here 15 years, but we’re finally noticing.