Michigan House Bill SB 52, recently signed into law, brings a significant development for hunters, sportsmen, and outdoorsmen across the state. The bill primarily focuses on decriminalizing the failure to report deer harvest, an issue that has generated considerable attention and discussion within the hunting community.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has proposed adding 12 new species to the state’s list of nuisance animals, which currently includes 47 species. These animals can cause damage to property, agriculture, or natural resources, and their removal is often necessary to mitigate the negative effects.
The Biden administration’s recent actions on hunting and wildlife management have raised concerns among hunters and conservationists alike. Many argue that these actions represent an attack on hunting and could have negative economic consequences for rural communities. Hunting is a vital part of conservation efforts and provides critical support for rural economies, and it is essential that we find a balanced approach that protects both wildlife and the interests of local communities.
According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, roughly 7000 deer hunters voluntarily reported their harvest in 2021. This represents a decline in harvest reporting as less hunters have responded…
The Michigan Department of Natural Sources has confirmed that three red fox kits have tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). These are the first documented cases of HPAI…
From MUCC … https://mucc.org/mucc-selected-to-represent-conservationists-on-new-wolf-council/ The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) named members to the newest iteration of the Michigan Wolf Management Advisory Council Thursday. Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC)…
An agreement announced today between Illinois and the federal government marks significant progress in Michigan’s effort to keep invasive Asian carp from overtaking our Great Lakes. The preconstruction engineering and…
Michigan pheasant hunters 18 and older will now need a $25 stamp to pursue pheasants on public land in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Introduced by Rep. Gary Howell (R-North Branch), HB 4313 came…
Congress passed a bipartisan bill late Monday night that would authorize the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA) and the Brandon Road Lock and Dam project. The WRDA authorization…