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The DNR has opposed lifting a ban on deer baiting int he Lower Peninsula over worries about the spread of chronic wasting disease. But pro-baiting lawmakers think they have a new bargaining chip: The DNR needs money.
Back-and-forth federal hiring policies from the Trump administration have left a number of uncertainties about whether national parks will be adequately staffed for the busy summer season.
Ever dreamed of flying a seaplane to Isle Royale or bunking in a lighthouse? These reader-recommended summer picks offer unforgettable Michigan adventures.
Hunters across the UP will be able to shoot antlerless deer with bows this season under rules approved by the Michigan Natural Resources Commission, which again delayed a potential vote on year-round coyote hunting.
Heading to a state park soon? Some Michigan parks are still closed for ice storm repairs or renovations, while others are back open with new features. Here’s what you need to know.
A historic ice storm in late March downed millions of trees across Northern Michigan, obliterating untold sums of lumber. Forest owners wonder what to do now.
Michigan has made it easier to kill geese. Some residents spoke out against the new plan at a Michigan Natural Resources Committee meeting on Thursday.
In metro Detroit and west Michigan, some communities are looking into sharpshooters to trim herds. Deer are blamed for crashes and ravaging gardens, but lethal methods are often controversial.
While the John Ball Zoo gets illuminated with lanterns shaped like plants and animals, Pinconning, East Lansing and Kalamazoo offer opportunities to observe real-life birds and plants.