Category: Wildlife & Habitats

Michigan wildlife depends on us — so do their homes. Luckily, hunters and anglers help fund the conservation of thousands of miles of freshwater shorelines, millions of acres of forests and a vast and diverse population of wildlife to ensure wildlife populations are healthy and balanced and their habitats are intact.

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Gov. Whitmer Proclaims July as ‘Michigan Wildlife Conservation Month’

LANSING — July is Michigan Wildlife Conservation Month and conservationists across the state have lots to celebrate as a 2023 surge in fishing licenses purchases shows young people buying into the sport hook, line and sinker.   In conjunction with Gov.… Read more “Gov. Whitmer Proclaims July as ‘Michigan Wildlife Conservation Month’”
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Preserving Michigan’s Natural Heritage: The Role of the Michigan Wildlife Council

Michigan, also known as “Great Lakes State,” is home to a rich backdrop of natural wonders, from its pristine forests to its shimmering lakes and abundant wildlife. Preserving this natural heritage is not only a matter of ecological importance but… Read more “Preserving Michigan’s Natural Heritage: The Role of the Michigan Wildlife Council”
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How the ring-necked pheasant turned Detroit from the ‘Motor City’ to ‘Bird City’

Embracing wildlife management and conservation in urban, suburban and rural spaces Detroit has earned many monikers over the years — the Motor City, Motown and the Arsenal of Democracy are among the more well-known — but there’s one that might come… Read more “How the ring-necked pheasant turned Detroit from the ‘Motor City’ to ‘Bird City’”
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Wildlife Art Coming to Dequindre Cut Greenway

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and Michigan Wildlife Council partner with local muralistto showcase 8 species of Michigan-managed wildlife DETROIT — In coming weeks, Detroiters and others traversing the Dequindre Cut Greenway might spot some new wildlife along the way in the… Read more “Wildlife Art Coming to Dequindre Cut Greenway”
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River Re-Born: The Revitalization of Portage Creek at Milham Park

Portage Creek at Milham Park will soon be ready for outdoor fun and trout fishing!  A healthier ecosystem, Increased outdoor recreation opportunities, and better water for Kalamazoo’s trout population. Revenue from hunting and fishing license sales has helped make outdoor recreation… Read more “River Re-Born: The Revitalization of Portage Creek at Milham Park”
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Gov. Whitmer Proclaims July as ‘Michigan Wildlife Conservation Month’

Michigan Wildlife Council marks occasion with traveling exhibit, outdoor photo contest LANSING, Mich. – To celebrate Michigan’s water, woods and wildlife and raise awareness about the important role hunting and fishing play in conservation, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed July… Read more “Gov. Whitmer Proclaims July as ‘Michigan Wildlife Conservation Month’”
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Your hunting and fishing license dollars at work

Sportsmen — not taxpayers — fund wildlife and habitat conservation activities that allow everyone to enjoy Michigan’s outdoors By: Michigan Wildlife Council   If Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Biologist Joe Robison had a nickel for every time someone… Read more “Your hunting and fishing license dollars at work”
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Brothers thankful for the comeback of the wild turkey in Michigan

Dash Pilon, 10, and Preston Pilon, 12, discovered a fun outdoor game this summer – chasing wild turkeys out of the family garden. A flock of approximately 20 wild turkeys first visited the brothers’ East Lansing residence in early August.… Read more “Brothers thankful for the comeback of the wild turkey in Michigan”
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A day where all Michiganders celebrate conservation success

National Hunting and Fishing Day is Sept. 25 By Jeff Poet On Saturday, Sept. 25, our country will celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day. Formalized by Congress in 1971 and signed as an official presidential proclamation in 1972, this annual… Read more “A day where all Michiganders celebrate conservation success”
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Elk, sturgeon and osprey — oh my! How Michigan saved wildlife from extinction

Scientific management keeps wildlife populations balanced, restores threatened species Behind every success is a lot of hard work. For more than a century, Michigan has worked to conserve and protect the state’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Some of the… Read more “Elk, sturgeon and osprey — oh my! How Michigan saved wildlife from extinction”
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Anyone can pitch in to help nurture Michigan’s monarch butterfly population

As monarchs return, Michiganders urged to welcome them with milkweed, nectar flowers Monarch butterflies apparently can make a conservationist out of anyone. “The thing about them is that they’re seen in all settings throughout Michigan — urban, suburban and rural,”… Read more “Anyone can pitch in to help nurture Michigan’s monarch butterfly population”