By Michigan Wildlife Council Detroit is known for many things. Shaping the modern auto industry. The birth of Motown music. Diehard fans rooting on their Lions, Pistons, Red Wings and […]
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Amateur Fishing Championship event at Lake St. Clair showcases MI conservation efforts
Lake St. Clair has long been known to anglers, conservationists, outdoor enthusiasts and others as the “Heart of the Great Lakes.” Nestled between the St. Clair-Detroit River System in the […]
Fishing is at the center of it all for Detroit Lion All-Pro Frank Ragnow
Detroit Lions All-Pro Frank Ragnow is a man of many passions. Family. Faith. Food. Football. Friends. Also, at the top of his list? Fishing. If you’re not watching Ragnow compete […]
Helping wildlife thrive this spring on Live in the D
WDIV - Live in the D Thursday, March 18, 2021 With the return of warm weather comes more active local wildlife. To hear more about what’s being done to protect […]
How kids can learn about the great outdoors without leaving the house
WDIV - Live in the D Thursday, December 17, 2020 Looking for something to entertain the kids while they are cooped up indoors? There is an innovative program in which […]
Crain’s Detroit: Conservation is a team sport
This content was originally published on Crain's Detroit Business on November 9, 2020. Hunting and fishing contribute $11.2 billion annually to Michigan’s economy. Business, natural resource, government and nonprofit leaders […]
Need a do-over on your 2020 New Year’s resolution? Try forest bathing
New Year’s resolution helps woman discover a whole new side of Michigan’s great outdoors. Anne Brown blazed a trail across Michigan in 2019. Fifty-two of them, to be exact. “My […]
This trailblazer will inspire you to get outdoors
WDIV - "Live in the D" Thursday, January 9, 2020 Going outdoors and getting active can be a fun adventure when you embrace all of the beauty in Michigan’s wildlife. […]
It takes a village: How Michigan conservation groups work together to benefit wildlife
They come from every corner of Michigan to join forces in conserving the state’s great outdoors. In northern Oakland County, they’re focused on the Highland Recreation Area. Up near Gaylord, […]
Michigan’s bald eagle population is rebounding after locals’ teamwork
With their steely predator’s gaze, massive wingspans and brilliant white heads, bald eagles are among the more striking members of the animal kingdom. And Michigan is home to a healthy […]
Michigan has a new invasive species: What can we do about it?
ClickOnDetroit Friday, August 16, 2019 The European Frogbit is an invasive plant species native to Europe, Asia and Africa. It was originally discovered in Michigan in 1996, but it's stayed […]
Be part of one-of-a-kind Photo Mosaic Wall to honor Michigan wildlife
This interview originally aired during FOX17's Morning Mix program. There's a unique opportunity to become part of state history during KidsDay at John Ball Zoo this Thursday, August 1. The […]