wildlife-conservation Archives - Michigan Wildlife Council

Posted on January 2, 2024January 2, 2024 by Developer Gud Marketing

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 […]

Posted on December 20, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Hare today, hare tomorrow

Climate change has not been kind to Michigan’s snowshoe hare. Every year, the coats of these small mammals change with the seasons – snow-white in winter, reddish-brown in summer – […]

Posted on November 20, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Michiganders thankful for turkey’s restoration

For many people in Southeast Michigan, turkeys evoke thoughts of Thanksgiving dinner, time spent with family, watching parades and football. For others throughout the region and state, the birds represent […]

Posted on November 15, 2017August 8, 2022 by Developer Gud Marketing

Preserving Michigan’s Waterways

Live in the D – WDIV Wednesday, November 15, 2017 Even though the weather is turning colder, you should still consider traveling outdoors with your family - maybe even trying […]

Posted on November 14, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Conserving wildlife at Allegan State Game Area

Where in the Wild? – FOX17 Tuesday, November 14, 2017 The Allegan State Game Area has benefited from numerous habitat restoration projects, many of them thanks to Pheasants Forever. For […]

Posted on November 14, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Hunting contributes year-round benefits to wildlife

Nov. 15 – a day many consider a holiday. Even those who don’t personally observe the opening day of deer season can have something to be thankful for. Not only […]

Posted on November 8, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Regenerating forests for healthy wildlife habitats

“The Grouse Machine” serves “The King” – and in the process, various habitants of Michigan’s forests benefit. The machine is a Caterpillar skid steer with a forestry-mulching head that the […]

Posted on October 30, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Volunteers make a lasting impact on Michigan wildlife

Mark VanBogelen does what he can for Mother Nature … and what he can do is cook. “We’d been out all morning with the Michigan United Conservation Clubs cutting down […]

Posted on October 26, 2017November 5, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Preparing for winter

This content was originally published by ClickonDetroit's Live in the D. Click here to view the story. Live in the D – WDIV Wednesday, October 25, 2017 As the weather […]

Posted on October 18, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Diverse group has common cause: restoring pheasants in Michigan

Merlin acts like a puppy again. Nose to the ground, the 10-year-old chocolate Lab bounds across the grassy field hot on the scent. Approaching a thicket, he flushes a ring-necked […]

Posted on August 7, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Peregrine falcons back from brink of extinction

Peregrine falcons in Michigan are making a big comeback. Thanks to decades of careful wildlife management – including installing man-made nesting boxes atop skyscrapers in Detroit, Grand Rapids and other […]

Posted on August 7, 2017May 17, 2019 by Developer Gud Marketing

Muskies make a comeback in Michigan

The Exchange – WZZM13 Monday, August 7, 2017 A lot of hard work takes place every day to ensure that our wildlife and natural resources can be enjoyed for years […]