The DNR will act as first responders for ice fishing emergencies, but it’s important to bring the right gear with you, like ice picks. “If you fall through, you can use these to jab into the ice and ...

Michigan's 2025-26 fishing license is required for individuals 17 and older fishing in public waters. A free fishing weekend, waiving license requirements, will take place June 7-8. The 2025-26 ...

The Department of Natural Resources stocks fish in Michigan waters every year, providing fishing opportunities and helping maintain healthy ecosystems. Where do the fish being stocked come from? It ...

Michigan DNR officials are asking the public to help shape the future of this newly acquired wilderness paradise.

NORTHERN MICHIGAN., (WPBN/WGTU)— Michigan's waterways are teeming with 18.9 million more fish this year, thanks to the efforts of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The department has ...

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said fishing licenses are now available for the 2025 season. According to the DNR, the new fishing license and regulation season starts on Tuesday, April 1 ...

State parks and boating sites will not require recreation passports during Free Fishing Weekend. Michigan's Free ORV Weekend also takes place June 7-8. Grab your fishing rods, sandwiches and, maybe, a ...

The former Black River Ranch features three lakes and 14 miles of rivers and streams, and will now be available for public ...

There are "about 4-5 months of cold winter weather where the lakes freeze over enough to get some quality ice fishing in," ...