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Meeting on Proposed Antler Point Restrictions May 17th

Posted on May 11, 2012 by

The Northwest Michigan Chapter of the Quality Deer Management Association, in partnership with Leelanau Whitetails, has proposed new antler point restrictions (APR) for the following 12 counties: Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Lake, Manistee, Missaukee, Mason, Osceola and … Continue reading →

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Quotas for Michigan Elk and Bear Seasons

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

Michigan hunters will have more elk licenses available but fewer bear licenses, as the Natural Resources Commission set regulations for the upcoming seasons at its April 5 meeting in Lansing.  The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will make 200 elk licenses … Continue reading →

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Michigan Marks Conservation Officer’s Death

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is honoring a conservation officer who died in the line of duty over 100 years ago. Today marks the anniversary of the discovery of the body of Deputy Game Warden Frank S. Wilson in a wooded area near Leelanau. … Continue reading →

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Tell Michigan’s DNR What You Think

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

The Department of Natural Resources (Department) is committed to understanding our partners’ impressions of the Department. As we strategically plan for our future and the future of our natural resources, we would like your help. We would like to know … Continue reading →

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DNR Confirms Cougar in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties

Posted on December 1, 2011 by

Nov. 30, 2011 The Department of Natural Resources recently confirmed the presence of a radio-collared cougar just north of the city of Hancock in northern Houghton County. The animal was captured on a trail camera on Nov. 13, walking directly … Continue reading →

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