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September NRC Preview
A number of fisheries orders dominate the agenda at the September Natural Resources Commission (NRC) meeting. The meeting is scheduled for next Thursday, September 8 at 9 a.m. The meeting will take place at Lansing Community College, located at 5708 Cornerstone Drive. There are three fisheries orders up for action this month. You can learn…
Read MoreAugust 29th Policy Insider
State Issues MUCC has submitted its official public comment on the proposed expansion of Camp Grayling. The DNR has updated the expansion FAQ, and public comment is still open. Members of the public should get their comments submitted by the end of August. MUCC opposes the expansion of Camp Grayling except in a national emergency,…
Read MoreConsumers Energy seeking public comment on dam plans
Consumers Energy is hosting a series of public meetings regarding the 13 dams they operate across Michigan to receive comment regarding the structures’ fates. Residents are encouraged to attend and share input and guide decision making regarding these hydroelectric dams. If you engage in fishing, paddling, boating, or anyone concerned about water quality, then consider…
Read MoreMichigan DNR releases updated Camp Grayling Expansion FAQ
On August 12, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released an updated FAQ page about the proposed Camp Grayling expansion. The original FAQ page left pertinent and substantive questions unanswered and was revised to better speak to the concerns being raised by Michigan residents. In June, the National Guard announced its intention to expand…
Read MoreSportsmen for Youth
MUCC will have a booth at the Sportsmen for Youth event in Muskegon. Have you ever wanted to learn more about outdoor sports? This is the perfect event to do so. Bring your family and enjoy the collective efforts of many sportsmen organizations. The day will comprise of multiple educational booths and activities to promote…
Read MoreMUCC August Policy Insider
MUCC Our traditional email campaigns have proven to be a valuable and effective tool for reaching legislators, but our tracking shows that text messages to our members prove to be an even more effective method of communication. If you click this link, fill out the form with your cell phone number, make sure both boxes…
Read MoreShoot raises $30k for youth conservation, stewardship
About 150 shooters from across the state came together last week to support and embolden the next generation of Michigan’s conservation stewards. Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC) hosted its annual Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Charity Shoot at Multi-Lakes Conservation Club on August 12. Three flights took part in the event, and about $30,000 was raised to…
Read MoreMichigan DNR Announces Public Meeting on State’s Threatened and Endangered Species List
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is holding a public meeting on Tuesday, August 30 regarding proposed changes to the state’s threatened and endangered species list. The meeting will be held at the Michigan Library and Historical Center, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI at 9am. Comments on these proposed rules may be made…
Read MoreAugust NRC Recap
Commissioners heard an ask from Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC) to allow the purchase of a second hunt 234 turkey tag at the August Natural Resources Commission meeting.. Justin Tomei, MUCC policy assistant, asked commissioners to contemplate a second turkey tag for Michigan hunters using the best available science. According to Tomei, allowing hunters to…
Read MoreAugust NRC Preview
Turkey talk and a handful of fisheries orders up for information make up a busy August Natural Resource Commission (NRC) meeting. The meeting is scheduled for next Thursday, August 11th at 9 a.m. The meeting will take place at the Outdoor Adventure Center, located at 1801 Atwater St. in Detroit. There are four fisheries orders…
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