Posts Tagged ‘DNR’
On the Ground: Volunteers Plant Trees for Wildlife at the Newberry Forest Management Unit
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, MUCC’s On the Ground program partnered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to host 16 volunteers for a tree-planting event at the Newberry Forest Management Unit in Luce County. This area is home to the Silver Creek Birding Trail, a popular destination for birders. The trail features diverse…
Read MoreJune 2024 NRC Preview
Deer regulations dominate the agenda at the June 13 Natural Resources Commission (NRC) meeting. The meeting will be held at Lansing Community College West Campus, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The Deer Management Initiative’s (DMI) work is complete, and the first batch of regulatory proposals is on the agenda for the meeting. Throughout the DMI process…
Read MoreOn the Ground: Volunteers Improve Elk Habitat at the Atlanta Forest Management Unit
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, MUCC’s On the Ground program joined the Michigan Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in hosting a tree-planting event at the Atlanta Forest Management Unit. This area is actively managed by the DNR through the use of tree plantings, harvesting trees, prescribed burns, and…
Read MoreCast for Conservation with the Midwest Walleye Challenge
Calling all anglers! Support fisheries research, reel in exciting prizes, and explore the beauty of Midwest waters by diving into the Midwest Walleye Challenge! Last week, in a press release, the Michigan DNR highlighted the Midwest Walleye Challenge. The DNR is partnering with Angler’s Atlas to host this walleye fishing challenge. It occurs through June…
Read MoreMUCC Testifies on Bill to Expand Mentored Hunt Program to Include Individuals with Special Needs
Lansing, MI — May 23, 2024 — This morning, Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC), Michigan’s leading conservation organization, testified in committee on priority legislation expanding hunting opportunities for individuals with special needs. House Bill 5737, sponsored by Rep. Aiyash (D-Hamtramck) with bipartisan support expands Michigan’s successful mentored youth hunting program to include children and adults…
Read MoreMay 2024 NRC Recap
Former Commissioner Carol Rose was recognized for her service to the commission at the May Natural Resource Commission (NRC) meeting today. Commissioner Rose served on the commission from 2020-2023, including serving as chair for a portion of her term. Other highlights of the Director’s report featured a presentation from Brian Frawley on the 2023 Deer…
Read MoreMay 2024 NRC Preview
The May Natural Resources Commission (NRC) will receive a preliminary report from the Deer Management Initiative (DMI) at the May 9 meeting. The meeting will be held at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, beginning with coffee with commissioners at 8 a.m. The DMI wrapped up with the conclusion of the UP DMI…
Read MoreOn the Ground: Garlic Mustard Pull at Saugatuck Dunes State Park
On Saturday, April 20, 2024, On the Ground partnered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Parks and Recreation Division to host a garlic mustard removal day at Saugatuck Dunes State Park. Although it was a windy day, 24 volunteers came out to help eradicate this plant and improve habitat for Michigan’s wildlife. Garlic…
Read MoreMichigan House and Senate Appropriation Subcommittees Propose DNR Budget
Budgets for the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) have been proposed by the Michigan House (HB 5512) and Senate (SB 759) Appropriations Subcommittees for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Funding for the Sportsmen Against Hunger (SAH) program is a high priority for Michigan United Conservation Clubs, but was not in the Governor’s proposed budget. This…
Read MoreCamp Grayling Permit Application Awaits Review by Department of Natural Resources
The Michigan Army National Guard has just submitted a land use permit application regarding Camp Grayling military training to the Department of Natural Resources for review. In April of 2023, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) proposed a 20-year lease of over 160,000 acres of state forest land. After multiple community input sessions…
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