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Outdoors

Spring into summer

“I want to fly like an eagle to the sea, fly like an eagle, let my spirit carry me,” – Steve Miller My roughouts hit the dirt and I started to walk. Almost immediately, I could sense that the rhythm of everything around me had changed, shifted. From the urgency and immediacy of early ...

EGLE opens public comment period for Line 5 draft NPDES permit

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) announced today that it has opened public comment for Enbridge Energy’s draft National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit seeking authorization to discharge treated wastewater associated with the construction ...

Roses by other names

The rose family is globally huge. About fourteen Michigan trees fall into this family, along with many shrubs and herbs. Although, the roses are a minor component of the forest landscape. And, yes, they all have conspicuous blooms and similar fruits, but not as showy as our familiar garden ...

Only two weeks left to get your elk and bear applications

The 2026 bear and elk hunting license application period is open through June 1. Apply online or at any license retailer. Aren’t planning to hunt this year? Increase your odds for next year and purchase your elk chance or bear preference point instead! Take a few moments to watch videos ...

DNR fishing report May 13

The Michigan DNR released a statewide fishing report on Wednesday, which included reports for local areas in the UP. The section on UP fishing included theinformation featured below. Little Bay de Noc This past week, anglers reported excellent smallmouth bass fishing despite windy conditions. ...