Michigan DNR introduces new fishing regulations for 2026 season

Michigan DNR introduces new fishing regulations for 2026 season
Great Lakes Commission
For the start of the 2026 fishing season, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources updated possession limits, size requirements and gear definitions for various species to manage state fisheries. The […]
For the start of the 2026 fishing season, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources updated possession limits, size requirements and gear definitions for various species to manage state fisheries. The […]
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Michigan DNR introduces new fishing regulations for 2026 season

Why there are dead, fuzzy fish everywhere on Michigan’s shores

Why there are dead, fuzzy fish everywhere on Michigan’s shores
Great Lakes Commission
According to a Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) newsletter, “winterkill,” or the process by which fish suffocate under sealed ice and float up during spring thaw, is normal and […]
According to a Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) newsletter, “winterkill,” or the process by which fish suffocate under sealed ice and float up during spring thaw, is normal and […]
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Why there are dead, fuzzy fish everywhere on Michigan’s shores

Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection

Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection
Great Lakes Echo
By Riley Wilson Climate change, invasive species and other human-driven pressures are among the leading causes of declining freshwater health in the Great Lakes, the National Wildlife Federation reports. There's a growing need for community engagement to protect the lakes, one study finds.
By Riley Wilson Climate change, invasive species and other human-driven pressures are among the leading causes of declining freshwater health in the Great Lakes, the National Wildlife Federation reports. There's a growing need for community engagement to protect the lakes, one study finds.
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Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection

One in critical condition after being set on fire at Wingham high school

One in critical condition after being set on fire at Wingham high school
The Lucknow Sentinel
Avon Maitland District School Board says a student and staff member sustained injuries following an incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School that left one person fighting for their life after reportedly being set on fire. “An incident involving a fire occurred yesterday morning at FE Madill SS. Students were safely relocated to Maitland River ES. […]
Avon Maitland District School Board says a student and staff member sustained injuries following an incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School that left one person fighting for their life after reportedly being set on fire. “An incident involving a fire occurred yesterday morning at FE Madill SS. Students were safely relocated to Maitland River ES. […]
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One in critical condition after being set on fire at Wingham high school

One in critical condition after being burned by fire at Wingham high school

One in critical condition after being burned by fire at Wingham high school
Kincardine News
Avon Maitland District School Board says a student and staff member sustained injuries following an incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School that left one person fighting for their life after being burned by fire. “An incident involving a fire occurred yesterday morning at FE Madill SS. Students were safely relocated to Maitland River ES. We […]
Avon Maitland District School Board says a student and staff member sustained injuries following an incident at F.E. Madill Secondary School that left one person fighting for their life after being burned by fire. “An incident involving a fire occurred yesterday morning at FE Madill SS. Students were safely relocated to Maitland River ES. We […]
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One in critical condition after being burned by fire at Wingham high school

Lake Huron artificial reef restores fish spawning habitat

Lake Huron artificial reef restores fish spawning habitat
Great Lakes Echo
By Samantha Ku A newly restored reef at Channel Island in Saginaw Bay is intended to support native fish spawning and increase their numbers, ensuring the sustainability of local fisheries. Construction to restore the nearshore fish spawning reef ended last October.
By Samantha Ku A newly restored reef at Channel Island in Saginaw Bay is intended to support native fish spawning and increase their numbers, ensuring the sustainability of local fisheries. Construction to restore the nearshore fish spawning reef ended last October.
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Lake Huron artificial reef restores fish spawning habitat

As waters warm, Wisconsin DNR says the start of sturgeon spawning is near

As waters warm, Wisconsin DNR says the start of sturgeon spawning is near
Great Lakes Commission
According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), it won’t be long before lake sturgeon start to make their run up the Wolf River to spawn. While sturgeon have […]
According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), it won’t be long before lake sturgeon start to make their run up the Wolf River to spawn. While sturgeon have […]
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As waters warm, Wisconsin DNR says the start of sturgeon spawning is near

Michigan DNR asking public to help track invasive lesser celandine threatening native flora

Michigan DNR asking public to help track invasive lesser celandine threatening native flora
Great Lakes Commission
Lesser celandine, a small but destructive plant quietly spreading across Michigan’s forests and riverbanks, is a “watch list” species in Michigan, meaning its distribution in the state is still limited. […]
Lesser celandine, a small but destructive plant quietly spreading across Michigan’s forests and riverbanks, is a “watch list” species in Michigan, meaning its distribution in the state is still limited. […]
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Storm damage at Little Manistee River Weir threatens Michigan DNR steelhead egg collection

Storm damage at Little Manistee River Weir threatens Michigan DNR steelhead egg collection
Great Lakes Commission
According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Little Manistee River Weir in Stronach, Michigan—the sole source of winter-run steelhead eggs for fish hatcheries in Michigan, Indiana and […]
According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Little Manistee River Weir in Stronach, Michigan—the sole source of winter-run steelhead eggs for fish hatcheries in Michigan, Indiana and […]
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Michigan DNR uses new technology to track muskie in West Michigan lake

Michigan DNR uses new technology to track muskie in West Michigan lake
Great Lakes Commission
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has introduced new observation technology to track the movement of muskellunge—known as muskie—with acoustic telemetry in Lake Macatawa in Ottawa County, Michigan. As […]
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has introduced new observation technology to track the movement of muskellunge—known as muskie—with acoustic telemetry in Lake Macatawa in Ottawa County, Michigan. As […]
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Michigan DNR uses new technology to track muskie in West Michigan lake
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