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HOUGHTON — Steve Jurmu, known to followers as “Yooper Steve,” has been chronicling the autumn leaf change throughout the U.P. for over a decade. Jurmu released his first Fall …

August abounds with outdoor summer fun

MICHIGAN – Michigan will host its Free ORV Weekend Friday, Aug. 15 and Saturday, Aug. 16, offering an exciting opportunity for riders to explore the state’s extensive off-road vehicle …

A team of conservation experts from state and federal agencies and nonprofit groups is undertaking a long-term plan to stabilize the population of the once-endangered Kirtland’s warbler. …

CASPIAN - The Iron County Audubon Club will meet Monday, Aug. 11 at 7 p.m., at the Iron County Historical Museum. The title of the program will be: Freshwater Mussels- More Than Meets the Eye! …

Mother Nature in all her glory

CRYSTAL FALLS - A heartwarming display of wildlife unfolded at Light Lake as a loon family was captured in stunning photographs that showcase nature’s maternal beauty. The remarkable …

Burned Dam Falls

Burned Dam Campground in the Ottawa National Forest provides visitors with access to deep woods with fishing and canoeing opportunities on the Middle Branch of the Ontonagon River. This dispersed campground is also just a short walk from Mex-i-mine Falls, where you can watch the water flow gently over the rocks as it makes its way through on its way to Lake Superior. You are also sure to notice various rare species of plants and flowers, as well as a variety of wildlife. Burned Dam Campground is approximately 10 miles east of Watersmeet and contains five camping units with picnic tables, grills and toilets.

Finding your next outdoor adventure just got a lot easier

The DNR’s all-new RecSearch website, with its improved design, location-based search and powerful filters, makes it simpler than ever to explore state parks and recreation areas, campgrounds, state forest campgrounds and nonmotorized trails.

Finding your next outdoor adventure just got a lot easier

The DNR’s all-new RecSearch website, with its improved design, location-based search and powerful filters, makes it simpler than ever to explore state parks and recreation areas, campgrounds, …

Bass Fest Canoe Race

In Loving Memory of Herbie Nylund

Death in the Forest

All living things die, which is too often perceived as a negative phenomenon. Yet, forest mortality yields an opportunity for both change and rejuvenation. These dynamics are wonderful to witness, …

Float on Fire Lake with ICWC

AMASA — The Iron County Watershed Coalition is sponsoring their Annual Float Saturday, Aug. 2, at Fire Lake near Amasa. All paddlers are welcome to arrive at 10 a.m. to launch and “Float …

Windsor Center Fishing Camp

IRON RIVER - The two day fishing camp was part of the Windsor Recreation Authority Summer Program June 26-27. Twenty-one students received rod/reels and tackle boxes provided by two grants, one from …

Iron County Audubon Club to meet

CASPIAN - The Iron County Audubon Club will meet Monday, July 14 at 7 p.m. at the Iron County Historical Museum. The program title for this meeting is ‘Summer birding in the …

Take advantage of our beautiful weather and take in the beauty. There are plenty of hiking trails located within the Ottawa National Forest, George Young Recreation Complex, Lake Mary Plains Pathway, …

This summer, Michiganders are invited to join the adventure of searching for the biggest trees in the state! ReLeaf Michigan’s Big Tree Hunt is a free, family-friendly contest that encourages …

DNR biologists remove lid stuck on bear’s neck

In a case that highlights the importance of Michigan’s bear-baiting regulations, state wildlife biologists in Montmorency County recently removed a plastic lid from the neck of a young black …

Senior Days at Youth Camp

CRYSTAL FALLS - Getting fit, getting fed and getting back to nature at the Iron County Youth Camp’s Senior Days. The weather was perfect for cruising the lakes and canoeing the shorelines. The …

ICLSP Summer Events Recap

IRON COUNTY - Six events in mid-June hosted by Iron County Lakes and Streams Partnership (ICLSP) allowed lake and stream property owners, Partnership members and friends to learn about healthy …

ESCANABA - For the 63rd time the U.P. Trappers will host its Annual Trappers Convention/Outdoor Expo Friday, July 11 and Saturday, July 12, at the U.P. State Fairgrounds. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. …

Buy a license plate, give Michigan wildlife a big lift

Michigan DNR Every species has a story. Thanks to the Michigan Nongame Fish and Wildlife Fund, several Michigan species are adding encouraging chapters on restoration and stabilization to theirs. In …

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