Oct 09, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources As firearm deer hunting season approaches in Michigan – and with many other seasons already underway – the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to begin their outdoor adventures with Mi-H... READ MORE
Oct 05, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds waterfowl hunters about the new Wetland Wonders Challenge. The contest focuses on promoting Michigan’s seven premier Managed Waterfowl Hunt Areas (MWHA). These areas inc... READ MORE
Oct 05, 2012 Michigan Department of Natural Resources With the bear hunting season in full swing, the Department of Natural Resources reminds successful bear hunters to call ahead to registration stations to be sure staff are available to register and seal a bear. There are more than 75... READ MORE
Oct 04, 2012 Michigan Department of Natural Resources Here are some reminders and requests from the Michigan DNR along with its weekly fishing report. Anglers are reminded that all Type 1 and Type 2 rivers and streams along with the Type A and Type D inland lakes closed to fishing on Se... READ MORE
Oct 02, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that the archery deer season opened statewide on Monday, Oct. 1. The season runs through Nov. 14, then reopens after the firearm deer season for late archery hunting Dec. 1 through... READ MORE
![King of the Great Lakes Test Fest 2012 gives a taste of kiteboarding [VIDEO]](https://localsportsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/kogl-2.jpg)
Sep 30, 2012 From local reports Localsportsjournal.com The King of the Great Lakes Test Fest 2012 kicked off this weekend at Grand Haven beach and the Local Sports Journal was there to catch some of the action on Saturday. The wind was in high demand and eventually did make its appeara... READ MORE
Sep 27, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Department of Natural Resources invites residents to "Go-Get Outdoors" and enjoy state parks and recreation areas in Southwest Michigan while helping to protect their natural habitat. Volunteering for these October workdays is a... READ MORE
Sep 27, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fall fishing is in full swing, but that also means the weather can play a factor in your fishing trip. High winds have prevented some Big Lake anglers from getting out this past week. SOUTHWEST LOWER PENINSULA Grand Haven: ... READ MORE
Sep 26, 2012 By Mike Mattson Local Sports Journal Ten years ago, Steve Negen hosted a little-known kiteboarding event in Grand Haven. It didn’t pack the beach or make many waves in the community at that time. “I think three people showed up,” said Negen, owner of Grand Hav... READ MORE
Sep 24, 2012 Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Michigan State University Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health announced that epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) has been confirmed in 24 Michigan counties. For a list of a... READ MORE
Sep 24, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced today that, following more than a year of deliberations with constituents, scientists and fishery managers, it agrees with an inter-jurisdictional recommendation by the Lake Mic... READ MORE
Sep 20, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fall fishing means salmon and anglers are finding them not only in the Big Lake, but on area rivers as well. SOUTHWEST LOWER PENINSULA Grand Haven: Salmon anglers are fishing 95 to 150 feet down in 160 to 220 feet of water.�... READ MORE
Sep 14, 2012 Michigan Department of Natural Resources Young hunters will enjoy new opportunities this fall, with recent changes in licensing regulations. The Mentored Youth Hunting program has eliminated minimum age requirements. Now, youths younger than 10 years of age may hunt under the ... READ MORE
Sep 13, 2012 Michigan Department of Natural Resources The fishery for adult chinook salmon on Lake Michigan is starting to wind down, however steelhead and younger salmon can still be found in deep water. Trout and salmon fishing in the river systems is difficult due to the low water level... READ MORE
Sep 07, 2012 Local Sports Journal Seaway Gun Club is hosting a Hunter Safety Class the week of Sept. 17. Classes will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 6-9:30 p.m. Students must attend all four days in order to successfully complete the course. For more information, call 76... READ MORE
Sep 06, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Now that Labor Day is past, the vast majority of fishing effort will turn to salmon and trout. Those wishing to fish inland lakes or inland trout streams will be greeted with solitude and often some very good fishing! Salmon are sta... READ MORE
Sep 05, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that antlerless deer license drawing results and leftover antlerless license quantities are now posted on the DNR website at www.michigan.gov/huntdrawings. Remaining antlerless ... READ MORE
Sep 02, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Here are some outdoor fall events sponsored by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources as well as some other useful information for those who enjoy Michigan’s great outdoors. Welcome fall fun Fall will soon be in the ai... READ MORE
Sep 01, 2012 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Small game hunting season begins today with the opening of the early Canada goose season and continues until rabbit and hare season ends on March 31. Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologists across the state say hunters s... READ MORE
Aug 30, 2012 THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Late summer fishing is going strong however hot weather into the weekend may slow catch rates. Those fishing the inland waters will want to fish early morning, late evening or go deeper during the day. Water levels are low but a goo... READ MORE