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Wild Rivers Interpretive Center

Smokey Bear was a big hit at the Grand Reopening of the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center and Gift Shop in Florence, Wis. May 4 was the official start of Saturday hours from now until Christmas. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources GoWild licensing equipment is in place. Stop in Monday ...

Neotropical migrants arrive

While it might only be early May, spring is well advanced. The nightly chirps of the spring peepers already are fading, giving way to the steady trill of toads. The trilliums are beginning to bloom, along with the fruit trees. Marsh marigolds provide vivid patches of yellow along the ...

DNR lists ‘family friendly’ fishing spots

IRON MOUNTAIN — Lake Antoine, Cowboy Lake and Gene’s Pond in Dickinson County and Peavey Pond and Fortune Chain in Iron County are among the “family friendly” fishing waters recommended by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The DNR’s map at ...

New arrivals coming

A female yellow-bellied sapsucker takes advantage of an orange set out for orioles. If not done already, it’s time to get those supplies out for hummingbirds and orioles. An Iron Mountain resident reported on the Hummingbird Central website, www.hummingbirdcentral.com, their first ...

Fishing license sales down in Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s fishing opener on inland lakes begins today. But while dedicated anglers will be headed back to the water, annual fishing license sales are on the decline after a boost during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the past year, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources sold about ...

Becoming an Outdoor Woman workshop set for May 31-June 2

Registration is open for this summer’s Becoming an Outdoors Woman program, set for May 31 through June 2 in Marquette County, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced. This will mark the 27th annual summer BOW gathering for women ages 18 and older who want to improve their outdoor skills in a relaxed, noncompetitive atmosphere. “Becoming an Outdoors Woman is a program where each individual is encouraged to learn at her own pace,” said Michelle Douglas, BOW program coordinator. “The emphasis is on the enjoyment, fun and camaraderie of outdoor activities and ...