What seems to be an annual rite of late summer happened Wednesday at The Daily News office. Just after dusk, a big brown bat swooped through the newsroom, making figure eights above and around us, obviously searching for a way out. Luckily, we have a back door that opens straight to the ...
IRON MOUNTAIN — This is Free ORV Weekend in Michigan. Residents and out-of-state visitors legally can ride Department of Natural Resources-designated routes and trails today and Sunday without an ORV license or trail permit. All other ORV rules and laws still apply, and a Recreation ...
The summer of the loon chick continues at Six Mile Lake. Last year, the first successful hatching on the lake within at least a decade ended with the chick disappearing in the first few weeks. The story this year has been far different. Perhaps it was more experienced parents. Perhaps just ...
CHANNING — Laughter echoed through the woods, fishing lines stretched across the trout pond, and smiles could be found around every corner as the Sagola Township Sportsmen's Club hosted Sportsmen of Tomorrow Youth Day. More than 100 children and their families attended the inaugural ...
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds the public that anyone can participate in Operation Deer Watch and the Game Bird Survey. No registration is needed and observations can be recorded using a mobile device. "Wherever you are in Wisconsin, you can get involved and collect data in your area," said Paul Frater, DNR surveys coordinator. "Sightings can easily be submitted through our Survey123 app, and every submission helps us better understand how wildlife are doing throughout the state." Under Operation Deer Watch, members of the public can report location, age, ...
IRON MOUNTAIN — Michigan Department of Natural Resources Hunter Safety Education Week will take place Aug. 10-16. To purchase a hunting license in Michigan, anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1960, is required to successfully complete an approved hunter education course. “Right now, ...
