A view from behind the teleprompter at a live broadcast of “Ask the DNR” shows Michigan Department of Natural Resources staffers Monica Joseph, Jennifer Johnson and Doug Barry, with host Ann Feldhauser seated at the center of the table.

MARQUETTE –A new season of the live “Ask the DNR” question-and-answer program kicks off tonight on WNMU-TV13 in Marquette.

“We are excited to begin another series of programs answering viewer questions live on the air,” said John Pepin, Michigan Department of Natural Resources deputy public information officer. “These shows allow callers and viewers to learn a great deal about the Upper Peninsula’s fantastic natural resources and how the DNR is working hard to ensure greater opportunities to enjoy those resources.”

The first hour-long program of the upcoming season will air live at 8 p.m. Eastern time today, be repeated at noon Sept. 15, and be available about a week later online.

Scheduled DNR staffers to appear on this month’s program include George Madison, fisheries biologist; Mark Leadman, conservation officer; Doug Rich, western U.P. district parks and recreation division supervisor; and Brian Roell, wildlife biologist.

Likely topics will include grouse hunting season, pre-deer season, camping and fall fishing. The discussion is typically wide-ranging, based on viewer questions.

To phone questions in during the live telecast, call 1-800-227-9668.

“Ask the DNR” is produced five times each season. Other dates for this season’s live broadcasts include Nov. 2, Dec. 7, April 21 and May 17.

Previous programs may be viewed online at http://wnmuvideo.nmu.edu/program/ask-dnr/episodes/.