A man inspects a tree for evidence of oak wilt in a Michigan forest. (Michigan Department of Natural Resources photo)

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Western Upper Peninsula Citizens’ Advisory Council is scheduled to hear updates on the history and management of oak wilt, learn about a new digital tagging option for hunters called eHarvest and consider support for council wildlife committee recommendations when the council meets Wednesday in Baraga.

The meeting will take place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern time at the Baraga Lakeside Inn’s conference room, 900 U.S. 41.

For public comment instructions or additional details, please contact Kristi Dahlstrom at DahlstromK@Michigan.gov or 906-226-1331.

The DNR’s eastern and western Upper Peninsula citizens’ advisory councils are designed to provide local input to advise the DNR on regional programs and policies, identify areas in which the department can be more effective and responsive and offer insight and guidance from members’ own experiences and constituencies.

The council members represent a wide variety of natural resource and recreation interests. Agenda items are set by the council members and council recommendations are forwarded to the DNR for consideration.

To find application forms to be considered for a future council member vacancy, or to locate meeting packets and agendas, go to the council’s DNR webpage at https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/boards/up-citizens/upwest.