It's July, which for the northwoods seems like summer already is halfway over. We're far enough north that most breeding seasons get crammed into June, yet far enough south that the warmer conditions should last into September, allowing young animals time to mature. Conditions so far seem ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — Operation Dry Water, a national campaign to promote sober boating, is underway this holiday weekend. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, alcohol use is the leading known contributing factor in boating fatalities and a significant cause of on-the-water incidents. The ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — A project that further puts Dickinson County on the map as a top biking destination is nearing completion, aided by a state grant and plenty of local perseverance. The Pewabic Hill multi-use trail system just east of downtown Iron Mountain weaves through 85 acres of city ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources this week released drawing results for bear and elk hunts. There are 6,278 bear licenses and 260 elk licenses available for the fall and winter hunting seasons. Drawing results may be viewed at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses, through ...

ESCANABA — More than 40 outdoor gear vendors are expected to be on hand for the Trappers Convention/Outdoor Expo on July 11-12 at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time both days. Admission is $10 for both days and children ages 12 and under are ...