MARQUETTE — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources urges everyone to prioritize water safety during the Labor Day holiday weekend, and be aware of current conditions before entering the water. For safer swimming, choose buoyed swim areas at state parks. These areas offer added safety ...

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reports that more than 331.5 tons of fish have been stocked so far in 2025, including walleye and trout in Iron County, along with trout and salmon in Menominee County. No Dickinson County waters are listed to date, although walleye plantings took ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — During late August, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources recommends focusing fishing efforts during early morning or late evening hours when fish are more active. Fish often move to deeper, cooler waters as surface temperatures remain warm. For species like ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — Fall turkey licenses are now on sale in Michigan with a quota of 2,200 for the Upper Peninsula. There is no longer a drawing for fall turkey licenses and a hunter can purchase one per year, valid for one turkey of any sex. Licenses will be sold until the quota is met. You ...

The loons put on a show this past Sunday at Six Mile Lake. During a pontoon boat ride, two adults fishing repeatedly surfaced right alongside, despite our initial efforts to give them a wide berth. We shut down the motor and let them move away at their own pace before going on. Seeing them ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — Michigan’s final Free ORV Weekend of the year is set for Aug. 16 and 17, giving residents and out-of-state visitors a chance to ride trails and routes on back-to-back days without an ORV license or trail permit. All other ORV rules and laws still apply. Michigan Department ...