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Outdoors

The Japanese Barberry is just one example of an invasive species

HOUGHTON — The Michigan Invasive Species Program (MISP) is joining the North American Invasive Species Management Association to promote PlayCleanGo Awareness Week, taking place today through June 14. The annual event aims to educate outdoor enthusiasts on the importance of stopping the ...

Michigan releases 2025 Eat Safe Fish Guides

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the 2025 Eat Safe Fish Guides, which indicate how many servings of fish are safe and healthy to eat based on the species of fish, its size and which body of water the fish has been caught from. Guidelines are based ...

Reasons for change

UPPER MICHIGAN — Antlerless deer will be available to hunt during some of the upcoming deer seasons for the first time in about ten years. The changes affect areas in Lake Superior watershed in the U.P. The Lake Superior watershed is comprised of the counties, from Gogebic in the west, to ...

Free weekend

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources encourages everyone to take advantage of “Three Free” Weekend – Saturday and Sunday. It's two full days when Michigan residents and out-of-state visitors can grab a fishing rod, ride the off-road trails and visit state parks, boating access ...

Trappers convention returns to Escanaba

ESCANABA – For the 63rd time, the U.P. Trappers will host its Annual Trappers Convention/Outdoor Expo July 11 - 12, at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (EDT) both days. Admission is $10 for both days with kids under twelve free. Camping on the grounds is ...

Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities

HOUGHTON — Glossy buckthorn, one of the Keweenaw’s most aggressive invasive species, is currently taking over portions of our favorite local trail networks. Luckily, Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area (KISMA), and the Swedetown Trails Club are partnering with local volunteers and ...