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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is encouraging Michigan residents to take steps to avoid tick bites while enjoying the outdoors. Tick-borne diseases, particularly Lyme disease and anaplasmosis, are increasing across the state. Lyme disease cases in ...

“Get back to the country, back where it all began; get back to the country, back on the road again,” – Neil Young The old graveled and rocky road ahead of me looked like it had taken a significant beating over the wintertime. It was gray and weathered, seemingly starved, shriveled and ...