The H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu, has been detected in both wild birds and domestic poultry flocks in Michigan.

With a little help from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, a native fish that was once considered “extinct” from state waters is working to make a comeback.

Your camping trip could cost a bit more after a rate increase for Michigan state park campgrounds goes into effect later this year.

On May 12, the Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center will host a ceremony to signal the start of the next phase of the repopulation.

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reports a beef herd in eastern Michigan has tested positive for bovine tuberculosis.

MICHIGAN, USA — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) shared that they be will raising camping and overnight lodging fees starting Aug. 1, 2025. This price hike marks the first increase in three years to support state park operations.

If you observe a die-off of six or more waterfowl, report it through the DNR Eyes in the Field online reporting tool or contact a DNR office.

The Michigan DNR advises waterfowl hunters on precautions against bird flu due to cases in wild and domestic birds, including cooking meat properly and wearing gloves when handling birds.

The Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park (left) and Ludington State Park (right) are battling it out in the finals for the Michigan State Park Madness trophy. Pictured are two iconic spots, the Lake of the Clouds in the Porkies and Big Sable Lighthouse in Ludington. (DNR) DNR

The increased revenue will go right back into the parks to better the visitor experience, the state Department of Natural Resources says.

Michigan's elk hunters encountered high temperatures in the first hunting period of the year, which hurt harvest rates.

The Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger program connects hunters, game processors and food banks across the state to feed those in need.