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Just over a century ago, hundreds of record racks and skulls were being amassed in New York City for the National Collection of Heads and Horns. Inscribed above the front entrance was this dedication: In memory of the vanishing big game of the world. At the time, President Theodore Roosevelt, famed naturalist George Bird Grinnell, and other conservation leaders did what seemed illogical in the face of massive big-game species extinction across the continent: They encouraged people to shoot trophy animals.

Following last year’s surge in Michigan hunting and fishing license sales, officials with the Michigan Wildlife Council say 2021 trends show interest in the time-honored outdoor activities remains high. They also say that means good news for jobs, the economy, and managing the state’s wildlife and other natural resources.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has released its annual deer hunting preview just ahead of the deer hunting seasons, which begin Sept. 11. Overall, conditions are looking excellent for the upcoming seasons, and deer hunters can expect hunting to be as...

Will you need to apply for a deer hunting access permit this year? If you hunt in the Lower Peninsula To hunt antlerless deer in the Lower Peninsula, all you will need is a universal antlerless license. Universal antlerless deer licenses are available for purchase...

Posted by The Michigan Wildlife Council Behind every success is a lot of hard work. For more than a century, Michigan has worked to conserve and protect the state’s natural beauty and abundant wildlife. Some of the top initiatives have been improving habitats,...

One of the West Michigan Bowhunters founding principles is commitment to protecting hunters’ rights and promoting wildlife conservation efforts. We promote good fellowship among all who love the outdoors and hunting while sharing hunting experiences and information...

Sometimes it's hard for dads and daughters to find common ground. Not Casey and Camilla Colbry, though. "I think some of our best talks and funniest memories happened when we were out hunting or fishing together," said 11-year-old Camilla, the youngest child of Casey...

The Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger program is asking hunters who have tagged a deer this season to share part of their harvest, or even an entire deer, with Michigan food banks this year. Once the venison is processed and transformed into edible food, it will be...

A lot has happened in 2020. This year, we shared rich and diverse stories that have showcased wildlife conservation success stories, opportunities to enjoy Michigan’s great outdoors and more about how hunting and fishing have benefited the Great Lakes State. We’ve...

For Ed Eisch, the ongoing effort to reintroduce the grayling to northern Michigan streams is nothing less than an opportunity to right what he considers a historical wrong. After all, the fish’s demise in Michigan more than a century ago was caused by both unchecked...