News

Reuniting fire and oak: A unique partnership for sustaining Michigan’s oak forests

Published on February 20, 2025
A new partnership helps shed light on the benefits of prescribed fire for Michigan’s oak forests.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 13, 2025
Learn more about the Michigan Clean Water Corps volunteers collecting valuable water quality and habitat data on inland lakes and streams across our state.
MSU Extension course takes an active approach to address community conservation

Published on February 13, 2025
This 6-week, hybrid course prepares participants to work with decision makers, influence management decisions and aid in conservation efforts.
Hunting antler sheds: A fun and informative winter pastime

Published on January 29, 2025
Finding deer sheds is a great way to get outside and enjoy winter while learning valuable information about the deer in your area.
New perspectives: Understanding ecological restoration while on the water

Published on January 29, 2025
Conservation Stewards Program participants from Macomb County kayaked the Clinton River Spillway to experience ecological restoration projects up close.
Eastern Upper Peninsula birding update: What to see and where

Published on January 9, 2025
Rough-legged Hawks and Bald Eagles abound and it’s early winter so who knows what will show up next!
This holiday season, give the gift of fish and wildlife habitat

Published on December 20, 2024
Learn more about what to do with your Christmas tree after the holidays.
Participating in a planned burn

Published on December 20, 2024
Planned or prescribed burns can provide wildlife habitat benefits, such as combatting invasive species and assisting in habitat restoration.
Recreational fishing isn’t just about fun, it also provides food

Published on December 16, 2024
Harvesting local, wild-caught fish is one of the benefits of fishing. Each year, Michigan anglers fishing under a recreational license harvest fish worth over $40 million from Great Lakes waters alone.
New facilities and grounds coordinator named at MSU Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center

Published on November 12, 2024
Jed Asher, formerly with MSU Infrastructure Planning and Facilities, joined the Corey Marsh team in early November.