MI Wildlife Council @MIWildlife
Educating the public about the importance of wildlife conservation and its role in preserving Michigan’s great outdoor heritage for future generations. HereForMiOutdoors.org Michigan, USA Joined January 2016-
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Let’s talk fish retirement! 🐟 Kitch-iti-kipi is home to large lake trout, brown trout and brook trout that are “retired” brood stock from one of Michigan’s seven state fish hatcheries. This effort is paid for by fishing license purchases that support hatchery operations!
Ready for spring fishing? Steelhead season is upon us! 🎣 Steelhead will soon be making their run along the following rivers: Pere Marquette, White, Muskegon and Manistee. Shout-out to anglers everywhere for helping keep wildlife populations in balance! #Fishing #steelhead
Happy Arbor Day! 🌳🌲 Did you know? Michigan is home to 20 million acres of forests and employs 96,000+ folks in forestry-related jobs! Want to learn more about Michigan tree species? Visit michigan.gov/dnr/education/…
Wanna catch some walleye? 🎣 The Detroit River is a great place to potentially reel in a trophy-sized fish early on during the walleye run. Also, walleye fishing in the Saginaw River reopens in the end of April and offers some amazing fishing action.
Happy Earth Day! 🌎 We want to thank Michigan hunters, anglers, conservationists, biologists and outdoor enthusiasts for your role in protecting and supporting Michigan wildlife and making it possible for everyone to enjoy Michigan’s outdoors! #EarthDay #HereForMiOutdoors
Happy #NationalParkWeek! 🌲 Michigan is home to Isle Royale National Park. The park has 165 miles of scenic hiking trails and 36 campgrounds where visitors can experience incredible wildlife. Learn more about Isle Royale’s wildlife at nps.gov/isro/learn/nat…
Did you know? Many of Michigan’s ecosystems rely on fire to remain healthy and continue to grow. 🔥 To learn how fires can safely help humans and wildlife, read the following article from our friends at @MIOutofDoors: ow.ly/jYhk50RapwN
To kick off #NationalParkWeek, the @NatlParkService is offering free admission to all parks that typically charge an entrance fee this Saturday, April 20. Consider this your sign to plan a trip to Isle Royale National Park to explore the park’s wildlife! 😉
Prescribed burns have a long, fiery history here in Michigan and serve as a conservation tool to help keep our ecosystems balanced. 🔥 So does hunting and fishing! Hunters and anglers help balance wildlife populations, just like controlled fires help create healthy ecosystems.
Is Wetland Wednesday a thing? It is now! 😜Want some wetland fun facts to wow your loved ones? Head to mucc.org/wetland-commun… to learn about wetland community types in Michigan.
Attention, all current and aspiring anglers — 2023 fishing licenses are valid through March 31 and the new fishing license and regulation season kicks off on April 1. Purchase your fishing license through the DNR’s Hunt Fish mobile app at michigan.gov/dnr/things-to-….
Do you adore amphibians? Are you fond of frogs? Then this post is for you! 🐸 You can help preserve frogs’ natural habitat by getting involved with FrogWatch USA, a citizen science program of the @zoos_aquariums. Leap to AkronZoo.org/frogwatch to learn more
There are a lot of ways to get involved with conservation and wildlife management efforts — the fastest and easiest being to sign up for our quarterly email newsletter! Learn more and subscribe at HereForMiOurdoors.org/get-involved. 🗞️ #HereForMiOutdoors #MichiganWildlife
The council’s mission is to educate Michiganders about the significance of wildlife conservation and the critical role hunters and anglers play in safeguarding our state’s outdoor legacy. Learn more about what we do, and how you can get involved, visit ow.ly/gARi50QTbL4
Can you guess the name of Michigan’s largest natural freshwater spring? Located in the Central Upper Peninsula, it’s one of Michigan’s most popular attractions. Comment your best guess!
Happy first day of spring — we made it, y’all! 🌱 ’Tis the season for transformation and new beginnings. Cheers to warmer days ahead and fresh opportunities to get outside and enjoy Michigan’s outdoors. 🙌
Explore Michigan’s thousands of miles of trails! Whether you’re looking to hike, bike, paddle or go horseback riding, these trails offer something for everyone. 🙌 To find maps, check closures and learn trail etiquette, visit michigan.gov/dnr/places/sta….
Looking for a fun way to explore the great outdoors while staying indoors? Visit @MichiganDNR Outdoor Adventure Center and experience hands-on activities, exhibits, simulators and more. Discover upcoming events at michigan.gov/oac/experience…! 🙌
Not all birds leave Michigan during the winter months. In fact, many can survive and thrive year-round in the Great Lakes State. Learn more about Michigan’s top 20 winter birds at a-z-animals.com/blog/birds-tha…
While winter temps might be cold, it’s a hot time for bird-watching in Michigan. 🔥 In fact, species like snowy owls, boreal owls, great gray owls and northern hawk owls travel from Canada to the Great Lakes each year for warmer weather. 🦉 Learn more at bit.ly/3OqVgm0.
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If you want to learn about our Michigan frogs, we got you (complete with frog sounds!) 🐸 Hop 🐸 to 🐸 it 🐸 michigan.gov/dnr/education/…
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Connections matter: The importance and status of aquatic connectivity for fish in Michigan: bit.ly/3STjEgL #MiEnvironment
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ICYMI: It is rare that Ohioans will come into direct contact with an endangered timber rattlesnake. Even when they are discovered, they use their camouflage to remain undetected before fleeing or defending themselves. 🐍
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Happy National S'mores Day! It's a campfire classic, but we've got a twist for you....try adding peanut butter! 😋 What do you add to your s'mores to make them extra special? 📸: Facebook Fan: McKenna Olson
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