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South Haven to host fisheries workshop

Published on March 25, 2016
Last year was a tough one for Lake Michigan anglers. Fishery biologists and managers will share recent findings and discuss management planning at a free public workshop on April 21 in South Haven.
Michigan expands Emerald Ash Borer quarantine

Published on March 24, 2016
With the addition of four counties there remain only three counties in Michigan not subject to emerald ash borer quarantine restrictions. Movement of all hardwood firewood and regulated pulp and log material is restricted as a result of the expansion.
Seeing the forest through the dead trees

Published on March 24, 2016
The spread and establishment of invasive forest species such as Emerlad ash borer can alter forest ecology and create far-reaching impacts that go beyond just dead trees.
Free Lake Erie and Detroit River Fishery Workshop set for April 21

Published on March 18, 2016
Learn about the latest trends, challenges and opportunities ahead for those who love fishing in Lake Erie and the Detroit River.
Lake Michigan anglers can expect fewer large Chinook salmon in 2016

Published on March 18, 2016
Volunteers with the Salmon Ambassadors program found that medium-sized Chinook salmon were relatively scarce last year.
Survey finds angler satisfaction dropped from 2014 to 2015

Published on March 18, 2016
Volunteers with the Salmon Ambassadors program experienced slow fishing for Chinook salmon last year. Wild salmon made up the majority of the catch in most regions.
Where's the bait?

Published on March 17, 2016
Lake Michigan anglers can now share bait ball images with USGS scientists.
Get the inside scoop on Lake Huron fishing at a free fishery workshop

Published on March 16, 2016
Fishing trends, current research and management updates are among the topics experts will share with recreational, charter and commercial anglers.
Interested in muskie, bass or invasive species? Learn more at the Lake St. Clair Fisheries Workshop!

Published on March 10, 2016
You’ll also learn why Lake St. Clair is widely regarded as one of North America’s greatest fishing lakes.
What are those parasites on my trout?

Published on March 1, 2016
Fish with these parasites are still good to eat.