IRON RIVER - TheWest Iron District Library will host a “Best Management Workshop for Landowners” Thursday, April 9 at 3 p.m. featuring local expert Brock VanOss. The library invites the community …
IRON RIVER — Creativity took center stage on the slopes as Ski Brule hosted its annual Brule Bash March 21–22. The weekend was a resounding success, offering a perfect blend of winter sports, …
MARQUETTE — Living in the U.P. and being surrounded by natural beauty, it is easy to take for granted nature’s innate beneficial effects on not only our bodily health but also our psyches. These …
March madness has taken on a different meaning in parts of northern Michigan over the past two years. Strong winter storms hit the landscape and communities in March 2025 and again this mid March, …
PHELPS, Wis. - Phelps Maple Syrup Fest is back and will be as sweet as ever! Maple Syrup Fest will be held at the Phelps School, 4451 Old School Road Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. …
CRYSTAL FALLS — The Runkle Lake complex was transformed into a winter playground March 14, as the Crystal Falls Lions Club successfully brought back “Freeze Your Bass Off.” The event, a …
EAGLE RIVER, Wis. — Trees For Tomorrow (TFT) is excited to announce that registration is now open for its 2026 Science Earth Exploration for Kids (SEEK) summer day camps. Designed to connect youth …
Michiganders know spring is one of the best times for birding! Early-season migrating species are hunkering down to make and raise their families, while other birds are dotting the skies with …
As spring approaches and Michigan’s estimated 12,450 black bears emerge from their dens — many with new cubs in tow — here are a few important things to remember: -Bears have an extraordinary …
The recent news about a logging proposal on the Ottawa National Forest is non-news. MSU forester David Carter put it well when he’s quoted as saying; “. . . didn’t really raise any red …
IRON RIVER - The Sunset Lake Association would like to extend a massive thank you to our local businesses and neighbors for making this year’s ice fishing fundraiser a resounding success. In an era …
IRON RIVER - The Ojibway Archery Range at Camp Gibbs hosted an Upper Peninsula Field Archery Association Tournament March 1. Archers from all over the U.P. and some from downstate came to compete in …
Michigan’s new fishing license and regulation season begins Wednesday, April 1, so if you’re planning to hit the water, you’ll need to purchase a new fishing license. The 2026 fishing licenses …
PHELPS, Wis. - Phelps Maple Syrup Fest is back and will be as sweet as ever! Maple Syrup Fest will be held at the Phelps School, 4451 Old School Road Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. …
IRON COUNTY - Michigan’s Free Fishing Weekend gave families and friends the opportunity to enjoy one of the state’s most beloved outdoor activities at no cost. The two-day event was held Feb. 14 …
LAND O’ LAKES, Wis.— The Northwoods tradition of sled dog racing returned to Land O’ Lakes Feb. 7 and 8, for the annual Three Bear Sled Dog Race. Widely regarded as one of the premier spectator …
Nick Misseri of Iron River pulled a whopping 29-inch lake trout through the ice Feb. 15 using a tip up during MI Free Fishing weekend. He was enjoying the sunny day with friends ice fishing on one of his favorite lakes. Pictured are, Phoebe Papatriantafyllou, Nick and his son, Emil.
Five individuals received awards Feb. 2 at a Michigan Department of Natural Resources meeting at the Sagola Township Sportsmen’s Club in Dickinson County. Michigan Department of Natural Resources …
Pines are the second largest taxonomic group of trees in Michigan, by volume, exceeded only by the maples. However, what makes a “pine” a pine? All that is “evergreen” is not a pine, or even …
Over 1 million anglers fish through the ice each winter in Michigan. Ice fishing offers a good winter recreational opportunity for all ages, whether setting out tip-ups for the day or putting out a …