Watching birds continues to be one of the favorite activities in the United States. For whatever set of reasons, humans are fascinated by our flying fauna. For some folks, the interest dives deeper …
BEECHWOOD — Celebrating Johnny Appleseed’s birthday is always a blast at the Beechwood Historical Society’s annual Apple Fest. This year is the 13th anniversary and is …
IRON RIVER - As the temperature starts to drop and the leaves begin to change color, there’s no better time to get outside and experience the refreshing sights, sounds and smells of fall. From …
MI-TRALE, (Michigan Trails and Recreation Alliance of Land and the Environment), always has safety, in all of its forms, as its main concern. One way in which we address this is by running our Storch …
Black bear hunting was first regulated in 1925 when the Michigan Legislature declared the species a game animal. Since 1990, when the state placed bear hunting under a quota system requiring hunters …
ESCANABA – Local competitors from Iron River made their mark at the 79th Annual Great Lakes Logging and Heavy Equipment Expo, held September 4-6. Ryan Shamion claimed first place in the …
FLORENCE, Wis. - The Northwoods Geology Club will meet Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. We will be discussing the election of new officers at this meeting along with planning for future field trips …
HOUGHTON — Steve Jurmu, who has been chronicling autumn leaf change throughout the U.P. for over a decade, is predicting a “vibrant” year for fall colors. He is also predicting an …
IRON COUNTY – The annual Wildlife Unlimited Youth Deer Hunt will be held Saturday, Sept. 13 and Sunday, Sept. 14. Any youth 17 and under can participate. This is a part of our overall Quality …
IRON COUNTY - The fall meeting of the Lake Mary Association was held Aug. 31, where Nick Kroll (interim President) presented Paul Dalpra with a plaque recognizing Paul’s 20 years of dedicated …
IRON RIVER - The Apple Blossom Trail reconstruction project is making significant progress this summer, with Alliance Construction & Design working to complete the upgrades. The project is …
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is reporting Michigan’s first detected cases of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in 2025. The DNR Wildlife Health Section, Michigan State …
This little raccoon's relaxed pose draped over the branch perfectly captures that casual, laid-back vibe we all relate to. The way it's positioned with its arms dangling and that sweet expression makes it look like it's taking a well-deserved break from all the mischief raccoons are known for. Photo by Kevin Zini.
CASPIAN - The Iron County Audubon Club will meet Monday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. at the Iron County Museum. Seth Waters, owner of Dark Waters Fly Shop and Guide service of Iron River, will share stories …
MARQUETTE — Successful spring and summer fish stocking bodes well for fall fishing opportunities, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. This spring and summer, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources stocked a total of 18,958,970 fish that weighed more than 331.5 tons and consisted of 10 different species and one hybrid.
FLORENCE, Wis. - The next Outdoor Education program will be Thursday, Aug. 28, at 6 p.m. in Florence featuring Roger Labine, Lac Vieux Desert Elder and Rice Keeper. Wild Rice, known as Manoomin to the Ojibwe, is much more than “just an aquatic plant.” Come learn how wild rice plays a vital role in tribal culture and how we can help restore its growth in our area.
Third Annual Camp Batawagama Spaghetti Dinner Packs the Mess Hall There are some places that simply stay in your soul—and for generations of Iron County residents, Camp Batawagama is one of …
I once read that Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash could fish for hours in a river without saying a word. I admire that silent camaraderie—the mutual respect of being together, yet lost in individual communion with nature. For me, nature is a personal sanctuary, something I cherish and revere. Nature’s power lies in slow transformation, in silent actions spanning evolutionary time...
FLORENCE, Wis. - The Northwoods Geology Club will be having a picnic at Keyes Lake pavilion Saturday, Aug. 23 beginning at 1 p.m. Follow Highway 101 south out of Florence a few miles, the park is on …
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in partnership with the DTE Foundation and ReLeaf Michigan, is offering $100,000 in grant funding through the DTE Foundation Tree Planting Grant Program. …