New this holiday season, the Department of Natural Resources is offering online shoppers the opportunity to purchase DNR e-gift certificates. Available at www.michigan.gov/dnr, the e-gift certificates are redeemable for hunting and fishing licenses or snowmobile and off-road vehicle trail stickers.

"If you're looking for the perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer for the outdoor enthusiast on your list, you can't go wrong with a DNR e-gift certificates," said DNR Director Rebecca Humphries. "Whether they're into hunting, fishing or snowmobiling, recipients will appreciate the convenience of being just a few clicks away from heading out into the field or forest."

DNR e-gift certificates are available in $15, $30 and $50 increments, and can be used only to purchase licenses online. They cannot be redeemed at retailers or DNR offices.

Purchasers will receive an electronic certificate to print out and give to the recipient, who then may redeem it online at www.michigan.gov/dnr. If the recipient does not want to redeem the entire amount at once, the E-License system will track the remaining balance.

The E-License site accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover. A valid Michigan driver's license, Michigan identification card or DNR Sportcard is required to purchase a license.

"With the purchase of an e-gift certificate, you're also giving a gift to all Michigan residents by supporting the conservation of natural resources in our state," said Humphries. "The revenue from these sales supports the DNR's ongoing efforts to provide exceptional outdoor opportunities in Michigan."