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Find camping and overnight lodging options, reservation info, rules and regulations and more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE CAMPING HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
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Want to find tasty morel mushrooms in the forest? Click the box above for tips and tricks to fill your basket.
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Visitor Centers across the state provide education programs, field trips, archery, fishing, trails and much more. Click the box above to see all our locations, or click the individual location below.
We administer grants that enable our local partners to promote the lifestyles we all enjoy by providing recreational opportunities, enhancing wildlife habitat and ensuring public safety. Visit the grants home page by clicking on the button above, or view a specific area of interest below:
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Learn about Michigan's diverse range of fish, plants, trees, reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals. Click the box above to see all species, or click the species group below.
DNR educators across the state provide fun, educational activities, programs and workshops year-round for adults, families and kids. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
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The Michigan Trails Advisory Council advises the DNR and the governor on the creation, development, operation and maintenance of motorized and nonmotorized trails in the state, including snowmobile, biking, equestrian, hiking, off-road vehicle and skiing trails.
Contact:
Tim Novak, state trails coordinator
(517) 388-8347
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| July 12, 2022 | 6-8 p.m. | Join Microsoft Teams meeting on your computer or mobile app Or call in (audio only): 248-509-0316 Phone Conference ID: 304 269 101# / Passcode: 304269101# United States, Pontiac |
| Sept. 22, 2022 | 6-8 p.m. | Join Microsoft Teams meeting on your computer or mobile app Or call in (audio only): 248-509-0316 Phone Conference ID: 721 564 289# / Passcode: 721564289# United States, Pontiac |
| Dec. 8, 2022 | 6-8 p.m. | Join Microsoft Teams meeting on your computer or mobile app Or call in (audio only): 248-509-0316 Phone Conference ID: 973 632 403# / Passcode: 973632403# United States, Pontiac |
Public Appearance:
Anyone wanting to address the committee must declare their intent by completing a DNR Trails Advisory Committees public hearing comment card prior to or during the public appearance portion of the meeting. Those addressing the committee will be requested to identify their name, address and the organization, if any, that they belong. If representing an organization, the presenter should indicate whether their comments represent the official views of the organization. Those who contact the DNR staff assistant on or before the Friday preceding the meeting will be allowed five minutes for their presentation. Anyone signing up after the Friday preceding the meeting will be allowed up to three minutes, at the discretion of the chairperson. The public appearance segment of the meeting will last until closed by the chairperson or by vote of the council.
Contact:
The Equine Trails Subcommittee, an advisory group created as a subcommittee of the Michigan Trails Advisory Council, provides guidance and recommendations on a statewide network of pack and saddle trails.
The Nonmotorized Advisory Workgroup assists the Michigan Trails Advisory Council with its duties and responsibilities and provides the Department of Natural Resources advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s nonmotorized trail system.
The Off-Road Vehicle Advisory Workgroup assists the Michigan Trails Advisory Council with its duties and responsibilities and provides the Department of Natural Resources advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s designated ORV trail system.
The Snowmobile Advisory Workgroup assist the Michigan Trails Advisory Council with its duties and responsibilities and provides the Department of Natural Resources advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the state’s designated snowmobile trail system.
