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Talk fish, trails and cultural resources at DNR's November public meetings
October 20, 2025
The Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing Michigan residents the opportunity to share input and ideas on policy decisions, programs and other aspects of natural resource management and outdoor recreation opportunities.
One important avenue for this input is at meetings of the public bodies that advise the DNR and, in some cases, also set policies for natural and cultural resource management. Frequently check the DNR boards, commissions, committees and councils webpage for updates.
The links below will take you to the webpage for each group, where you will find meeting details such as location and agenda (when finalized). Please check these pages often, as meeting details may change and sometimes meetings are canceled.
November meetings
- Belle Isle Park Advisory Committee – Thursday, Nov. 20, 9 a.m. (Contact: Barbara Graves, 517-284-6135).
- Board of Foresters – Monday, Nov. 24, 3 p.m. (Contact: Matt Watkeys, 906-458-6965).
- Equine Trails Subcommittee – Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1 p.m. (Contact: Annalisa Centofanti, 517-331-6219).
- Lake Erie/St. Clair Citizens Fishery Advisory Committee – Wednesday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. (Contact: Jim Francis, 517-242-3593).
- Michigan Freedom Trail Commission – Friday, Nov. 14, 11 a.m. (Contact: Sheri Giffin, 517-231-1299).
- Michigan Historical Commission – Thursday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. (Contact: Michelle Davis, 517-331-7374).
- Michigan Iron Industry Museum Advisory Board – Monday, Nov. 10, 3 p.m. (Contact: Troy Henderson, 906-475-7857).
- Michigan Natural Resources Commission – Thursday, Nov. 6, 9:30 a.m. (Contact: NRC@Michigan.gov).
- Timber and Forest Products Advisory Council – Friday, Nov. 21, 8:30 a.m. (Contact: Kimberley Korbecki, 517-582-3220).
- Underwater Salvage and Preserve Committee – Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1 p.m. (Contact: Sheri Giffin, 517-231-1299).
Interested in equine trails? Here's your chance to serve on DNR subcommittee
Would you like to help provide guidance and recommendations on Michigan’s statewide network of pack and saddle trails? The Equine Trails Subcommittee, part of the Michigan Trails Advisory Council, has an upcoming vacancy. This person would represent the southwest Lower Peninsula region and serve a four-year term.
Please apply for this volunteer position if you are interested. The DNR is accepting applications until Nov. 21. For more information, email DNR-Trails@Michigan.gov.