Find harbor and boating access, rules and regulations, safety info and more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE BOATING HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Calendars: Classes & Workshops; Hunting and Fishing; Public Meetings; Volunteer Opportunities; State park, historic sites and visitor center events.
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:
Get all your fishing information here, including rules and regulations, license info, the weekly fishing report and much more. Use the button above to visit the fishing home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:
Get all your hunting information here, including hunting season dates, rules and regulations, and much more. Use the button above to visit the hunting home page, or go directly to your area of interest below:
Find ORV license and permit info, maps, rules and regulations and more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE ORV HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Information on DNR shooting and archery ranges, rules and regulations, resources to get started and more. Use the button above to visit the target shooing and archery home page, or go directly to one of the pages below:
Find snowmobile trail permit info, maps, rules and regulations and more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE SNOWMOBILE HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Want to find tasty morel mushrooms in the forest? Click the box above for tips and tricks to fill your basket.
Wildlife Viewing
Find cross-country ski, ice fishing , snowmobiling info and much more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE WINTER FUN HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Find park amenities, programs, overnight info, rules and regulations and much more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE STATE PARKS HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
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.
State Forests
Natural Areas
Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE RAM HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Find trail activities, maps, trail etiquette and much more. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE TRAILS HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below:
Recreation Passport
Big Wild Forest Carbon Project
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:
Recreational Safety and Hunter Education
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.
DNR educators provide classroom lessons, field trip opportunities, professional development and experiential programs to teachers around the state. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
DNR programs engage youth in our natural resources. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.
Safety Information
DNR forest resources professionals maintain healthy forests, manage wildfire, maintain responsible harvesting certifications and improve wildlife habitat. Click the box above to learn more about Michigan's state forests.
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State Parks & Trails
law enforcement, legislation, rules and regulations
Accessible recreation opportunities in Michigan
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Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry
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These classes offer expert instruction, gear and hands-on learning for a range of outdoor activities, from hunting and fishing to hiking, birding and more. Classes offered for a fee, and are for ages 16+ (10+ with adult).
These workshops are geared towards women ages 18+ and provide opportunities in three areas: shooting and hunting, fishing, and eco-sports, such as kayaking, camping or orienteering.
Find archery classes offered at some state parks through the Arrow's Away program. You can also find classes at the Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit and through the Outdoor Skills Academy.
Learn how to fish through the free Hook, Line and Sinker program available at many of our state parks and fish hatcheries. You can also find classes in the Outdoor Skills Academy.
New to hunting? Or interested in learning how to hunt but not sure where to start? Check out the range of helpful resources we've put together for new hunters or those who may want to give hunting a try including hands-on classes and online videos.
Hosting fun and educational nature exhibits with access to nearby trails. For those that seek a more engaging educational experience, each center has interpreters offering a variety of programs that they will lead for school and other groups.
Find great activities, apps, videos, virtual tours, and much more. We have everything you need to connect your family with nature.
Learn about how the DNR raises and stocks fish. Many of our hatcheries have interpretive centers and all have staff who can give your class or group a guided tour.
Offering a variety of field trip options for your class. In addition to a general self-guided museum tour, you can choose from a diverse range of thematic programs on Michigan's history. Financial assistance may be available.
Plan a day of adventure and fun. Groups of every age will be inspired by the richness of Michigan’s natural resources. Financial assistance may be available.
Free seasonal outdoor education programs in over 40 state parks. From mammals to birds, insects to dunes to wetlands and more, learn about the resources in the parks you visit by attending a scheduled program in the summer.
The DNR offers a variety of opportunities for youth to connect with our natural resources.
High School students can join the DNR for a four-day career experience, exploring various careers in natural resources including: fisheries and wildlife management, forestry, conservation officer and park ranger.
Have a young person who wants to go fishing or already loves to go? We've got information to help you on future trips and fun activities for kids of all ages to do that will get them "hooked" on the sport!
Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts organizations are among the oldest of the Department of Natural Resources partners in improving habitat and air and water quality, and supporting outdoor recreation activities.
