Get all your fishing information here, including rules and regulations, license info, the weekly fishing report and much more. Use the link 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:
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.
Find cross-country ski, ice fishing , snowmobiling info and much more.
Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more.
Find a great trail experience near you - whether you want to hike, bike, snowmobile or ride an ORV. From long, paved linear trails to rugged forest terrain, Michigan offers trail opportunities for all abilities and interests.
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:
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 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.
All DNR-related boards, committees, and advisory groups
Find seasonal, part-time and full-time job openings with the DNR
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The DNR’s Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) program does not provide direct or financial assistance for private property tree removals. Indirect assistance information is provided below as suggestions for who else to contact for help. Be aware, in most cases financial assistance is not available or limited and the property owner will be responsible for all associated removal costs. It can be expensive to remove trees, especially if they are in poor condition or threaten people, property or utilities. Below are some places to start looking for help.
Arborists are trained tree care professionals who charge for their services. If you hire an arborist, get quotes from two to three arborists and confirm they carry two types of insurance, both general liability and workers compensation.
Find a list of arborists in Michigan at the International Society of Arboriculture state website, ASM-ISA.org.
If a tree falls and damages your home or any building on your property, contact your homeowner's insurance company. They might help with tree removal, and if the tree came from your neighbor's yard, your insurance may advise you on liability matters and whether you can pursue compensation from your neighbor’s insurance. If a tree falls on your car, your auto insurance might cover it, depending on your policy, so reach out to them, too.
If the tree is located on municipal property, (e.g., between sidewalk and curb), contact your city, village, township or county for assistance.
Electric utility companies may provide tree trimming or removal of trees if they are overgrown, damaged or dead and are threatening their lines or equipment. Contact your local electric and gas utility provider to see if they offer assistance at utilitysearch.apps.lara.state.mi.us/search.
Check with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and review their tips to ensure you are choosing the right arborist and asking the right questions.
View the BBB's How to hire a reputable arborist or tree service company tips here: bbb.org/article/tips/18640-bbb-tip-tree-service
Now that your tree is down, what are some green options for the leftover wood? Check out these resources below on putting your tree waste to a good use:
Help may be available through the Michigan Department of the Military and Veterans Affairs.
Call 800-MICH-VET (800-642-4838) or visit Michigan.gov/MVAA.
Help may be available through your local Area on Aging Association.
Call 517-886-1029 or visit 4AMI.org to find your local agency contact information.
Have a tree stump to remove? Think tree stump removal is a simple DIY task? Think again—between physical strain, safety risks, and hidden costs, tackling this job yourself can quickly turn into a frustrating and dangerous endeavor. Check out this article, DIY Tree Stump Removal Might Be a Risky Choice, Say the Experts, to better understand the hidden risks and challenges.
