Seasons marked with an indicate the season dates are the same each year. The secret to morel mushroom hunting in michigan michigan. Michigans best and worst places for deer hunting, based on. From elk and deer to bear, turkey and wolf, hunters will find variety while hunting in the state. Michigan pheasant restoration initiative helps ringneck numbers improve. For a full description of bear hunting dates in both the upper and lower peninsulas, as well as a map of the bear management units, please see below. In this weeks series we transition to the michigan gun hunting season 2017.
May 17, 2017 michigan bear hunters will see the following changes beginning in the 2017 bear hunting season. For more information on obtaining licenses, permits and regulations, visit the michigan department of natural resources website. Sep 16, 2017 2017 2018 michigan hunting seasons a tradition for many families, hunting is an exciting escape into nature. A deer runs across a road in kinross charter township, mich. The dates and bag limits for scaup by hunting zone. Gratiot, isabella counties take top spot in deer hunting in 2017. Being able to take advantage of all the hunting seasons is why the waterfowl hunter has put together the hunting dates for michigan. We hope to have up to date, accurate information online for the 2017 2018 hunting season. Rifle cartridges that were allowed in previous years on public land for deer hunting are allowed on public land again this year during the deer firearms season, the reduction zone season in zones where. Sep 08, 2017 michigans first bear season of 2017 starts today in a few counties of the northwestern lower peninsula, with seasons in other locations opening sept. Limits are set for each species hunting or trapping season. September 26 to november 9 two bird limit, november 10 to november 22 onebird limit, and november 28 to november 29 one bird limit.
November 15 2017, opener in michigan, what all michigan hunters wait for. Nov 15, 2017 hunting season is always a special time of the year. Michigan dnr announces new bear hunting regulations hunt. Posts about hunting the whitetail deer in mi with firearms, bows, etc. Memorative bucks dnr releases 2016 deer hunting logan bouwman and darin holman deer hunting california big isabella county youth hunt 20172017 michigan trophy bucks2017 michigan trophy bucks2017 michigan trophy bucksmike mi 2017 archery deer hunting. This is a 3 part hunting video series i capture my michigan gun hunts. Michigan s first bear season of 2017 starts today in a few counties of the northwestern lower peninsula, with seasons in other locations opening sept. The hunting season start and end dates vary by animal, weapon, and sometimes location. Selected hunters are randomly assigned to specific hunting areas and hunt time period, ranging from august through january. Marquette most hunters are reporting a favorable 2017 bear hunting season with a lot of larger bears and many sows with cubs, despite warm weather that made dog hunting difficult in the early on. The michigan legislatures hunting break, explained.
Dnr extends deer hunting season to test for deadly disease ionia county. Michigan assesses a small fee for deer hunting licenses. Hunter orange a must for michigan abc 10cw 5 wbupwbkp. Apr 16, 2020 scaup have a restrictive framework this year that allows for a 60day season with a limit of two birds for 45 days and one bird for 15 days. Emails will be sent periodically, more frequently in the weeks leading up to bow, crossbow, and firearm deer seasons. Guest blogger and avid morel mushroom hunter, joshua nowicki, shares a few tips and tricks for your next morel mushroom hunting in the state. What is the penalty for michigan dnr violations michigan. Hunters were greeted with snow opening week, which began nov. You will want to look for southwest facing hills where the suns warm rays. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast. Waterfowl hunting regulations, dates and bag limits are in the 2017 2018.
It is unlawful to hunt wildlife, except foxes, crows and coyotes, on sundays. For a full list of regulations and legal descriptions see the w ildlife conservation order. Muzzleloading season is broken up into two slightly varied timeframes with zone 1 upper peninsula and zone 2 northern lower peninsula running from december 4thth. Marquette deer hunting season is just around the corner and with that, some hunting regulations, including apparel change.
We have a new hunter at deer camp this season and we couldnt be happier with the success that was. Whether you are planning on waiting patiently in a deer stand to bag that trophy buck or sitting knee deep in the marsh hoping to bag a band. Nov 15, 2019 that has remained michigans deer firearm hunting season ever since, barring some experimentation with saturday openers and split seasons in the 1960s. This forum is where debate over current and future deer hunting rules and regulations belong. Check the species and season listings for information about limits. Sep 19, 2019 the 2018 deer hunting season starts sept. Whether you are planning on duck hunting for deer hunting in andy state check out the hunting seasons first. Fur harvester information includes muskrat, mink, raccoon, fox, bobcat, badger, fishermarten, beaver, otter, and coyote.
This website exists to provide people with the latest hunting season dates and information for states across america. A michigan technological university analysis shows the number of firearm deer hunting licenses sold in michigan has dropped by about 21 percent over 20 years to about 621,000 in 2017. Michigans first 2017 bear season underway outdoor news daily. Spring gobbler season wild turkey starts september 1. Below are the seasons and bag limits for most hunting and trapping seasons for from july 1, 2019 through june 30, 2020. Michigan whitetail deer hunting michigan sportsman online. Everything you need to plan your michigan hunting trip. This year the weather was pretty crappy it rained the whole day and.
Michigan dnr adds new rules to hunting season sports. Dnr emergency rule for 2017 deer hunting season an emergency rule signed today by the dnr, filed with the natural resources commission and the legislative services agency, states the following. Bear season varies greatly depending on where you are hunting. Law enforcement annual report 2019 hunting incidents 2020. Bill aims to extend firearm deer hunting season michigan. The opportunity to hunt and harvest game is abundant to all and with various seasons spanning throughout the year, the opportunity to get lost in a sportsmans paradise is always calling. Deer season opener sees hunters hitting the woods, fields. The report estimates that number will drop to nearly 392,500 by 2035. North dakota hunting seasons north dakota game and fish. The 2017 2018 pheasant season was from 1007 2017 01072018. Dnr emergency rule for 2017 deer hunting season 12017. The results came from the dnrs 2017 deer hunting survey.
Aug 31, 2017 the areas of the former saginaw and tuscola county goose management units now have the same season dates as the south zone. Michigan fall hunting season 2017, tracking an elusive whitetail buck. Bear licenses are limited and only available through a drawing. According to a detroit free press article, deer hunters have declined from a high of 785,000 in 1998 to 621,000 licenses sold during the 2017 firearms deer season. Hunting dates and seasons new hampshire fish and game. For the 2017 hunting season, 7,140 bear licenses were available across 10 different bear management units in michigan. Mar 07, 2017 in michigan it is the responsibility of every hunter, and every person who fishes, to know the laws as it relates to their hunting and fishing privileges. Michigan s wild turkey patch program is coordinated by the michigan chapter of the national wild turkey federation, in partnership with the dnr. Chocolate and cocoa products completely banned as bear bait, due to the potential harm to bear and other wildlife species. This is a 3 part video series capturing my michigan gun hunts.
Be sure to select the correct date range as many seasons cross the calendar year. Michigan wolves may find themselves in crosshairs again. Intermingling with those dates is firearms with a statewide season of november 15th30th. Officials extend deer hunting season in metro detroit cbs. I think the season went well, but we dont have good preliminary data yet because we went to a new system this year, michigan department. Michigan deer season dates online michigan hunting and. The 20182019 pheasant season dates are 1006201801062019.
Rick snyder signed a law in december authorizing wolf hunting if congress or the courts permit, but the states natural resources commission has the final say. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest. Your reward of patiently waiting in a tree stand or hunting blind is the satisfaction of taking responsibility for your own food, or finally bagging that trophy buck. Despite pushback, michigan hunters take aim at cranes, mourning doves keith matheny, detroit free press published 11. Species bag limit area season dates notes hunting seasons bobcat see pg. Most regulations are subject to change by administrative rule. Hunting is a timehonored tradition that calls enthusiasts of all ages to head for the woods and waters for the chance to track whitetail deer, elk, bear, turkey, grouse, waterfowl and other wildlife. Zone 3 southern michigan, on the other hand, will be from december 4th20th. Updates will include hunting regulation changes such as bag limits and seasons, and general hunting information that affects deer hunters. Dnr extends deer hunting season to test for deadly disease. Michigan pheasant hunting forecast pheasants forever.
See page 6 of the michigan hunting and trapping digest. Dnr pilot program extends bow hunting season in southeast michigan december 12, 2017 at 2. Waterfowl hunting regulations, dates and bag limits are in the 2017. The areas of the former saginaw and tuscola county goose management units now have the same season dates as the south zone.
The wildlife conservation order and fisheries orders contain full listings of regulations and legal descriptions, including the boundaries of management units for each species during their regular hunting or fishing seasons. Michigan opener nov 15 2017 successful hunt youtube. See season dates in the michigan bear hunting digest cottontail rabbit and snowshoe hare. Discussion about the equipment and techniques involved with self filming hunts. Apr 07, 2017 just like deer hunting, pre season scouting is key early spring is the best time to take a hike and find potential spots. Elk hunting is restricted by a lottery permit system.
Jan 05, 2018 2017 deer season in michigan s upper peninsula kicks off with a quick humorous throwback to 20. Access zones, hunt units and public hunting land maps for all species and seasons plus free gps tools. Michigan hunting zones, units, seasons and more onx. These laws and penalties are always subject to revision, and it is recommended that you read the michigan hunting and trapping digest for the current year at the start of the season. Due to the covid19 pandemic and recent executive orders issued in michigan, we are encouraging hunters to hunt close to home. Sep 14, 2018 a report from the michigan department of natural resources reported that several mid michigan counties lead the state in deer hunting. Despite pushback, michigan hunters take aim at cranes. Mar 04, 2018 2017 bear hunting season posted january 5, 2018 by legendarylion by victor skinner marquette most hunters are reporting a favorable 2017 bear hunting season with a lot of larger bears and many sows with cubs, despite warm weather that made dog hunting difficult in the early on. Youth up to age 17 with a valid turkey hunting license may receive a free patch. If you would like to contribute to this project, please let us know. If you have already purchased and have in your possession a 2020 spring turkey kill tag for an area far from home, go to michigan. The guide is a summary of indiana hunting regulations. The calendar tells us when hunting in michigan begins, but our instincts already know.
Check out a few of the most popular seasons and regulations here, and learn more with the georgia department of natural resources, wildlife resources division. The fishing guide and hunting digests offer condensed collections of rules and regulations for your convenience. Michigan hunting seasons, 20182019 hunting season hq. This extended archery deer season in macomb, oakland and wayne counties an urban deer management zone is available through the third and final year of a department of natural resources. Michigan hunting seasons, 20192020 bag game large and small during michigan s hunting seasons. Hunting season is always a special time of the year.