Boyle Lake SWA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. Wildlife refuges are also excellent sites for wildlife viewing. Size: 4,583 acres approx. Fires are allowed only in fireplaces, grills or fire rings, where provided by Game and Parks (propane/gas stoves and charcoal grills allowed). Crane Pond State Game Area in Cass County: State wildlife/game areas (list) - Michigan Size: 1,099 acres approx. The Fox Island Group in Leelanau County (southern portion of area): Size: 13,354 acres approx. Industrial forest land: Potlatch, Blandin, Boise-Cascade, and several other large forest products companies own and manage lands that are open to public hunting. Local Office: Gladwin DNR Wildlife Office, Also: the Gladwin State Forest Officeprovides some information about the Gladwin Field Trial Area. Size: 4,750 acres approx. is subject to current federal and state regulations. Consult those regulations before hunting. All hunters must possess a valid state hunting license. All hunters 16 years or older must possess a Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp while hunting migratory waterfowl. All hunters must comply with current Federal Migratory Bird Regulations. Open year round to public hunting and fishing access. . This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 1732 West Highway M-32, Gaylord, MI 49735; phone 989-732-3541. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Size: 413 acres approx. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. CHAP is a cooperative effort between private landowners and the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks to provide limited public hunting opportunities on private land. Blind Sucker River Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Luce County: 5100 South M-123 near M-28 (or Route 4, Box 796), Newberry, MI 49868; This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 8562 East Stoll Road, East Lansing, MI 48823; phone 517-641-4092. 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. Size: 280 acres approx. This program helps young archery hunters hone their skills under the guidance an experienced, veteran hunter on select lands. Most WMAs are ideal for nature study, hiking, and primitive camping. Tomahawk Creek Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Presque Isle County: Where turkey and deer hunting are permitted, use of slugs and shot containing lead to hunt these species is permitted, unless prohibited by refuge-specific regulations and/or state law. Barry SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Spring Creek State Game Area in St. Joseph County: of the Gladwin area State Forest in Gladwin County: Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Activities of the Waterfowl Program include population assessments, developing management plans, cooperating with researchers, developing hunting recommendations to the Fish and Game Commission, and managing the State Duck Stamp Account. How Are Populations Assessed? How Are Waterfowl Regulations Set? Also, hunters can't hunt any posted private land unless they have written permission, and they can't hunt land if they've been told to leave. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Edgar Waterfowl Production Area , cooperating Federal Land in Barry County: Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, 180 South Harrison Road, Houghton Lake, MI 48629; phone 989-422-6572 or 989-422-5192. Goose Lake State Game Area meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Unit Map [PDF] Local Office: Newberry DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, * A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for parking at this area. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Gourdneck State Game Area in Kalamazoo County: 5100 South M-123 near M-28 (or Route 4, Box 796), Newberry, MI 49868; Volunteer Opportunities; Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Crane Pond SGA is grouped into the "Jones Area" and meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. There is no driving on these areas. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. <>/Border[0 0 0]/C[0.0 0.0 1.0]/H/N/M(D:20230427235532Z)/P 4 0 R/Rect[491.924 722.364 566.861 734.091]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> This is best accomplished by demonstrating respect to the wildlife, the land and water that we recreate on, and of course, to the landowner. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 8015 Mackinaw Trail, Cadillac, MI 49601; phone 231-775-9727. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. Grass Lake Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Benzie County: WebSchlee Waterfowl Production Area , cooperating Federal Land in Jackson County: Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI However, office not staffed every day, so contact: Holly DNR Wildlife Office, 801 North Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, MI 48624; phone 989-426-9205. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. French Farm Lake Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Emmet County: Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Hunting on a national wildlife refuge national wildlife refuge A national wildlife refuge is typically a contiguous area of land and water managed by theU.S. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Bear Creek Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Roscommon County: Size: 1,460 acres approx. This WPA is cooperatively managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife Division and USFWS. Little Fox River Flooding / Stanley Lake Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Schoolcraft County: This Designated Field Trial Area has specific rules and regulations about dog training and public land use, and which you must be aware and follow; for more information see the Wildlife Conservation Order (Chapter 8 Section 8.15 and Chapter 15), the DNR Laws and Legislations section, the section on dog training and Field Trial Areas. Size: 400 acres approx. Size: 50,656 acres approx. For more information visit their website. Little Widewaters Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Lake County: This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. 180 South Harrison Road, Houghton Lake, MI 48629; phone 989-422-6572 or 989-422-5192. Boyle Lake State Wildlife Area in Berrien County: Size: 1,650 acres approx. Division provides details about the entire Bass River SRA, a map and more. Unadilla State Wildlife Area in Livingston and Washtenaw Counties: Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Charlotte State Game Area in Eaton County: Local Office: Gaylord DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, Target shooting is allowed on most areas, unless otherwise prohibited. This WPA is cooperatively managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife Division and USFWS. Lost Nation SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan Size: 2,933 acres approx. (d) Each person shall comply with the applicable provisions of the laws and regulations of the State wherein any area is located unless further restricted by Federal law or regulation. Sharonville State Game Area meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Cannonsburg SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Minnesota hunters are fortunate that the search is not nearly as difficult as it is in many states, where public land is rare. Gratiot-Saginaw State Game Area in Gratiot and Saginaw Counties: 8717 North Roscommon Road (at I-75 and M-18 South), Roscommon, MI 48653; phone 989-275-5151. 8562 East Stoll Road, East Lansing, MI 48823; phone 517-641-4092. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. Portions of many NWRs are open to limited hunting or fishing. Size: 80 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Murphy Lake State Game Area in Tuscola County: 46 0 obj Some properties owned/managed by other partners (The Nature Conservancy, The Crane Trust, National Audubon Society, Nebraska Public Power District, City of Alliance, and others) are enrolled in the OFW program, many of which are displayed as OFW Special Regulation sites or are available through other reservation-based access programs. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 801 North Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, MI 48624; phone 989-426-9205. The SD office of School and Public Lands manages over 750,000 acres of land. Molasses River Flooding No.1 Wildlife Management Area in Gladwin County: Visit the grants home page by clicking on the button above, or view a specific area of interest below: Learn about Michigan's diverse range of fish, plants, trees, reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals. The DNR Parks and Rec. Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, 32.2 What are the requirements for hunting on areas of the National Wildlife Refuge System. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Size: 156 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Vassar State Game Area meets the criteria to have a Master Plan Grass Lake State Game Area in Jackson County: Special regulations apply on some areas, like Clear Creek WMA, Sacramento-Wilcox WMA and others. <>/Border[0 0 0]/C[0.0 0.0 1.0]/H/N/M(D:20230427235532Z)/P 4 0 R/Rect[307.925 410.105 338.417 420.743]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> Local Office: Muskegon DNR Wildlife Office, 8717 North Roscommon Road (at I-75 and M-18 South), Roscommon, MI 48653; phone 989-275-5151. Additional Maps: Barry SGA Main Unit (15884 acres approx.) Dollarville Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Luce County: Important note: This area includes a Designated Field Trial Area which has specific rules and regulations about dog training and public land use, and which you must be aware and follow; for more information see the Wildlife Conservation Order (Chapter 8 Section 8.15 and Chapter 15), the DNR Laws and Legislations section, the section on dog training and Field Trial Areas. Publicly accessible lands are displayed in the Public Access Atlas. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Contact for the entire Waterloo SRA, outside the wildlife unit or beyond wildlife-related issues, Size: 14,412 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Flat River DNR Wildlife Office, Public hunting is one of the benefits these areas provide. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Devil's Lake/River Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Alpena County: Stanton State Game Area in Montcalm County: Local Office: Fish Point DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 208 acres approx. Local Office: Muskegon DNR Wildlife Office, Box 158), Jones, MI 49061; phone 269-244-5928. Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, Fraser Township No.2 State Game Area in Bay County: Size: 4,218 acres approx. It is intended to keep deer hunting in shotguns-only zones as a traditional sport that works well for rifles. Fabius State Game Area in St. Joseph County: They may be obtained at all Forest Service District offices, by request at U.S. Forest Service, 125 N. Main St., Chadron, NE 69337, 308-432-0300, or by visiting their website. which loosely connects this area to the Gratiot-Saginaw State Game Area. Size: 77 acres approx. Local Office: Houghton Lake DNR Wildlife Office, This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. (Note: in the past, this area has also been called the Gladwin Game Unit or Gladwin Game Refuge) Local Office: Gladwin DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Bay City DNR Parks/Recreation Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 32.1 Opening of wildlife refuge areas to hunting. acres approx. 621 North 10th Street, Plainwell, MI 49080; phone 269-685-6851. Hunting Areas | South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Local Office: Nayanquing Point DNR Wildlife Office, Minden City State Game Area in Sanilac County: National forests: The Chippewa and Superior national forests in northern Minnesota are open to public hunting. 8562 East Stoll Road, East Lansing, MI 48823; phone 517-641-4092. All rights reserved, the state of North Dakota. Langston SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Local Office: Flat River DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 354 acres approx. Local Office: Barry DNR Wildlife Office, Eastern UP District (Sault Ste. Important note: The Gladwin Field Trial Area has a long history and is an important special use area for hunters with trained dogs and dog training. Once a reservation is made, hunters need to print off their permission slip. Local Office: Escanaba DNR Wildlife Office, Permission is always required to hunt private land that is posted. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Grand River State Game Area in Ionia County: Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, With more than 560 refuges spanning the country, this system protects iconic species and provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on Earth. Size: 2,166 acres approx. Nebraska offers access to abundant hunting opportunities. 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. Size: 870 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. The atlas is printed annually and available in early August. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Cusino State Wildlife Research Area in Alger County: DNR educators provide classroom lessons, field trip opportunities, professional development and experiential programs to teachers around the state. 500 West Highway US-2, Norway, MI 49870; phone 906-563-9247 or 906-563-9077. Local Office: Atlanta DNR Wildlife Office, Backus Creek SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. small natural wetlands and grasslands within the National Wildlife Refuge System that provide breeding, resting and nesting habitat for millions of waterfowl, shorebirds, grassland birds Petersburg State Game Area in Monroe County: 3116 Vernor Road, Lapeer, MI 48446; phone 810-664-8355. Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, * A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for parking at this area. Fuller Woods SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. phone 906-293-5131 or 906-293-5024. 4017 East Caro Road, Cass City, MI 48726; phone 989-872-5300. The Corps of Engineers manages more than 500,000 acres, much of which is under the water of the state's major reservoirs like Lake Sakakawea and Lake Oahe, and a number of smaller lakes. To view current CHAP areas,see the map below. Gladwin FTA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. State land in this unit (more details on maps). Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Denmark Township State Game Area in Tuscola County: This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. Size: 16,692 acres approx. Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 46 acres approx. Size: 110 acres approx. Portage Marsh Wildlife Management Area in Delta County: This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. Size: 6,770 acres approx. Fabius SGA is grouped into the "Jones Area" and meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 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. Size: 3,638 acres approx. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. They are open to walk-in public hunting, trapping, and WebThe following provisions shall apply to each person while engaged in public hunting on areas of the National Wildlife Refuge System: (a) Each person shall secure and possess the The acquisition of wetland Because the handgun is a rifle under state law, it is classified as one. Additional Maps: Cannonsburg SGA Cross-Country Ski Trails Unit Map [PDF] <>/Border[0 0 0]/C[0.0 0.0 1.0]/H/N/M(D:20230427235532Z)/P 4 0 R/Rect[222.0 400.106 310.344 410.743]/Subtype/Link/Type/Annot>> Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, Size: 50 acres approx. visitor center phone 231-326-5134 ext.328. Waterfowl Production Areas | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service All hunters must comply with current Federal Migratory Bird Regulations. (j) The use or possession of alcoholic beverages while hunting is prohibited. Note: The Manitou Island Group includes North Manitou Island and South Manitou Island. Check the current hunting and fishing regulations and proclamations for details. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 60887 Highway M-40, (P.O. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Molasses River Flooding No.3 Wildlife Management Area in Gladwin County: CREP participants receive higher rental rates than if they were to just enroll their land in CRP. Note:Beaver Islands SWRA includes the Beaver Island group and the Fox Island group. The opening of a wildlife refuge area to hunting will be dependent upon the provisions of law applicable to the area and upon a determination by the Secretary that the opening of the area to the hunting of migratory game birds, upland game, or big game will be compatible with the principles of sound wildlife management and will otherwise be in the public interest. 42 0 obj Pere Marquette State Game Area in Mason County: Provided: Area Map [PDF]. State wildlife management areas are located throughout the state. County land: Many northern counties manage state tax-forfeited lands. This WPA is cooperatively managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife Division and USFWS. The opening or closing of wildlife refuge areas to hunting shall be in accordance with the rulemaking requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C. Check with your local county land department to see if it has a map of county lands open to hunting. Edmore State Game Area in Isabella and Montcalm Counties: 801 North Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, MI 48624; phone 989-426-9205. Note: Due to its large size and special accessibility requirements (boats or planes), BLM manages over 274,000 surface acres, please check with the local BLM office to be aware of any specific rules or restrictions that may apply to these lands. Private property: All this public land notwithstanding, most of Minnesota is private property. USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE WINTER FUN HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below: Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. 7600 East Messinger Road, Twin Lake, MI 49457; phone 231-788-5055. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Fulton SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. 22250 Northland Drive, Paris, MI 49338; phone 231-465-4188. Local Office: Flat River DNR Wildlife Office, Restrictions are noted in the back section of the DNR Hunting Regulations Handbook. Local Office: Pointe Mouillee DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 37205 Mouillee Road, Route 2, Rockwood, MI 48173; phone 734-379-9692. The state forest service owns land, primarily small parcels, in the Turtle Mountains and Pembina Hills. Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Local Office: Roscommon DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. All hunters must possess a valid state hunting license. For answers to specific questions, please contact your local Game and Parks Commission office. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Parks-and-Recreation Divisions. Local Office: Holly DNR Wildlife Office, endobj Local Office: Rose Lake DNR Wildlife Office Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Privately owned lands, operated as working farms and ranches, leased for public hunting access by the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks primarily for big game hunting. 6640 Long Lake Road, Route 2, Belding, MI 48809; phone 616-794-2658. A good share of this land is open to public access, while vehicle use on some roads is restricted. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 5100 South M-123 near M-28 (or Route 4, Box 796), Newberry, MI 49868; Holly DNR Parks/Recreation Office, This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Shiawassee River State Game Area meets the criteria to have a Master Plan Hunting and fishing, and gaining permission to access private land are privileges. Verona State Game Area in Huron County: Maps: Fox Island group Unit Map [PDF]; South Fox Island Map [PDF]; North Fox Island Map [PDF]. a US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Information Page and Map; and a WPA Fact Sheet. WMDs are subject to the same rules and Munuscong Wildlife Management Area in Chippewa County: Size: 800 acres approx. Size: 3,184 acres approx. 801 North Silverleaf Street, Gladwin, MI 48624; phone 989-426-9205. WebMost California fishing and hunting regulations are contained in the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 14 (Natural Resources). Cannon Creek Flooding No.1 Wildlife Management Area in Missaukee County: 1732 West Highway M-32, Gaylord, MI 49735; phone 989-732-3541. a US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Information Page and Map; and a WPA Fact Sheet. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 8562 East Stoll Road, East Lansing, MI 48823; phone 517-641-4092. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Note: northeast from this area there is the Maple-River/ Gratiot-Saginaw Connector State Game Area, Houghton Lake Flats South Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Roscommon County: This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. The atlas contains maps and information on South Dakota's Walk-In Areas, Game Production Areas (GPAs), Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs), School and PublicLands, National Forests and Grasslands,Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands and other lands open to public hunting. Local Office: Crane Pond DNR Wildlife Office, 8100 Grange Hall Road, Holly, MI 48442; phone 248-634-8811. phone 906-293-5131 or 906-293-5024. Dead Stream Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Roscommon and Missaukee Counties: The United States Forest Service manages over 2 million acres in the Black Hills and Custer National Forests and three national grassland units; Buffalo Gap, Fort Pierre and Grand River. (i) The use of nails, wire, screws or bolts to attach a stand to a tree, or hunting from a tree into which a metal object has been driven to support a hunter is prohibited on wildlife refuge areas. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Size: 1,106 acres approx. For individual maps, click on a watershed management district office (WMD) and then click the "maps" link on the right side of the page. Where we allow turkey and deer hunting, you may use slugs and shot containing lead to hunt these species unless prohibited by refuge-specific regulations and/or State law. Accessible places: Access is available in some areas. Managed by the U.S. 13578 Seymour Road, Route 3, Grass Lake, MI 49240; phone 517-522-4097. Box 158), Jones, MI 49061; phone 269-244-5928. Marine Protected Areas (opens in new tab) Hunting Regulations. Size: 204 acres approx. U.S. Department of the Interior National Parks office at 6640 Long Lake Road, Route 2, Belding, MI 48809; phone 616-794-2658. Motorized vehicles are restricted to roadways, parking areas or trails designated for such use. Tamarack Lake SGA meets the criteria to have a Master Plan. Local Office: Waterloo DNR Wildlife Office, 1805 South Yankee Springs Road, Middleville, MI 49333; phone 269-795-3280. This area is co-managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife and Forestry Divisions. 1805 South Yankee Springs Road, Middleville, MI 49333; phone 269-795-3280. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Contact the North Dakota Game and Fish Department or the manager of the land on which you wish to hunt if you have questions. Size: 2,373 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. 60887 Highway M-40, (P.O. Size: 60 acres approx. Money from the sale of hunting licenses is used to pay the leases. Local Office: Cass City DNR Wildlife Office, Local Office: Cadillac DNR Customer Service Center - Wildlife Office, This WPA is cooperatively managed for wildlife by the DNR Wildlife Division and USFWS. 9922 Front Street, Empire, MI 49630; headquarters phone 231-326-5134; Size: 3,920 acres approx. Provided: Area Map [PDF]. Contact for the entire Bay City SRA, outside the wildlife unit or beyond wildlife-related issues, Size: 960 acres approx. This area has been dedicated for wildlife conservation and management by the DNR Wildlife Division. Restore Clarity And Brightness: Get Your Steiner Binoculars Recoated! acres approx. Lake LaVasseur Flooding Wildlife Management Area in Marquette County: Except in the case of legally killing a wild animal or obtaining a wildlife permit from a wildlife manager, a person may not possess an uncased or loaded firearm or a strung bow. Size: 1,494 (just the wildlife unit) . phone 906-293-5131 or 906-293-5024. Hunting is restricted in certain areas to help meet management objectives. School lands are available to the public for hunting and fishing. The Corps also leases many thousands of acres to the North Dakota Game and Fish Department for use as wildlife management areas. Size: 2,777 acres approx.
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