Michigan’s woods are beginning to stir this spring — and so is the science behind wild turkey management. This year, wildlife science in the state is getting a major boost. For the first time in Michigan history, researchers are launching a long-term, large-scale study of wild turkey populations.
There’s something about early spring tournaments in Northern Indiana as you never quite know what you’re going to get. Between the weather, water conditions, and how fast things can change this time of year, every decision feels magnified.
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By Scotty “Bud” Melvin, Guest columnist

In November 2005, I was let go from the radio station I worked at for 17 years. It was a rough spot in my almost 40-year career.
I had lots of support from friends and family as I navigated the waters of unemployment for the first time and tried to get back on the airwaves.
No one tried to help me more than Mark Zona. You may know him as “Z”; he made calls, offered suggestions, and went fishing with me.
By Louie Stout
If you want to know more - and ask questions- about northern Indiana fisheries and the DNR’s research work, you’ll get that chance April 21 or April 22.
Those are the dates that the DNR will host two interactive webinars, during which you can log onto a site and watch and listen to biologists explain their work, stocking programs and discuss which fisheries are doing best in those regions.
In addition, you can ask questions through a chat feature included with the webinar. Links are listed later in this story.
“We want the public to take part and ask about specific lakes,” says Northern Supervisor Tom Bacula. “It’s an opportunity for the public to interact with us without having to travel to a specific location.”
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