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MDNR Report
Michigan Busy Stocking Fish This YearThe Michigan DNR announced the totals from its spring and summer fish stocking efforts. The DNR stocked a total of 25,470,199 fish that weighed more than 320 tons and consisted of 11 different species and one hybrid.
To complete this task, it took more than 380 stocking trips to nearly 760 stocking sites, more than 103,000 miles traveled over the course of 3,052 hours using 19 specialized stocking trucks.
"We had excellent spring and summer stocking seasons that will bring significant benefits and fishing opportunities to Michigan anglers," said Ed Eisch, DNR fish production manager. "With the hard work and dedication of our staff, fish were reared and delivered to stocking sites in excellent condition. The numbers produced and stocked were right on target for most areas."
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By JOHN PEPIN
Michigan DNR
Understanding the Importance of Streamside and Lakeshore Habitat
The thousands of rivers, lakes and streams in Michigan are beautiful, special places, not only to a wide range of people, including anglers, boaters and campers, but numerous plant and animal species.
Those areas between the water and the uplands are called riparian areas or riparian zones. A riparian management zone is an area designated and consciously managed to protect functions and values of riparian areas.
Within a watershed - the area drained by a river or stream system - the lands next to streams and rivers are particularly important to the health of those waterways.
Because of the unique conditions adjacent to lakes, streams and open-water wetlands, riparian areas harbor a high diversity of plants and wildlife, Michigan DNR fisheries biologists said in a report on Riparian Zone Management and Trout Streams: 21st Century and Beyond. Life is simply richer along rivers and streams.
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For those who don't have a fishing boat, may not have the correct fishing gear, don't know how to fish, are new to an area, or are just looking for a day of fun, the Michigan DNR suggests considering a charter fishing trip. Charter fishing businesses are located throughout the state and offer a great way to experience Michigan's world-class fisheries.
Licensed fishing charters make a full or half-day of fishing easy and enjoyable, as they provide the boat and all the equipment, plus the knowledge needed for a day on the water. Fishing charters are for anyone, children or adult, from the first-time angler to those who are experienced. Charter businesses in Michigan help anglers of all experience levels enjoy memorable experiences - whether its reeling in a fish for the first time or trying ones hand at catching a new species.
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Anyone who receives compensation for processing wild game must now be registered with the Michigan DNR.
The new requirement was brought forward as part of a larger set of deer management regulations related to hunting licenses, chronic wasting disease response measures, urban conflict and other issues. The commercial game processor registration requirement is effective immediately.
This free permit is to determine how many game processors are in the state of Michigan and where they are located, said Casey Reitz, DNR wildlife permit specialist.
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Lake Michigan along Michigan’s coast offers a variety of fishing opportunities.
However, not every location around the lake provides good fishing for all species at all times of the year.
Listed below is a map and chart that shows all of the Michigan ports and the time of year when you find the best time to fish for various species of fish near each port.
Roadmap to Fishing Lake Michigan