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The Michigan Court of Claims today dismissed a lawsuit by anti-hunting groups challenging the constitutionality of the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act.
In a strongly-worded opinion by the Honorable Mark T. Boonstra, the Court ruled in favor of the State of Michigan, Department of Natural Resources and Natural Resources Commission and summarily dismissed the challenge to the law from Keep Michigan Wolves Protected, which was heavily financed and run by the Humane Society of the United States.
"The Attorney Generalís office did an excellent job of defending this law on its constitutional merits," said Drew YoungeDyke, public relations manager for Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC). "The Court recognized that the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act was about just what its title says, managing fish, wildlife and their habitats with sound science."
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The Michigan DNR has announced a schedule of public meetings in July to discuss several fishing regulation changes proposed for 2016.
These meetings will take place in each of the eight management units that oversee Michigan's fisheries. The public is invited to attend to learn about proposed regulations, ask questions and discuss local issues.
The meeting closest to Michiana is Wednesday, July 29, 7 to 8 p.m. (EST) at D&R Sports Center, 8178 W. Main St. in Kalamazoo.
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The Michigan DNR reminds hunters that fall turkey hunting applications now are available. Applications went on sale July 1 and will be available through Aug. 1. The application fee is $5. Applications and licenses may be purchased at any authorized license agent or online at www.mdnr-elicense.com.
The 2015 fall turkey season runs Sept. 15 to Nov. 14. A total of 51,850 licenses are available, including 5,150 general licenses and 46,700 private-land licenses.
Information about fall turkey hunting can be found at www.michigan.gov/turkey.
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The Michigan DNR recently confirmed another new state-record fish, this time a quillback carpsucker. This marks the fourth state-record fish caught in 2015.
The state record for quillback carpsucker was broken by a fish caught by Garrett Reid of Nashville, Mich. on Hardy Dam Pond in Newaygo County June 20. Reid was bowfishing. The fish weighed 8.52 pounds and measured 24 inches.
The previous state-record quillback carpsucker was caught by Benjamin Frey, also on Hardy Dam Pond in August, 2014. That fish weighed 8.25 pounds and measured 22.62 inches
State records are recognized by weight only. To qualify for a state record, fish must exceed the current listed state-record weight and identification must be verified by a DNR fisheries biologist.
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Michigan Trout TrailsThe Michigan DNR has launched a new tool on its website that showcases quality trout streams and lakes accessible to anglers. Trout Trails is a comprehensive map featuring fisheries biologist-verified trout waters that often are lesser known, but considered outstanding destination points.
Interested anglers should visit www.michigan.gov/trouttrails to access the Web-based Trout Trails application. Please note, Trout Trails is not a downloadable app, but it is compatible with all types of electronic devices.