Calling all outdoor recreationists – we want to hear from you at Sept. 27 virtual session.



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Help shape the future of Michigan's managed waterfowl hunt areas

Calling all outdoor recreationists – we want to hear from you! Join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Friday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a virtual public input session to learn about planning efforts for the DNR's managed waterfowl hunt areas.

*This event is free to the public, but registration [ [link removed] ] is required. *

Michigan's managed waterfowl hunt areas, created to offer exceptional waterfowl hunting opportunities, are managed to provide quality waterfowl habitat for nesting and migration and for the benefit of other wetland wildlife. All these areas double as Audubon Important Bird Areas, known for supporting large congregations of migratory waterfowl and vulnerable breeding marsh birds.

To clarify habitat and recreation management priorities for these Wetland Wonders [ [link removed] ], the DNR formed a planning workgroup to establish goals and objectives for the next 10 years for the six areas within the Managed Waterfowl Hunt Program:


* Fennville Farm Unit at Allegan State Game Area (Allegan County).
* Fish Point State Wildlife Area (Tuscola County).
* Harsens Island at St. Clair Flats State Wildlife Area (St. Clair County).
* Nayanquing Point State Wildlife Area (Bay County).
* Pointe Mouillee State Game Area (Monroe and Wayne counties).
* Shiawassee River State Game Area (Saginaw County).

Four priorities have emerged from this planning process:


* Enhance ecosystem function.
* Increase waterfowl abundance and diversity.
* Improve user satisfaction with waterfowl hunting experience.
* Improve user satisfaction with other recreation opportunities.

*More on managed waterfowl hunt area planning* [ [link removed] ]

*We want your input!*

At the Sept. 27 virtual public input session, DNR workgroup members and local area staff will give an overview of the 10-year managed waterfowl hunt area plan and present proposed management strategies that address identified priorities for each area. After that presentation, there will be time to hear from users of these treasured outdoor spaces, answer questions and gather input.

"The DNR wants to hear from the people who spend time in and value these areas," said Barb Avers, DNR waterfowl and wetlands specialist. "Anyone who currently uses or has interest in using any of these areas for hunting (waterfowl, deer, small game, etc.), trapping or other recreation such as birding, kayaking or hiking is welcome and strongly encouraged to attend. This is a great opportunity to add your voice to the conversation."

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*Questions?*

For more information, contact Barb Avers <[email protected]> at 517-930-1163.


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