Dec. 22, 2025

Waterfowl, forests and cultural resources on the agenda for DNR's January public meetings

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing Michigan residents the opportunity to share input and ideas on policy decisions, programs and other aspects of natural resource management and outdoor recreation opportunities.

One important avenue for this input is at meetings of the public bodies that advise the DNR and, in some cases, also set policies for natural and cultural resource management. Frequently check the DNR boards, commissions, committees and councils webpage for updates.

The links below will take you to the webpage for each group, where you will find meeting details such as location and agenda (when finalized). Please check these pages often, as meeting details may change and sometimes meetings are canceled.

January meetings

• Board of Foresters – Monday, Jan. 23, 2 p.m. (Contact: Matt Watkeys, 906-458-6965).
• Citizens Waterfowl Advisory Committee – Saturday, Jan. 10, 10 a.m. (Contact: Don Avers, 517-927-8059).
• Forest Management Advisory Committee – Wednesday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m. (Contact: Kim Korbecki, 517-582-3220).
• Michigan Historical Commission – Thursday, Jan. 29, 10 a.m. (Contact: Michelle Davis, 517-331-7374).
• Michigan Natural Resources Commission – Wednesday, Jan. 14, time to be determined. (Contact: [email protected]).
• Nonmotorized Advisory Workgroup – Thursday, Jan. 22, 10 a.m. (Contact: Annalisa Centofanti, 517-331-6219).
• Pigeon River Country Advisory Council – Thursday, Jan. 15, 5 p.m. (Contact: Mark Monroe, 989-983-4101).
• Western Upper Peninsula Citizens Advisory Council – Wednesday, Jan. 28, 6 p.m. EST. (Contact: Stacy Welling Haughey, 906-226-1331).