DNR News: Safe Birding Tips, Leaf Litter Options, Dam Improvements & More News Digest - Week Of Oct. 11, 2021 Photo Ambassador Snapshot: ...

Press release from Michigan DNR:

This week's stories may reflect how the Department of Natural Resources has adapted to meet customer needs and protect public health and safety. Follow our COVID-19 response page for updates on access to facilities and programs.

We'll continue to share news and information about the best ways to discover and enjoy Michigan's natural and heritage resources! Here's a look at some of this week's stories:

• Photo ambassador snapshot: Festive foliage at the falls
• Birding safely during hunting seasons
• Three easy ways to deal with fall leaves
• Parkville Dam removal improves fish habitat, public safety
• Natural Resources Commission meets Thursday in Lansing
• History highlight: Partnering to bring back a Great Lakes icon
• ICYMI: October is firewood month

See other news releases, Showcasing the DNR stories, photos and other resources at Michigan.gov/DNRPressRoom.

PHOTO FOLDER: Larger, higher-res versions of the images used below, and others, are available in this folder. Arctic grayling photo courtesy U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service National Digital Library.

This press release was produced by the Michigan DNR. The views expressed here are the author’s own.