Forestry Grants

Forestry Grants is sponsored by Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Offers grants for urban and community forestry, private forest stewardship, and volunteer fire departments.

Department of Natural Resources * Managing your resources Go to Accessible recreation * Cheboygan River Lock schedule Go to Camping and lodging * Camping and lodging rates and operating dates Get all your fishing information here, including rules and regulations, license info, the weekly fishing report and much more.

Use the link above to visit the fishing home page, or go directly to your area of interest below: * Master angler and state record * Fishing Tournament Information System * Report observations and marked or tagged fish Get all your hunting information here, including hunting season dates, rules and regulations, and much more.

Use the button above to visit the hunting home page, or go directly to your area of interest below: * Hunter safety certificate * Hunting season calendar * Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app Information on DNR shooting and archery ranges, rules and regulations, resources to get started and more. Use the button above to visit the target shooing and archery home page, or go directly to one of the pages below: * Algonac (St.

Clair County) * Bald Mountain (Oakland County) * Dansville (Ingham County) * Echo Point (Allegan County) * Island Lake (Livingston County) * Lost Nation (Hillsdale County) * Skoglund-Erickson (Marquette County) * Ortonville (Lapeer County) * Pontiac Lake (Oakland County) * Porcupine Mountains (Ontonagon County) * Rose Lake (Clinton County) * Sharonville (Jackson County) * Supply Road (Grand Traverse County) * Voyer Lake (Montmorency County) Find snowmobile trail permit info, maps, rules and regulations and more.

USE THE BUTTON ABOVE TO VISIT THE SNOWMOBILE HOMEPAGE or go directly to you area of interest below: Go to Morel mushroom hunting Want to find tasty morel mushrooms in the forest? Click the box above for tips and tricks to fill your basket. Find cross-country ski, ice fishing , snowmobiling info and much more.

* Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park * Customer service centers * Michigan History Center * Outdoor Adventure Center * Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center Go to Customer service centers Go to Michigan History Center Go to Outdoor Adventure Center Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center Go to Ralph A.

MacMullan Conference Center Find facility info, overnight info, an event calendar and much more. Find a great trail experience near you - whether you want to hike, bike, snowmobile or ride an ORV. From long, paved linear trails to rugged forest terrain, Michigan offers trail opportunities for all abilities and interests.

Visitor Centers across the state provide education programs, field trips, archery, fishing, trails and much more. Click the box above to see all our locations, or click the individual location below. * Carl T.

Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center * Michigan DNR Pocket Park * Hartwick Pines Visitor Center * Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center * Ludington State Park education programs * Oden Hatchery Visitor Center * Porcupine Mountains Visitor Center * Saginaw Bay Visitor Center * Tahquamenon Falls education programs * Wolf Lake Hatchery Visitor Center * Search for permits and more Go to Search for permits and more Go to Recreation Passport We administer grants that enable our local partners to promote the lifestyles we all enjoy by providing recreational opportunities, enhancing wildlife habitat and ensuring public safety.

Visit the grants home page by clicking on the button above, or view a specific area of interest below: * Law enforcement and safety Go to Education and safety * Recreational safety and hunter education * Learn about Michigan's species Recreational safety and hunter education Go to Recreational safety and hunter education Recreational Safety and Hunter Education Learn about Michigan's species Go to Learn about Michigan's species Learn about Michigan's diverse range of fish, plants, trees, reptiles, amphibians, insects and mammals.

Click the box above to see all species, or click the species group below. * Reptiles and amphibians DNR educators across the state provide fun, educational activities, programs and workshops year-round for adults, families and kids. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.

* Nature programs in state parks * Natural and historical education resources for home * Archery classes and clinics * Becoming an Outdoors Woman Go to Programs for educators DNR educators provide classroom lessons, field trip opportunities, professional development and experiential programs to teachers around the state. Click the box above to see all our offerings, or click the program below.

* Academy of Natural Resources * Salmon in the Classroom * Wildlife classroom curricula * National Archery in the Schools Program Go to Managing your resources * Landowner/homeowner resources * State parks, trails and waterways * Rules, laws and enforcement * Creel Clerks & Angler Surveys * Cultural & Scientific Collectors Permit (Fisheries) DNR forest resources professionals maintain healthy forests, manage wildfire, maintain responsible harvesting certifications and improve wildlife habitat.

Click the box above to learn more about Michigan's state forests.

* Resources for private forest land owners * Forest Products Industry * Commercial Timber Sales * Urban and Community Forestry Landowner/homeowner resources Go to Landowner/homeowner resources State parks, trails and waterways Go to State parks, trails and waterways * BIP strategic development plan * Permission to Use Public Land * Payment in Lieu of Taxes * Underground Natural Gas Storage Doing business with the DNR Rules, laws and enforcement Go to Rules, laws and enforcement * Regulation summaries and handbooks * County and Municipal Law Enforcement Information * Land Auctions and Sales * Recent Land Acquisitions and Exchanges * Michigan Grassland Coalition * Mission, vision and values * Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry Mission, vision and values Go to Mission, vision and values Accessible recreation opportunities in Michigan * Color Blind Scenic Viewers * Trails and Scenic Sites Go to Boards and committees All DNR-related boards, committees, and advisory groups * Accessibility Advisory Council * Belle Isle Park Advisory Committee * Fisheries Division Citizens Advisory Committees * Forest Management Advisory Committee * Natural Resources Commission * Natural Resources Trust Fund Board * Northern Lake Michigan Islands Collaborative * Michigan History Center Commissions & Committees * Pigeon River Country Advisory Council * Pigeon River Country Equestrian Committee * State Parks Advisory Committee * Timber and Forest Products Advisory Council * Trails Advisory Council * Upper Peninsula Citizens' Advisory Councils * Upper Peninsula Habitat Workgroup * Urban and Community Forestry Council * Michigan Wildlife Council * Wolf Management Advisory Council Find seasonal, part-time and full-time job openings with the DNR information on how to contact us * Customer Service Centers information about volunteer and donation opportunities News releases, closures, photos and more * Ice Storm 2025 Information * Conservation officer bi-weekly reports Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry Go to Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry Go to Policies and Reports * Managing your resources BackAccessible recreation * Cheboygan River Lock schedule * Camping and lodging rates and operating dates * Master angler and state record * Fishing Tournament Information System * Report observations and marked or tagged fish * Hunter safety certificate * Hunting season calendar * Michigan DNR Hunt Fish app * Algonac (St.

Clair County) * Bald Mountain (Oakland County) * Dansville (Ingham County) * Echo Point (Allegan County) * Island Lake (Livingston County) * Lost Nation (Hillsdale County) * Skoglund-Erickson (Marquette County) * Ortonville (Lapeer County) * Pontiac Lake (Oakland County) * Porcupine Mountains (Ontonagon County) * Rose Lake (Clinton County) * Sharonville (Jackson County) * Supply Road (Grand Traverse County) * Voyer Lake (Montmorency County) BackMorel mushroom hunting * Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park * Customer service centers * Michigan History Center * Outdoor Adventure Center * Ralph A.

MacMullan Conference Center BackCustomer service centers BackMichigan History Center BackOutdoor Adventure Center BackRalph A. MacMullan Conference Center * Carl T.

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Please update to a modern browser such as Chrome, Firefox or Edge to experience all features Michigan. gov has to offer. # Apply by May 18 for DNR's Urban and Community Forestry grants 1.

[](https://www. michigan. gov/dnr "DNR") About $500,000 in funding is now available from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to support community tree management and planting projects.

Grant awards range from $10,000 to $75,000. Applications are due May 18. Funding for this grant program is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service in partnership with the DNR’s Urban and Community Forestry Program.

“Trees provide essential benefits, from improving air and water quality to cooling neighborhoods and enhancing quality of life,” said Kerry Gray, DNR Urban and Community Forestry grant specialist. “This grant program is an important investment in ensuring these benefits are available to all Michigan residents. By increasing tree canopy across communities, these projects will support a healthier future for our state.

” Eligible applicants include local units of government (city, village, township or county), tribal governments, state agencies, educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. Eligible activities include tree inventories and management plans, tree planting and maintenance, engagement and outreach, training, wood utilization and more. No match is required.

Projects should align with the program’s goals of expanding tree canopy, especially in low-canopy areas, strengthening urban and community forest management and encouraging community participation. Applications are available throughDNR MiGrantsand must be submitted by 5 p. m.

Monday, May 18. For more information on Urban and Community Forestry grants, and access to theUCF Assistance Grant Handbook, which provides important information on how to apply, visitMichigan. gov/UCF.

Department of Natural ResourcesDepartment of Natural ResourcesMI NewswireForestryGrantsPress Release Contact:Kerry Gray, 734-691-1806 orKevin Sayers, 517-582-3209 ### DNR to improve Houghton Lake Flats South Unit this summer This summer, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will rehabilitate the South Unit at Houghton Lakes Flats, a popular spot for wildlife viewing and fishing just off U.S. 127 in Roscommon County.

### DNR reopens the Cheboygan Lock Boaters in northern Michigan, get ready: The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced Friday that the Cheboygan Lock has officially reopened. ### DNR News Digest - Fourth of July Edition: Tick tips, beach basics, shooting sports & more America's 250th birthday is right around the corner!

If your plans include outdoor time up north, at home or somewhere in between, here are a few ideas from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to keep your celebrations safe, sound and relaxation-ready.

### DNR needs volunteers to mentor youth in outdoor recreation activities at UP State Fair If you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity to help young people experience outdoor recreation – helping instill in them a sense of Michigan’s rich natural resources heritage and traditions – then the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is looking for you.

### DNR checks in on inland fisheries with lake and stream surveys If you were out on the water last year, you might have noticed something interesting: crews with nets and measuring boards, catching and documenting fish. In 2025, Michigan Department of Natural Resources fisheries management units completed more than 350 fisheries surveys across the state. Staff completed 225 surveys of inland lakes and 127 surveys of streams.

### DNR to reduce public walk-in hours at Sault Ste. Marie Customer Service Center starting July 1 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced it will reduce in-person customer service operations at its Sault Ste. Marie Customer Service Center.

Beginning Wednesday, July 1, the office will move from offering public walk-in hours five days a week (Monday through Friday, 8 a. m. to 5 p.

m.) to three days a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8 a. m.

to 5 p. m.) ### Porkies Music Fest readies 20th production The Porcupine Mountains Music Festival, presented by the Friends of the Porkies will celebrate its 20th production August 28-29, 2026, at the Winter Sports Complex (ski hill) of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.

### Showcasing the DNR: How students from a one-room schoolhouse turned fishing lures into reel-world learning ### Bat roost monitoring effort returns for second summer From tree cavities and trunks to bridges and barns, bats are settling into a variety of summer roosts across Michigan.

Just as they did last year, residents can help scientists better understand where these important mammals are living, by sharing information about the bat activity they see around their homes and communities. ### DNR pursues removal of aging Big Creek Dam The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is pursuing removal of Big Creek Dam (Crawford County), a 62-year-old dam with significant structural issues.

To that end, the DNR recently awarded a $75,000 grant to Michigan Trout Unlimited for a study of engineering, design and construction costs that will inform the removal process for the dam * [](https://www. facebook. com/michigandnr) * [](https://twitter.

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