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VHS killed gizzard shad Lake St. Clair 1-3-2017 MDNR

may 5, ’17

Winter 2017 VHS Virus Fish Kills on Lake St. Clair

The MDNR today announced that test results on fish collected in the ongoing fish kill event on Lake St. Clair were confirmed to be positive for viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHSv).

Conservation, Environmental & Legislation News

Conservation | Invasive Species

Aquatic Invasive Plants

Byeditor November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

This is resource page for aquatic invasive plants (weeds) including information on identifying them, and how you can help if you choose to. In Michigan, Starry Stonewort is becoming a real issue with over 120 lakes at least infested with it.

VHS killed gizzard shad Lake St. Clair 1-3-2017 MDNR 600

Conservation | MI Department of Natural Resources | Species related

Winter 2017 VHS Virus Fish Kills on Lake St. Clair

Byeditor May 5, 2017August 5, 2023

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced that test results on fish collected in the ongoing fish kill event on Lake St. Clair were confirmed to be positive for viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHSv).

Conservation | Fisheries Management | MI Department of Natural Resources

Michigan: Conversations, Coffee with DNR Fisheries

Byeditor March 21, 2017August 5, 2023

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced public forums again will be held throughout the state this year (2017), inviting the public to discuss local and statewide fisheries management activities and concerns.

Lake St. Clair Smallmouth Bass Fishing by the Numbers
by Dan Kimmel
April 4, 2025
Now is the best time to be a bass angler on Lake St. Clair in at least the last 50 years according to a recent long-term MDNR fisheries research study.
New Smallmouth Bass Acoustic Tag Study on Lake St. Clair
by Dan Kimmel
May 7, 2024
The Michigan DNR is conducting an acoustic tagging study on Lake St. Clair Smallmouth Bass to better understand their distribution through the lake and habitat use.
Michigan: Conversations, Coffee with DNR Fisheries
by editor
March 21, 2017
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced public forums again will be held throughout the state this year (2017), inviting the public to discuss local and statewide fisheries management activities and concerns.
FWC approves new freshwater bass conservation measures
by editor
February 23, 2016
At its meeting Thursday, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved sweeping changes to streamline bass regulations and increase effectiveness.

Oppose Great Lakes Fish Farming
by editor
January 28, 2016
Proposals have been made to allow large-scale commercial fish farming in the Great Lakes. There are now legislative bills introduced for this. Now is the time for you to voice your opinion to your legislators.
Michigan Senate passes Scientific Management Initiative
by editor
August 22, 2014
The Michigan Senate passed the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act on August 13, a citizen initiative brought to the Legislature by the signatures of almost 300,000 registered Michigan voters
Public Meetings Coming on Michigan Bass Season Change in July
by editor
June 24, 2014
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) is preparing public meeting schedules and locations for comment on proposed changes to the Michigan bass season.
Public Act 145 Paves the Way for Longer Michigan Bass Season
by editor
June 23, 2014
The bass season bill Senate Bill 869 was signed by Governor Rick Snyder at 11:06 AM on Tuesday 6/3/2014. SB 869 was filed with the Michigan Secretary of State the same day and assigned Public Act 145 of 2014 with immediate effect.

Oppose Great Lakes Fish Farming
by editor
January 28, 2016
Proposals have been made to allow large-scale commercial fish farming in the Great Lakes. There are now legislative bills introduced for this. Now is the time for you to voice your opinion to your legislators.
Michigan confirms two new invasive species
by editor
September 5, 2015
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) and Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) today confirmed two new invasive species in Michigan waters.
MDNR urges caution when using fireworks
by editor
July 1, 2015
Warm weather and family gatherings can make the Fourth of July a fun time with great memories. But before you celebrate, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking residents and visitors to make sure they understand the importance of fireworks and campfire safety.
Keith Creagh named DNR director
by editor
July 14, 2012
Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the appointment of state Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Keith Creagh as director of the state Department of Natural Resources