Think spring: Michigan fishing licenses for 2021-2022 season available for purchase Everything Kalamazoo 590 AM 106 9 FM
Round Whitefish limit raised by 10 additional fish daily from Lake Superior. Fishingbooker.com needs to review the security of your connection before proceeding. When you purchase your license online, you can choose to automatically renew it for the following year. The sturgeon permit and harvest tag are no longer required; however, you must register your sturgeon harvest within 24 hours. DNR forest resources professionals maintain healthy forests, manage wildfire, maintain responsible harvesting certifications and improve wildlife habitat. LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — Anglers across Michigan are preparing for spring fishing as a big warm-up coming in many parts of the state will melt away any good ice fishing spots that remain.
Proof of military status may include military ID, leave papers, duty papers, military orders or other evidence verifying the applicant is a member of the military and has been called to federal active duty. An annual base license is required for every resident or nonresident who hunts in Michigan, unless otherwise noted. The base license allows hunters to hunt small game and to purchase additional hunting licenses. There are a couple of exceptions to the fishing license requirements.
Those under 17 may fish without a license but must observe all fishing rules and regulations. Michigan residents who are currently in full-time federal active-duty status may obtain hunting and fishing licenses, for which a lottery is not required, free of charge. Nonresidents who are in federal active-duty status and currently stationed in Michigan are eligible to receive resident pricing on hunting and fishing licenses. But the Michigan DNR reminds everyone that it’s also a good time to purchase your 2021 fishing license as they are now available to purchase for the season kicking off April 1st. Michigan’s annual fishing license is valid from March 1 to March 31, 2022.
Michigan law requires people 17 or older to purchase a fishing license before fishing in public waters. Those under 17 may fish without a license but must observe all fishing rules and regulations and any adult actively assisting a youth angler must have a fishing license. You must purchase a fishing license if you are 17 years of age or older to fish. If you are under 17, you may fish without a license, but you are required to observe all fishing rules and regulations. Any adult actively assisting a minor who does not have a license must have a fishing license. Please note, a license is required when targeting fish, amphibians, crustaceans and reptiles.
With your 2022 Michigan fishing license, you are welcome to use it while following regulations set by the DNR. A license does not grant you “free-for-all” access to Michigan’s fish and lakes. The easiest way to get your Michigan fishing license is online on the Michigan Department of Natural Resources website. From here, you can purchase a license and also complete other activities like reprinting a lost license. Visitor Centers across the state provide education programs, field trips, archery, fishing, trails and much more.
Walleye size minimum limit has been increased from 13 inches to 15 inches in Lake St. Clair and the St. Clair river to match statewide regulations. Additional resources and information can be found directly on the Michigan Department of Natural Resources site. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. LANSING, MI – Another sign of spring, fishing (the non-ice version) is on the way.
Dion Liriano is a 51-year-old American zookeeper who has retired from the business. He was once a highly successful director of the Zoo and Aquarium, but he has since hung up his gloves and moved on to other ventures. Dion's passion for animals began at a young age, when he would help his father care for their family pets. This love grew exponentially when he started working at the zoo; Dion quickly became one of the most experienced keepers in the business. He credits his success to the relationships he built with both staff and animals over the years.