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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:
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.
 Want to see more pictures like this, taken by Michigan state parks photo ambassador Paula Liimatta at Fayette Historic State Park in Delta County? Visit Instagram.com/MiStateParks to explore photos and learn more about the photo ambassadors! For more on the photo ambassador program, call Stephanie Yancer at 989-274-6182.
 Looking for a new podcast to get you through the winter months? Check out the DNR’s Wildtalk podcast, released on the first of each month with topics covering all things habitat, feathers and fur.
Each episode, Wildtalk hosts Rachel Leightner and Hannah Schauer interview guest experts, cover wildlife habitat work going on throughout the state, highlight a Michigan wildlife species and answer listener questions.
“It’s hard to believe we’re in our fifth year of the podcast,” said Schauer. “We are excited to welcome new listeners who are interested in learning more about Michigan’s amazing wildlife and natural resources and the work we do.”
Catch up on past episodes or listen to the newest at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk or on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.
Questions? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453. |
 If you or someone you know is seeking valuable experience working in wildlife conservation – or just an interesting job that gets you outdoors – apply now for one of 60 summer positions with the DNR Wildlife Division.
The division regularly hires staff to work at DNR field offices, customer service centers and state game areas. Seasonal staff helps in several areas, such as:
- Assisting with wildlife habitat maintenance and improvement, which may include farming, planting trees, cutting clearings and using water control structures to adjust water levels in wetland areas.
- Mowing, landscaping and facility maintenance duties.
- Handling tasks related to wildlife surveys, wildlife sample collection, crop damage inspections, nuisance animal control, and equipment operation and maintenance.
“These positions are perfect for college students, entry-level wildlife professionals, those looking to reenter the workforce and seniors or retirees who want to be involved in the outdoors,” said Jennifer Schafer, human resources liaison with the Wildlife Division.
Learn more about our seasonal positions in the Wildlife Division – and other openings throughout the department – at Michigan.gov/DNRJobs; scroll to the seasonal and temporary positions section.
Questions? Contact Jennifer Schafer at 517-648-8290. |
 Michigan’s wildlife habitat license plate now features the Kirtland’s warbler to celebrate this unique bird’s recovery.
In 2019, the Kirtland’s warbler was removed from the endangered species list. Ongoing efforts by the DNR and a multitude of partners have ensured nesting habitat is available, and will continue to be, for this songbird that nests only in young jack pine stands in Michigan, Wisconsin and Ontario.
All proceeds from the sale of the wildlife habitat license plate support the Nongame Fish and Wildlife Trust Fund, and will benefit nongame species like the Kirtland’s warbler.
You can buy the wildlife habitat license plate through the Secretary of State for $35, with $25 of that fee going to the Nongame Fish and Wildlife Trust Fund. Since 2006, the fund has received more than $3.9 million from the purchase of wildlife habitat license plates.
Questions? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453. |
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