2/09/2026

UPPER MICHIGAN - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced it will live stream all Michigan Natural Resources Commission meetings, starting with Wednesday’s meeting at 9:30 a.m. (est) on the West Campus of Lansing Community College. The goal is to increase public engagement and access. The NRC, a seven-member public body appointed by the governor, regulates game and sport fish taking and designates game species in Michigan. While most monthly meetings are in the greater Lansing area, the commission also travels routinely across the state. The draft agenda is online and is subject to change. Those needing accommodation and more information should go to Michigan.gov

2/09/2026

WISCONSIN - Wisconsin has recorded a total of eight snowmobile deaths since January 1st, compared to 11 deaths for all of 2025.  The DNR said it’s not clear what’s behind the increase in deaths, but more favorable snow conditions compared to previous winters, is resulting in a lot more trail activity.   The DNR reminds snowmobile operators to have headlights on, obey stop signs, and stay on marked trails. 

2/09/2026

MINOCQUA - The annual American Pond Hockey Invitational in Minocqua was this past weekend. The championship featured over 50 teams, including a premier division for former college players, from several states and the UK and a kid’s division. Pond hockey uses smaller rinks with four players per team. Games were all scheduled to end by 7 p.m. on Saturdays to encourage players and spectators to visit local restaurants and businesses. The championship game was played Sunday afternoon. Find more information including standings on the American Pond Hockey Facebook page.