The Outdoor Wire

Michigan Bear and Furbearer Forums Set for Aug. 21-22 in St. Ignace

Photo courtesy of Michigan DNR

Hunters, trappers and anyone interested in how the Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages wildlife populations are invited to two upcoming opportunities in St. Ignace: the Michigan Furbearer Forum on Aug. 21 and the Michigan Bear Forum on Aug. 22.

Furbearer Forum

Friday, Aug. 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Little Bear East Arena, conference room
275 Marquette St., St Ignace

We'll discuss the furbearer hunting and trapping, population estimates and species updates. Anyone interested in furbearers or furbearer management is encouraged to attend.

Bear Forum

Saturday, Aug. 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Little Bear East Arena, conference room
275 Marquette St., St. Ignace

If you're curious about bear management in Michigan, join DNR staff and Michigan Bear Forum members to learn about the latest population estimates, harvest information, trends occurring across the bear range and recommendations for the 2027-2028 hunting seasons.