The Michigan chapter of BHA is pleased to report that, following our call to not skip the public input process, the Michigan DNR has halted further plans on a proposed 400 acre solar farm within the Gaylord Forest Management Unit. This decision is a significant win for conservation and public land protection, reflecting the power of community engagement and the importance of thoughtful land use. After reviewing the project, we saw the lack of transparency and availability for public comment, ...

At Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA), we are passionate about preserving the wild places and public lands that provide us with the hunting, fishing, and recreation opportunities that we all cherish. One of Michigan’s most pristine and valuable natural resources, Lake Superior, is currently at risk due to a proposed mining project—Copperwood Mine. We need your help to prevent this dangerous threat to our waters, wildlife, and outdoor heritage. The Copperwood Mine Proposal: A Direct Threat ...

Michigan DNR will release for public comment a draft of the new State Forest Management Plan Development of the Draft Management Plan was a monumental undertaking by the DNR and will set the 10-year goals, objectives, and long-term desired future conditions for the 4-million-acre State Forest system. This Plan is necessary to ensure the long-term sustainable management of the State Forest and to make sure the forest products we derive today – timber, wildlife, recreation, etc. are available ...

This summer, Northern Michigan University student Michael, participated in the Collegiate Program's first stipend-based stewardship project opportunity. Stipends were offered to students to complete stewardship projects on their local public lands and waters. This is the result of Michael's project as he represented BHA on a collaborative project to improve grouse habitat in the Upper Peninsula.  At the end of August, I had the opportunity to participate in an exciting multi-organization ...

      Michigan BHA Rendezvous Provides Connection and Community There is a unique sense of connection experienced at every BHA gathering. It is the result of knowing that a love for public land, water, and wildlife is the common thread that pulls us together. That connection was on full display from July 28-30 as dozens of passionate public land owners made their way to the Looking Glass Sportsman Club for the 2023 Michigan BHA Rendezvous. Friday night the campground came to life as people ...