Woods-N-Water News

08/14/2025

Make sure you come check out the All American Lumberjack Show at the 39th Annual Woods-N-Water Outdoor Weekend September 5th-7th in Imlay City. Go to www.outdoorweekend.net for more info on the show!

08/13/2025

ICYMI: Turkey brood survey is underway; you can help

Turkeys may not be the first species you think of when it comes to wildlife watching, but these birds may well be among the first you see this summer. That’s because this midseason period is when turkey broods are most visible and when you’re most likely to see hens crossing roads or foraging in fields with a line of little ones in tow.
If you do come across these busy birds, the DNR wants to hear about it! In case you missed it, the DNR is running its annual wild turkey brood survey, a community science effort for people statewide to report sightings of wild turkeys and turkey broods (hens with their young). By taking just a few minutes to report any turkeys you see, you’ll be adding valuable data that helps wildlife managers track the health of the state’s turkey population.
Anyone in Michigan can help by reporting wild turkey sightings now through Aug. 31, using the online turkey brood survey form to submit observations.

08/12/2025

Come check out the puppy tent all weekend at the 39th Annual Outdoor Weekend September 5th-7th at the Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds. If you have hunting puppies to sell, register today!
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08/12/2025

39th Annual Camp Chili Cook-Off Saturday September 6th at the Woods-N-Water Outdoor Weekend. Enter to have a chance at great cash prizes and bragging rights!
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08/11/2025

39th Annual Woods-N-Water Outdoor Weekend is September 5th-7th in Imlay City, MI.

Show hours:
Friday, September 5th - 3pm-8pm
Saturday, September 6th - 9am-7pm
Sunday, September7th - 9am-5pm

Go to www.outdoorweekend.net for additional info!

Come Celebrate Your Outdoor Hertiage

08/08/2025

All Fall Turkey hunting Licenses sold over the counter
Starting this fall, you no longer need to apply for a license to hunt wild turkey in Michigan. All fall turkey licenses will now be sold over the counter on a first-come, first-served basis.
This update simplifies the process and improves access while still supporting healthy turkey populations and hunting opportunities. It also reflects the shift in focus for the fall season – from population control to providing more recreational opportunities.
Fall turkey licenses will go on sale Aug. 15 at 10 a.m. One license per hunter, valid for one bird of either s*x on public and private lands within the designated fall TMU. Season dates for the fall turkey season for both Unit I and M are Sept. 15 – Nov. 14, 2025.

08/07/2025

Less than a month away form the 39th Annual Woods-N-Water Outdoor Weekend September 5th-7th at the Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds in Imlay City! Don't miss it!
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08/06/2025

07/31/2025

Hunt, Fly fish, Mushrooming
Get expert, supportive, hands-on instruction and build your confidence with The Outdoor Skills Academy. Classes offered in August include:
• Wild mushroom clinics Aug. 2 in Oden and Aug. 9 in Cadillac.
• Fishing 101, Aug. 23 in Bay City.
• A fly fishing clinic, Aug. 23-24 in Cadillac.
• Learn to Hunt Whitetails, about trail hunting, wildlife habitat management and staying safe while hunting, Aug. 23 in Cadillac.