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Trails, fire danger, ice, and notices for Michigan hikers and sportsmen.

Notice · Michigan
Heavy rain Saturday morning could lead to localized flooding
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Widespread showers are making a return Saturday morning that could wash out weekend plans. A warm front will gradually lift across the region pulling in widespread showers early Saturday morning. The front will stall out to the south, leaving West Michigan as the target of heavy rainfall. The Weather Prediction [...]
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Michigan Weather: Up to 2 inches of rain expected in some areas, flooding concerns rise
Friday will remain dry across the state with partly cloudy to mostly clear skies. High temperatures will reach the low to mid 70s across most of Lower Michigan, with upper 60s to around 70 degrees in northern areas.
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Michigan Weather: Up to 2 inches of rain expected in some areas, flooding concerns rise
Friday will remain dry across the state with partly cloudy to mostly clear skies. High temperatures will reach the low to mid 70s across most of Lower Michigan, with upper 60s to around 70 degrees in northern areas.
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Notice · Michigan
Grand Rapids water engineer to aid with relief efforts in Nepal
As Nepal works to recover from deadly flash flooding, a water engineer from Grand Rapids is preparing to travel there to help with relief efforts.
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Notice · Michigan
Tax relief for victims of Michigan severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding: IRA and HSA deadlines postponed - Wolters Kluwer
Tax relief for victims of Michigan severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding: IRA and HSA deadlines postponed Wolters Kluwer
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Notice · Michigan
Pinconning man faces life offenses in Auburn bank robbery
Ford M. Mock Jr. allegedly used $900 of his stolen loot to buy a pickup truck within hours of the Aug. 27 heist at a Huntington Bank in Auburn.
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Notice · Michigan
Pinconning man faces life offenses in Auburn bank robbery
Ford M. Mock Jr. allegedly used $900 of his stolen loot to buy a pickup truck within hours of the Aug. 27 heist at a Huntington Bank in Auburn.
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Notice · Michigan
Prairie grass replaces concrete in Sterling Relief Drain redesign
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. — A newly reconstructed drainage system near Nelson Park is using native prairie grass and restored natural habitats to prevent the flooding that has repeatedly damaged surrounding neighborhoods during heavy rains.
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Notice · Michigan
Pinconning man charged with robbing Auburn bank after shaving beard, posting selfie on Facebook
Bay County prosecutors on Sept. 4 charged the 47-year-old man with armed robbery and bank robbery, both life offenses.
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Notice · Michigan
Hurricane Lowell hits Hawaii, knocking out power
Hurricane Lowell passed near Hawaii, causing flooding, road closures, downed power lines and school cancellations.
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Notice · Michigan
Warrant authorized for person of interest in Auburn bank robbery - abc12.com
Warrant authorized for person of interest in Auburn bank robbery abc12.com
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Notice · Michigan
Six years after flooding, fish are rebounding in Michigan’s Four Lakes - Midland Daily News
Six years after flooding, fish are rebounding in Michigan’s Four Lakes Midland Daily News
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Notice · Michigan
Heavy rains cause problems on Jackson streets, but conditions are improving
Water caused flooding along Michigan Avenue in front of the Westwood Mall.
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Notice · Michigan
Michigan Weather: Severe thunderstorms Friday with risk of flooding, damaging winds
Risks include damaging winds up to 60 mph, large hail, localized flooding and possible severe weather across much of the state.
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Notice · Michigan
Michigan Weather: Severe thunderstorms Friday with risk of flooding, damaging winds
Risks include damaging winds up to 60 mph, large hail, localized flooding and possible severe weather across much of the state.
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Notice · Michigan
Detroit Forecast: Flooding concerns rise as area braces for more storms
Wind and hail are possible with the strongest storms, but flooding poses the greatest threat.
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Notice · Michigan
Park officials identify 2 hikers killed in Grand Canyon flooding
Rescue teams are working to locate anyone who may have been in the area during the disaster.
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Notice · Michigan
Latest on Tropical Storm Edouard: Potential for flooding
The National Hurricane Center expects it will make landfall later today.
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Notice · Michigan
Police arrest person of interest in Auburn bank robbery
Police are still hoping for the public’s help in obtaining more evidence to shore up their case.
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Notice · Michigan
Heat, humidity and daily storm chances are forecast for southeast Michigan this week, with highs near 90 and localized flooding possible. See link below ⬇️ 📸 Josh Boland, Detroit Free Press - facebook.com
Heat, humidity and daily storm chances are forecast for southeast Michigan this week, with highs near 90 and localized flooding possible. See link below ⬇️ 📸 Josh Boland, Detroit Free Press facebook.com
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Clubs — hunters, anglers & kids

Local sportsman clubs and youth programs across Michigan, with a Tri-Cities focus.

Kids & youth

Kids & youth · Youth

Bay County 4-H Outdoor Clubs

Bay City · Bay Co. · Tri-Cities

Youth outdoors, conservation, and shooting sports opportunities in Bay County.

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Kids & youth · Youth

Saginaw County 4-H Shooting Sports

Saginaw · Saginaw Co. · Tri-Cities

Youth archery and shooting sports through MSU Extension 4-H — safety-first instruction for kids and teens.

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Hunting

Bay City Rod & Gun Club

Bay City · Bay Co. · Tri-Cities

Range and sportsman activities serving Bay County hunters and shooters.

Hunting

Ducks Unlimited — Michigan

Michigan

Waterfowl habitat conservation — banquets and volunteer days statewide.

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Training

Hunter Education instructors — find a class

Michigan

Locate Michigan hunter education courses near you before buying a first-time license.

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Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC)

Lansing · Ingham Co. · Michigan

Statewide sportsmen's federation — conservation advocacy, youth programs, and club network across Michigan.

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Midland Sportsman's Club

Midland · Midland Co. · Tri-Cities

Midland-area hunters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts — check local listings for events.

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Saginaw Field & Stream Club

Saginaw · Saginaw Co. · Tri-Cities

Longtime Tri-Cities sportsmen's club — hunting, fishing, and conservation fellowship. Confirm meeting times with the club.

Fishing

Trout Unlimited — Michigan chapters

Michigan

Coldwater fisheries conservation — local chapters host cleanups, education, and angler events.

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Hunting

National Wild Turkey Federation — Michigan

Michigan

Turkey hunting heritage and habitat — local chapters and JAKES youth programs.

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Events & hunter training

Sep 28, 2026
Season / opener
Saginaw Bay — check fishing opener notices
Saginaw Bay
Watch DNR notices for inland and Great Lakes seasons, bag limits, and ice conditions on Saginaw Bay.
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Oct 5, 2026
Training
Hunter education classroom (check DNR schedule)
Michigan statewide
First-time hunters: complete an approved hunter education course. See DNR for upcoming dates near Saginaw, Bay City, and Midland.
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Oct 12, 2026
Club
Youth outdoor skills — 4-H open house
Saginaw / Bay / Midland Extension offices
Families: ask your county MSU Extension office about 4-H shooting sports and outdoors clubs for kids.
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Nov 5, 2026
Event
Michigan sportsmen's banquet season
Tri-Cities
Local DU, NWTF, and MUCC chapter banquets raise funds for habitat — watch club calendars this fall and winter.

Hunter training

Michigan requires hunter education for many first-time license buyers. Start here:

Licenses, trails & outdoors help

Hunting · Michigan DNR

Michigan DNR — Hunting & Trapping

Seasons, bag limits, licenses, and regulations for Michigan hunters.

Fishing · Michigan DNR

Michigan DNR — Fishing

Fishing licenses, seasons, Great Lakes and inland regulations.

Trails & parks · Michigan DNR

Michigan DNR — Trails & outdoor recreation

State trails, parks, ORV, snowmobile, and recreation maps.

Official · Michigan DNR

Michigan DNR alerts & news

Official press releases — season updates, wildlife notices, and recreation alerts.

Youth · MSU Extension

MSU Extension — Natural Resources

Forestry, wildlife, fisheries education, and 4-H outdoor programs.

Youth · Michigan 4-H

4-H Shooting Sports — Michigan

Youth firearm, archery, and outdoor skills through Michigan 4-H.

Safety · Michigan DNR

Boating safety & education

Michigan boating laws, safety courses, and watercraft registration help.

Official · Michigan Wildlife Council

Michigan Wildlife Council

Conservation education and support for hunters, anglers, and wildlife habitat.

Trails & parks · Pure Michigan

Pure Michigan — Hunting & fishing

Travel and outdoors inspiration for Michigan hunting and fishing destinations.

Fishing · Saginaw Bay WIN

Saginaw Bay Watershed — outdoors

Local waters, habitat, and Tri-Cities outdoor stewardship.

Safety · Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace — outdoors ethics

Principles for trails, camping, and respectful use of public land.

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Hunting clubs, fishing clubs, kids outdoors programs, and sportsman groups — submit for editor review. Michigan listings only for now.