Officials say there are some changes to the 2026 season, such as the number of turkey management units, which are designated areas open to hunters.

Hunters should note changes to license options, turkey management units and mandatory harvest reporting for 2026 season. The ...

LANSING — Michigan’s spring turkey hunting season application period is open now through Sunday, Feb. 1, with applications costing $5 each, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

The Michigan DNR says to hurry and get your licenses while they last.

Michigan's DNR releases the 2025-26 hunting season, featuring spring turkey, elk, deer, bear and other small game. Elk hunting season begins in late August, though the application process begins May 1 ...

CO Ben Huener (Roseau) attended annual in-service training at Camp Ripley in the first part of the week. After that, time was spent checking turkey hunters and assisting DNR Wildlife with a dead elk.

Story Highlights • Michigan’s 2026 spring turkey hunting season application period is open through Feb. 1, featuring new ...