DNR - Fisheries

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Fisheries biologists, technicians and management teams are constantly working to make decisions on how best to manage Michigan's fisheries. Making scientific, research-based decisions on rearing and stocking fish, regulations for fishing the Great Lakes, inland lakes and streams, and how to manage invasive species are just some of the key elements of what our Fisheries staff are doing a daily basis.

Their hard work results in a flourishing fishing industry that enables you to enjoy all that Michigan's waters have to offer.
Conversations & Coffee dates and locations »
Want to talk with fisheries managers and biologists, discuss local issues and management activities, and get answers to your questions? Join us for Conversations and Coffee!

Each management unit is responsible for setting regulations and making decisions for the waters in their portion of the state, both inland and Great Lakes.
Basins and Management Units
Fisheries Library
Research

Reel in Michigan's Fisheries is a quarterly publication that highlights the work DNR Fishery employees are accomplishing on world-class fisheries across the state. Stories may be on the Great Lakes or inland waters.