

Waterfowl opening day ends with a crash and a driver under the influence. Michigan Conservation Officers protect and patrol remote areas.

Officers continue to patrol the wilderness, dealing with off-road vehicle violations and ensuring safety in rugged terrain.

A kayaker receives a ticket, and wardens manage large crowds gathered for a solar eclipse while monitoring hunting activity.

A random draw awards coveted hunting spots. Geese and ducks fill the skies as officers monitor the start of the season.

During deer season, an officer discovers a deer with a post-mortem tag, leading to a deeper investigation.

Officers patrol during deer season and winter, aiding divers retrieving historical artifacts and enforcing conservation laws.

Wardens oversee elk hunts, assist a blind hunter who earned a bear tag, and conduct patrols to honor hunting traditions.

Conservation officers review elk harvests during the second hunting season, using tracks in the snow to solve potential violations.

A focus on the highly regulated and brief sturgeon spearing season on Michigan's frozen lakes.