Upcoming DNR meetings, plus a vacancy on Equine Trails Subcommittee
The Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing Michigan residents the opportunity to share input and ideas on policy decisions, programs and other aspects of natural resource management and outdoor recreation opportunities.
One important avenue for this input is at meetings of the public bodies that advise the DNR and, in some cases, also set policies for natural and cultural resource management. Frequently check the DNR boards, commissions, committees and councils webpage for updates.
The links below will take you to the webpage for each group, where you will find meeting details such as location and agenda (when finalized). Please check these pages often, as meeting details may change and sometimes meetings are canceled.
August meetings
Belle Isle Park Advisory Committee – Thursday, Aug. 17, 6 p.m. (Contact: Barbara Graves, 517-284-6135).
Board of Foresters – Thursday, Aug. 17, 9 a.m. (Contact: Brenda Haskill, 989-370-9557).
Eastern Upper Peninsula Citizens Advisory Council – Wednesday, Aug. 2, 6 p.m. EDT (Contact: Stacy Welling Haughey, 906-226-1331).
Lake Huron Citizens Fishery Advisory Committee – Tuesday, Aug. 8, 10 a.m. (Contact: Randy Claramunt, 231-622-3820).
Michigan Freedom Trail Commission – Friday, Aug. 18, 11 a.m. (Contact: Sheri Giffin, 517-231-1299).
Michigan Historical Commission – Thursday, Aug. 24, 9:30 a.m. (Contact: Michelle Davis, 517-331-7374).
Michigan Iron Industry Museum Advisory Board – Tuesday, Aug. 15, 3 p.m. (Contact: Troy Henderson, 906-475-7857).
Michigan Natural Resources Commission – Thursday, Aug. 10, 8 a.m. coffee with the commissioners; 9 a.m. meeting (Contact: NRC@michigan.gov).
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Board – Wednesday, Aug. 16, 9 a.m. (Contact: Jon Mayes, 517-284-5954).
Michigan State Waterways Commission – Thursday, Aug. 17; tour at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 1 p.m. (Contact: Michelle Wieber, 517-285-0747).
Michigan Wildlife Council – Friday, Aug. 18, 10:30 a.m. (Contact: Pam Vance, 517-284-6056).
Off-Road Vehicle Advisory Workgroup – Wednesday, Aug. 9, 1 p.m. (Contact: Anna Centofanti, 517-331-6219).
State Parks Advisory Committee – Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2 p.m. (Contact: Barbara Graves, 517-284-6135).
Timber and Forest Products Advisory Council – Friday, Aug. 25, 8:30 a.m. (Contact: Kimberley Korbecki, 517-582-3220 or 517-284-5876).
Opportunity to serve
The Equine Trails Subcommittee is seeking candidates to fill a vacant seat for the Upper Peninsula region. The new member will offer advice related to the creation, development, operation and maintenance of the designated equestrian trail system. Apply now. For more information, contact Anna Centofanti at 517-331-6219.