Michigan

The Great Lakes State is, as the nickname would suggest, defined by its proximity to all but one of the North America’s vast inland seas. From the forests of the Upper Peninsula to the miles of coastline, opportunities are abound for anglers and hunters. Michiganders can look forward to swinging up lake-run steelhead, catching native brook-trout, and even hunting elusive elk. From the Huron-Manistee National Forest to the Porcupine Mountains, there is significant repose from the hustle and bustle of cities and suburbs. Michigan is home to healthy populations of whitetail, black bear, and turkey, and for those hearty enough to brave the elements, Michigan also offers a bounty of winter time activities.

For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Michigan, please contact: Bob Matthews

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Representative Jack Bergman Representative Debbie Dingell Representative Bill Huizenga Representative Lisa McClain Representative John Moolenaar Senator Gary Peters Representative Tim Walberg

Michigan Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus Leadership

Senator Jon Bumsted Senator John Cherry Representative Sarah Lightner Representative Amos O’Neal
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Michigan Policy Briefs

Crossbows

Over the last decade, many states have expanded opportunities for archery hunters wishing to use crossbows. Incorporating crossbow hunting opportunities into game management may increase… Read more.

No-Net-Loss

“No-Net-Loss” of public lands has become increasingly important to ensure access to public lands and waterways for current and future generations of sportsmen and women.… Read more.

Michigan Latest News

June 22, 2026

Spring and Summer Free Fishing Days Conclude in the Great Lakes 

Why It Matters: Although sportsmen and women are the backbone of conservation funding through their license and sporting gear purchases, states offer brief, limited opportunities to fish without purchasing a license in an effort to grow the base of anglers.  Highlights:  With summer officially upon us, almost all of the statehouses in the Great Lakes region have emptied their chambers of legislators while nearby […]

June 8, 2026

Harmful Bills that Would Expand Commercial Fishing Receive Hearing in Michigan 

Why It Matters: Expanding commercial fishing efforts that use indiscriminate gear such as gill nets stands to repeat the harm done by commercial overharvest in the Great Lakes during the twentieth century, damaging Michigan’s fisheries resources, its recreational fishing opportunities, and its outdoor economy.  Highlights:   If passed, Michigan House Bills 5801 and 5802 would expand commercial […]

May 11, 2026

Michigan Sporting Priorities Await Final Legislative Push 

Why It Matters: From protecting sportsmen’s interests at the ballot box, to ensuring access to safe shooting ranges, to meeting the financial needs of conservation efforts, Michigan’s docket is packed with legislation that stands to positively impact sportsmen and women. With a little over six months remaining in the 2025-2026 session, there is plenty of work to be done to […]

December 22, 2025

CSF Priority Michigan Hunter Ed in Schools Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

Why It Matters: Within striking distance of crossing the finish line on a multi-year effort, the Michigan Senate’s unanimous passage of a Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) priority bill to allow hunter education and firearm safety to be taught in schools for credit towards graduation aims to introduce young people to firearm safety, the great outdoors,…