MDC managers and decision makers often need information on what “the public” thinks about resource management issues—from how users like a new trail or exhibit to how the state should manage the deer population.

MDC is conducting research to determine the growth rate and size of the black bear population and to also examine bear habitat use and movement patterns.

The MDC Deer Program surveys deer hunters to gauge public opinion regarding deer numbers and management strategies and for indicators of deer population trends in each county.

A multi-agency, multi-discipline partnership designed to develop a land classification model based on biotic and abiotic factors.