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Dear friends and neighbors,
Welcome to the latest edition of my monthly e-newsletter!
Thank you for allowing me to represent you in the Michigan Senate. I am grateful each and every day to work for the people of the 32nd Senate District.
This email highlights the important work we have been doing this past month.
Sincerely,
Jon Bumstead
State Senator
32nd District
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Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1960, must complete an approved hunter education course to buy a hunting license in Michigan.
Hunter safety education classes are typically offered in the spring or fall, ahead of turkey and deer seasons. This summer, the Department of Natural Resources has added more than 40 additional classes during Hunter Safety Education Week, which takes place Aug. 11-17.
There are four options to complete hunter safety education in Michigan, all of which require at least four hours of in-person instruction:
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Traditional classroom-based course. |
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Online course followed by an in-person field day. |
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Interactive online course followed by an in-person field day. |
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Take-home study course followed by an in-person field day. |
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New tick species identified in Michigan
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Asian longhorned ticks have been identified in Michigan for the first time. They are light brown and can easily be mistaken for other species. An adult female tick can grow to the size of a pea when full of blood. Other stages of the tick are much smaller and may be only the size of a sesame seed or less.
Asian longhorned ticks were first identified in New Jersey in 2017. Since then, they have spread to 21 states, including Indiana and Ohio. Ticks may be moved by animals, people or equipment.
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development offers this video to help protect you and your pets. MDARD also recommends:
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Checking pets for ticks, especially around the eyes, ears, limbs, toes and tail. If a tick is found, safely remove it as quickly as possible. |
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Trimming tall grass, removing brush and creating mulch barriers to help keep ticks away. |
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Collecting or photographing the tick and submitting it for identification to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. |
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Did you know that Michigan has 3,288 miles of Great Lakes shoreline?
The Great Lakes contain more than 20% of the world’s freshwater and can produce dangerous currents and high waves. Conditions can change quickly, posing a threat to even the most experienced swimmers.
All designated state park swim areas on the Great Lakes use a beach flag warning system. Visitors should check the flag when they arrive and monitor it throughout the day.
Always check local weather reports and Great Lakes water conditions before heading out.
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Wild turkey numbers in Michigan have rebounded from near extinction in the early 20th century and can now be found in every county across the state.
The DNR is encouraging residents to participate in the wild turkey brood survey to help assess the state’s current turkey population. Participants are asked to report sightings of wild turkeys, including the number of hens (adult females), poults (juvenile turkeys) and gobblers or jakes (adult or young males), along with the date and location.
The brief, seven-question survey takes only a few minutes to complete and is open through Aug. 31.
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Fall turkey hunting updates
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Turkey licenses for the fall season will go on sale starting at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 15, on a first-come, first-served basis. This season, hunters do not need to apply for a license to hunt wild turkey. Each hunter may purchase one license, valid for one bird of either sex on public or private land within a designated fall turkey management unit.
Also new for the 2025 season, the 11-unit management system has been replaced with two larger units:
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Unit M (Upper Peninsula): 2,200-license quota. |
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Unit I (Lower Peninsula, excluding Monroe County): Unlimited license quota. |
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Bumstead highlights upcoming events in the 32nd District
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Onekama Days
Thursday, July 31 — Monday, Aug. 4
Downtown Onekama
Description: Enjoy arts and crafts, a car show, fireworks and more at the 2025 Onekama Days. Click here to learn more.
After Dark Tour
Friday, Aug. 1
9 — 10 p.m.
Hackley and Hume Historic Site
484 W. Webster Ave.
Muskegon
Description: Visit and learn about the history of the site after dark! Click here to learn more.
Blueberry Dash 5K
Saturday, Aug. 2
8 a.m. — 1 p.m.
Bellows Park Pavilion
Frankfort
Description: Come run or walk in the Benzie Senior Resources Blueberry Dash 5K. Click here to learn more.
West Michigan Fair
Monday, Aug. 4 — Saturday, Aug. 9
Mason County Fairgrounds
5302 W. U.S. 10
Ludington
Description: Enjoy many different family-friendly activities at the upcoming West Michigan Fair. Click here to learn more.
42nd Annual Gold Coast Artisan Fair
Saturday, Aug. 9 — Sunday, Aug. 10
10 a.m. — 5 p.m. (Saturday)
10 a.m. — 4 p.m. (Sunday)
Rotary Park
100 N. Lewis St.
Ludington
Description: There will be over 150 vendors to browse at the 42nd Annual Gold Coast Artisan Fair. Click here to learn more.
18th Annual Harbor Hospice Regatta
Wednesday, Aug. 13
4:30 — 9 p.m.
Muskegon Yacht Club
3198 Edgewater St.
Muskegon
Description: Enjoy watching some of the best sailing crews West Michigan has to offer in action at the 18th Annual Harbor Hospice Regatta. Click here to learn more.
Leo’s Classic Car Show
Wednesday, Aug. 13
5 — 7 p.m.
Golden Sands Golf and Bucket Bar
2501 Wilson Road
Silver Lake
Description: Bring your awesome ride to the upcoming Leo’s Classic Car Show. Click here to learn more.
Pentwater Homecoming Celebration
Thursday, Aug. 14 — Sunday, Aug. 17
Pentwater
Description: Visitors and locals are welcome to come “home” at the 2025 Pentwater Homecoming Celebration. Clickhere to learn more.
Collector Car Show
Saturday, Aug. 16
8 a.m. — 3 p.m.
Mineral Springs Park
630 Main St.
Frankfort
Description: Stroll along and view some amazing classic cars at the upcoming Collector Car Show. Click here to learn more.
Oceana County Fair
Monday, Aug. 18 — Saturday, Aug. 23
Oceana County Fairgrounds
1025 S. State St.
Hart
Description: Enjoy the many different events and activities that the Oceana County Fair has to offer! Click here to learn more.
Night at the Lights at Little Sable Point
Wednesday, Aug. 20
7 — 9 p.m.
Little Sable Point Lighthouse
287 N. Lighthouse Drive
Mears
Description: Bring a comfortable folding chair and enjoy some relaxing music with views of the lighthouse. Click hereto learn more.
Touch the Trucks at Hackley Park
Thursday, Aug. 21
6 — 8 p.m.
Hackley Park
350 W. Webster St.
Muskegon
Description: A hands-on family event! Explore fire trucks, police cars and more. Click here to learn more.
10th Annual Muskegon Polish Festival
Friday, Aug. 29 — Saturday, Aug. 30
Hackley Park
350 W. Webster Ave.
Muskegon
Description: Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at the 10th Annual Polish Festival with authentic foods, drinks and more! Click here to learn more.
Let’s Go Fly a Kite
Saturday, Aug. 30
3 — 5 p.m.
Frankfort Beach
Frankfort
Description: Come enjoy the beach and the first 100 people registered can fly a free kite. Click here to learn more.
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Senator Jon Bumstead
4600 Connie B. Binsfeld Office Building
P.O. Box 30036
Lansing, MI 48909-7536
Visit my website at: SenatorJonBumstead.com
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