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Bears and Water

S11 : E2

TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.02.22

Two Michigan conservation officers, one in the southwest part of the state and the other in the northeast, check on waterfowl hunters.

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Watch as these brave men and women defend public lands from poachers and other environmental hazards, brave treacherous whitewater rapids in the remote grizzly bear country. It's all in a day's work for these protectors of the outdoors.

Cast

James Herron, Carla Soper, Brandon Kieft

Executive Producers

Tom Dooley

full-episodes (13)

Operation Caviar

S1 : E1 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.27.10

Region 7 wardens monitor Yellowstone River's paddlefish migration. Anglers snag paddlefish; wardens catch illegal ones!
Operation Camper

S1 : E2 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.03.11

Tongue River Reservoir State Park, Montana: summer hotspot for recreation, fishing. Warden Mike Krings keeps peace with night crowd.
Operation Yellowstone

S1 : E3 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.10.11

Region 5 wardens use a jet boat for fly fishing outfitter checks on Yellowstone River. Boat accident encountered. Next, Region 1 for firearms training.
Operation Antelope Dummy

S1 : E4 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.17.11

Region 7 wardens use antelope decoy sting to prevent trespassing. Region 4 Warden Bryan Golie investigates potential poaching.
Operation Cascade

S1 : E5 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.24.11

The Upper Missouri River, known for trout, and Cascade's Region 4 with a camper on private land. Region 7 focuses on water safety checks.
Operation Blackfoot

S1 : E6 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.31.11

Region 2 responds to a call for multiple elk down in grizzly territory. One elk and the suspect are missing. Region 7 encounters shots fired during a decoy sting.
Operation Spotted Dog

S1 : E7 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.07.11

Wardens chronicles Conservation Officers' lives, protecting remote natural resources. No dull moments in this job.
Operation Boat Float

S1 : E8 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.14.11

In the Crazy Mountains' shadows, Yellowstone River transforms during the annual boat float weekend. Wardens protect the river and aid rafters with jet boats.
Operation Mac Pass

S1 : E9 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.21.11

This week our Wardens receive a Tip-Mont call about a few illegally taken elk and pursue the the suspects.
Operation Paddlefish

S1 : E10 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.28.11

This week our Wardens are in Montana monitoring the rivers while people paddlefish and we also try and eliminate a pesky bear from one man's property.
Operation Interstate Game Check

S1 : E11 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.31.11

This week the Wardens set up a game checkpoint to make sure everyone is following the rules.
Operation Chuck Coal

S1 : E12 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Wardens chronicles the lives of Conservation Officers who protect precious natural resources in remote areas. No dull moments in this job.
Operation Wardens

S1 : E13 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Wardens chronicles the lives of America's Conservation Officers who protect precious remote natural resources. No dull moments in this job.
Operation OHV

S2 : E1 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Montana Game Wardens target illegal off-road vehicle usage and patrol the Missouri River for boater safety and compliance.
Operation Antler Blitz

S2 : E2 | TV-PG | 44 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Montana Game Wardens look into illegally taken antlers. Plus, follow along as they help with conservation efforts for sage grouse and walleye
Operation Waterfall

S2 : E3 | TV-PG | 44 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Snowfall in Montana creates treacherous waters, but Montana Game Wardens patrol rivers during the annual boat float to ensure boater safety and legal compliance.
Operation Snow Cat

S2 : E4 | TV-PG | 44 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Montana Game Wardens patrol the high country during winter with snow mobiles. It's also elk season, and the wardens check for compliance with hunting laws.
Operation Litter Bug

S2 : E5 | TV-PG | 44 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Wardens chronicles Conservation Officers' lives, protecting precious resources in remote areas. No dull moments in this job.
Operation Bitterroot

S2 : E6 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Opening day of big game season keeps Montana's Game Wardens busy. They patrol the Bitterroot game area and set up a sting to catch poachers with a moving decoy.
Operation H20

S2 : E7 | TV-PG | 44 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Wardens chronicles the lives of Conservation Officers who protect precious natural resources in remote areas. No dull moments in this job.
Operation Warm Springs

S2 : E8 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Wardens chronicles the lives of Conservation Officers who protect precious natural resources in remote areas. No dull moments in this job.
Operation Moonshine

S2 : E9 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Montana game wardens track suspects of illegal animal killings. One warden takes a break from enforcing hunting laws to go on a mule deer hunt.
Operation Big Horn

S2 : E10 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Ever wondered where confiscated trophy animals end up? Follow game wardens monitoring big horn sheep hunting. Flathead Lake's 4th of July safety is a priority.
Operation Rogers Pass

S2 : E11 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Montana Game Warden Bryan Golie aids injured woods hunter. Wardens pursue hunters who don't stop at check station, leading to surprising results.
Operation Elk Dummy

S2 : E12 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Montana game wardens deploy elk decoys across the state in hopes of catching would-be poachers.
Operation Wolf Creek

S2 : E13 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.11

Wardens patrol the Wolf Creek area of Montana for illegal hunting activity. Elsewhere, Wardens conduct a mule deer decoy operation.
Operation Grizzly Bear

S3 : E1 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 01.03.13

This week, game wardens handle a missing child training exercise involving a bear. It's also opening season for shed antler hunters, keeping the wardens busy!
Operation Water Rescue

S3 : E2 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 01.10.13

This week, a couple of wardens face off with early season anglers over gaming laws while other wardens get trained in open water rescue techniques.
Operation Paddlefish

S3 : E3 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 12.31.13

This week, wardens bust antler poachers, enforce rules on cheating anglers during paddlefish season, and manage rowdy campers.
Operation Justice

S3 : E4 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 01.21.13

This week, a five-year-old poacher case closes, and a grizzly bear alerts wardens. They also gather for their annual convention in Helena, enjoying some fun.
Operation Wildfire

S3 : E5 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 01.28.13

This week on Wardens, we're tracking a pesky bear raiding neighbors' trash. In another region, we're citing people for fishing without licenses.
Operation Trespass

S3 : E6 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 02.04.13

This week, Montana Game Wardens watch for illegal hunters trespassing, hunting too early, using vehicles, or taking spike elk.
Operation Summer Recreation

S3 : E7 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 02.11.13

This week, we're near Seeley Lake, Montana, as the wardens from Region 2 are kept busy with the summer recreation crowd.
Operation Rocky Mountain Front

S3 : E8 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 02.18.13

This week, game wardens are kept busy during hunting season as they're out catching poachers with an elk decoy, tracking down trespassers, and checking tags.
Operation Check Point

S3 : E9 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 02.25.13

Wardens chronicles Conservation Officers' lives, protecting precious resources in remote areas. No dull moments in this job.
Operation Crow Creek

S3 : E10 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 03.04.13

This week, Montana game wardens saddle up for backcountry patrol against poachers. Others handle illegal hunters, anglers, and an elderly man feeding prohibited deer.
Operation Whitefish

S3 : E11 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 03.11.13

This week, wardens uncover a gruesome deer poaching crime and illegal fishing. They bid farewell to Captain Jeff Darrah after his 26-year service.
Operation White Sulpher

S3 : E12 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 03.18.13

This week, wardens handle conflicting hunting stories, leading one man into trouble. Others confront would-be trespassers as hunting season ends.
Operation Recap

S3 : E13 | TV-PG | 45 min | Aired: 03.25.13

This week, we hear from Bryan Golie, Jeff Darrah, Joe Kambic, and John Lasofsky as they reflect on their careers and the past season's experiences.
Antler Raiders

S4 : E1 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.24.14

This week, Montana game wardens manage the crowds as antler hunters are unleashed to search for their trophies.
Across The Seeded Fields

S4 : E2 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.06.14

Montana game wardens oversee the start of pronghorn season, monitoring both legal and illegal hunting and protecting seeded fields.
Guts

S4 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.06.14

This week, Montana game wardens deal with the opening day of deer season and all the trouble that goes along with it.
Litica

S4 : E4 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.06.14

This week, wardens deal with poaching on private land, one of the most common violations during the hunting season.
In The Drink

S4 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.20.14

This week, Montana game wardens deal with some of the many water issues they deal with including littering, under- age drinking, and the annual Yellowstone Boat Float.
Warrants & Weed

S4 : E6 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.27.14

This week, game wardens deal with repeat offenders and people with outstanding warrants that only make matters worse when confronted.
Cheeseheads

S4 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.03.14

This week, wardens hunt poachers and those breaking hunting laws with help from decoys and tips from local citizens to TIP-MONT hotline.
Three-Fifty-Seven

S4 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.10.14

This week, game wardens pursue a potential poacher who illegally took a deer out of season. Then, we follow another warden as he takes his son hunting for a rare moose tag.
Mercy Kill

S4 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.03.14

Warden Kambic investigates a wounded elk and the hunter who tried to do the right thing.
Tangled

S4 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.09.14

A wounded deer has locked horns with another buck creating a dilemma for Warden Burroughs.
18 Minutes

S4 : E11 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.16.14

On this episode, the Wardens investigate a possible elk harassment case, and a possible poaching in Montana.
Thin Ice

S4 : E12 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.23.14

This week on Wardens, Nick Taylor responds to a call about duck hunters shooting ducks over thin ice. Then, Bryan Golie keeps an eye on the Bear Tooth Game Range.
700 Yards

S4 : E13 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.30.14

On this episode of Wardens, Joe Kambic patrols Deer Lodge, Montana and Kqyn Kuka attempts to rescue a sick buck from the ice.
Sullivan Hill

S4 : E14 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.06.14

In this week's Wardens, it's elk season in Montana. Bryan Golie pursues suspicious hunters, while Paul Luepke deals with two hunters who illegally shot mule deer does.
Log Jam

S4 : E15 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.13.14

Dangerous log jams on the Flathead River threaten unprepared boaters and tubers.
Casting Doubt

S4 : E16 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.20.14

A slew of un-licensed anglers catch the attention of Game Wardens.
Never Ending Day

S5 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 12.28.14

Wardens start early, capturing a convict who evaded the law for 3 years. Another case arises, making them work late.
Angry Like a Moose

S5 : E2 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.04.15

Region 4 Wardens round up a 1000-pound bully, resorting to drastic measures for a safe resolution.
River Rescue

S5 : E3 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.11.15

Region 1 Wardens come across a squatter on public land that leaves them speechless. And Region 5 Wardens are on high alert at the annual Yellowstone River Boat Float.
Failure To Tag

S5 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.18.15

This week, Wardens in Region 5 witness clear violations, cross property lines for upland game, and find missing licenses during checks.
Warden's Instinct

S5 : E5 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.25.15

There is often a fine line between false information and the truth. Veteran Region 5 wardens use their sixth to bring game violators to justice.
Fourth Dimension

S5 : E6 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.01.15

Fourth of July in Montana _ Flathead Lake is where the party is at. But with the heat tempers flare and the free flowing alcohol combines to make a dangerous situation.
Behind The Shed

S5 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.08.15

When game ranges open for Antler Shed Hunting, Montana Game Wardens are busy with reports of bears, mountain lions, and lost hunters.
Fun in The Sun

S5 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.15.15

When Jet skies get too close to boats things can turn dangerous. And Warden Bryan Golie questions an angler in search for the truth.
Above & Beyond

S5 : E9 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.22.15

Wardens go the extra mile to investigate illegal activity, assist hunters, and protect landowners. This week, their efforts yield unexpected results.
Thrill Kill

S5 : E10 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.01.15

In 2012, Whitefish, Montana was shocked by the senseless killing of over 20 deer. Region 1 Wardens employ creative tactics to halt this crime.
Invasive Species

S5 : E11 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.08.15

Montana FWP prioritizes protecting waters from Aquatic Invasive Species. Wardens educate at AIS check stations in Region 1 and 3.
Axel and Chains

S5 : E12 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.15.15

When Wardens respond to a call sometimes getting there is most of the battle. And we pay tribute to an honorary warden that will truly be missed.
Stolen Future

S5 : E13 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.22.15

Montana Game Wardens busy with headless deer, elk poaching, and illegal tags. Future hunting bright with new hunters.
Night Chase

S5 : E14 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.01.15

Northern Montana faces a winter storm. Wardens catch a liar at a check station and chase a decoy shooter.
Wasted Dummy

S5 : E15 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.08.15

This week Warden Lesofski searches out a hunting party that left their elk to rot. While Region 2 Wardens rush into a volatile situation after their decoy is shot from the road.
Minor Mistakes

S5 : E16 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.15.15

A riverside check station catches four minors with no life jackets and a lot of alcohol. Then Warden Golie stops two car full of minors that should not be behind the wheel.
True Lies

S5 : E17 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.22.15

A check station outside of Billings stops a guy who refuses to tell the truth. Investigating who shot the deer reveals a long history of game violations.
Head Case

S5 : E18 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.29.15

A trophy bull elk's head is shot and hidden. Wardens stake it out for months, then track it with high-tech gear to catch the suspect.
Blood Trail

S5 : E19 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 05.06.15

Wardens step into the world of CSI this week in determining where a deer was killed. But when uncovering the truth the best thing is to follow the Blood Trail.
Case Closed

S5 : E20 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 05.13.15

Family of poachers on trial for 5 years of illegal animal killings. Wardens testify, seeking a guilty verdict and case closure.
Law Dodgers

S6 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 12.27.15

Region 4 Warden Bryan Golie chases down hunters that dodged a game check station. A nearly four hour investigation reveals exactly what they were hiding.
Crying Shame

S6 : E2 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.03.16

Region 5 Warden Nick Taylor is in the crosshairs when a hunter points a gun directly at him. And in Region 2 Wardens find a huntress with a secret she is hiding.
Illegal Possession

S6 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.10.16

Region 3 Wardens chase down a check station runner only to find the hunters have shot a deer _ but what and where is the question?
Under Fire

S6 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.17.16

Drought endangers hunting and fishing in Montana. Wardens face not only dead fish and restrictions but also the arrival of bears in town.
False Witness

S6 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.24.16

Block Management is one of the keys to great hunting in Montana but the rules are set. If you are going to break them the Wardens will be there to hold you accountable.
Frozen Fire

S6 : E6 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.31.16

Warden Joe Kambic investigates an illegal buck report. Warden Rick Smauch faces a fire emergency, and Bryan Golie braves winter weather to patrol.
River Rescue

S6 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.07.16

Warden Chris Crane saves a kayaker from drowning. Region 2 Wardens catch friends fishing in the wrong spot, preventing accidents.
Death Valley

S6 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.14.16

Something is killing deer in the Missoula Valley and it has FWP working overtime to find the culprit.
Careless Endeavors

S6 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.21.16

Opening weekend mayhem has wardens running from one call to the next. But not all violations are negligence.
Grey Ghost

S6 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.28.16

Wardens get a tip about grey pickup shooting a deer at night; but even joining forces they have a tough time tracking down the Grey Ghost.
Dump Site

S6 : E11 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.06.16

Region 4 Wardens find a deer in the dumpster, multiple deer dumped along side the road and a deer left by a trespasser. It's all in a long days work!
Hidden Truth

S6 : E12 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.13.16

When Wardens stop a truck the first of November with Christmas trees in the back they know something is being hidden. Most likely the truth!
Back Country

S6 : E13 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.23.16

Wardens do way more than just drive around in trucks and check licenses. This week the region one wardens go off grid to protect Montana's natural resources.
Double Kill

S6 : E14 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.27.16

Region 5 has a rash of illegal elk kills and it's up to the Wardens to investigate the Double Kills.
Hot Mess

S6 : E15 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.04.16

Wardens gear up for the last week of the season. The pressure is on, putting the Wardens right in the middle of a Hot Mess.
Long Day

S6 : E16 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.11.16

When elk start to migrate the days get long. Wardens keep an eye on the herd and find that at night it really gets weird.
Bad Decisions

S6 : E17 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.18.16

Ethical hunters make the right decisions every day. This week Wardens find themselves confronted with Bad Decisions.
Fly By

S6 : E18 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.25.16

Wardens set up a check station in Region 5. When the hunters decide to run it the chase is on.
Road Warrior

S6 : E19 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 05.02.16

Wardens set up a decoy to stop road hunting in Region 7. It's not long before they catch a shooter.
Last Hurrah

S6 : E20 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 05.09.16

A veteran warden works his last season. Wardens look back at the decorated career of one of the best.
Three Stories, One Bear

S7 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.05.17

Michigan Conservation Officers investigate a bear killed during opening weekend, handle suspicious park trash, and explain hunters' tooth submissions.
Elevated Charges

S7 : E2 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.12.17

Late night, two Michigan Conservation Officers, hunting blind investigation on federal property escalates, revival of once nearly extinct bird in the area.
Chasing the Big One

S7 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.19.17

Montana Wardens track killer of two out-of-season deer for a week, anonymous tips and eyewitness accounts lead to a twisting trail.
Buggy-ing Out

S7 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.26.17

Michigan Conservation Officers patrol Silver Lake State Park during the busy Fourth of July weekend, ensuring peace and safety.
Counting Shells

S7 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.05.17

Michigan Conservation Officers focus on enforcing waterfowl hunting laws, silently patrolling the state's largest game area using canoes.
Shed Hunting

S7 : E6 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.12.17

On Opening Day, shed hunters eagerly search for antlers, but some break the law for prized finds. Montana Wardens track down a repeat offender.
Interstate Travel

S7 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.19.17

Michigan Conservation Officers strive to prevent the spread of CWD on Opening Day by checking deer from infected states and conducting tests at the Wildlife Disease Lab.
Dog and Decoy

S7 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.26.17

Montana - Wardens use everything from a deer decoy to a K-9 to make sure hunters are following the rules.
Deer Patrol Bros

S7 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.02.17

COs Bill and Shane Webster use different strategies during opening week. Bill conducts aerial patrols for illegal bait piles, while Shane tracks offenders online.
Rural Road Huntin'

S7 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 07.23.17

The opening week of firearm deer season is one the year's busiest. Officers in Districts 3 and 6 tackle road hunting issues in rural Michigan.
Still on the List

S7 : E11 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 07.30.17

Officers in both the lower and upper peninsula of Michigan work to stop hunters from baiting for bear too early.
Kings Hill

S7 : E12 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 08.06.17

Warden Bryan Golie investigates a call of shots fired on private property during the big game season and is in for one long night.
Watching Walleye

S7 : E13 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 08.13.17

In District 6, the Walleye Opener is one of the busiest weekends of the year. A 10 officer patrol works the weekend making sure everyone is safe and obeying the law.
Firearm Opener

S7 : E14 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 08.20.17

Michigan officers stay busy during the 16-day firearm deer season, handling various calls from trespassing to poaching, always facing new challenges.
Watch Out for Grizzly

S7 : E15 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 08.27.17

Hunters have their downed elk attacked by a grizzly bear and Warden Koeppen investigates a separate dead elk, left in a field.
Elk Fever

S7 : E16 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 09.03.17

There are two distinct elk seasons in Michigan, one in August and one in December. Patrolling those two seasons couldn't be more different for the Officers in District 3.
Eye in the Sky

S7 : E17 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 09.10.17

C.O.s in Michigan sometimes rely on aerial surveillance to crack down on illegal baiting during the firearm whitetail season..
Long Day

S7 : E18 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 09.17.17

Game Warden John Lesofski starts his day before sunrise and doesn't wrap up until well past sunset.
Sturgeon Spearing

S8 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 12.31.17

Michigan's District 3 is home to the state's only sturgeon spearing season. The limit is low, but the reward can be a fish of a lifetime.
U.P. Snowmobile Patrol

S8 : E2 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.07.18

Michigan Conservation Officers in the U.P. have a lengthy snowmobile season to patrol. From sound checks to safe riding on trails, it's never a dull day in the snow.
Shining Surveillance Part 1

S8 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.14.18

There's no shining for wildlife on public ground during the month of November in Michigan. To comabt that, an aerial patrol at night is utilized.
Shining Surveillance Part 2

S8 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.21.18

There's no shining for wildlife on public ground during the month of November in Michigan. To comabt that, an aerial patrol at night is utilized.
First Day of Deer Season

S8 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.28.18

Michigan hunters harvested the second most whitetails in the country. Keeping track of everyone in the field requires near 24/7 surveillance.
Illegal Blinds

S8 : E6 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.04.18

Hunting blinds can not be left on state land year-round. When officers find blinds that need to be removed, they search high and low for the owners.
Bears in the U.P.

S8 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.11.18

It can take 7 years to draw a bear tag in Michigan's U.P. Conservation Officers make sure everyone plays by the same rules, so no one has an advantage.
Westside Fishing

S8 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.18.18

The westside of Michigan has some of the state's best fishing spots. From inland rivers to the Great Lakes, C.O.s know their fall will be spent watching anglers.
Best of: Michigan Whitetail Patrol

S8 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.25.18

Michigan's archery deer season spans 77 days, while the regular firearm season is 16 days. Conservation officers employ diverse tactics to ensure compliance with regulations.
Pure Michigan

S8 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 12.30.17

Michigan's essence is showcased in a contest for hunting licenses and $4,000+ in prizes. Officers patrol during a summer boating festival and the firearm deer season.
Detroit River Walleye

S8 : E11 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.30.17

Conservation Officers patrol fishermen and women on the Detroit River, on the border between Michigan and Canada during the spring spawning run for walleye.
Autumn East to West

S8 : E12 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.30.17

A Michigan officer encounters a driver without a license on the east side, while another patrols a waterfowl hunt on the west side's state game area.
Man-Made Fires

S8 : E13 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.30.17

Conservation Officers patrol during fall fishing and spring turkey season, encountering suspects responsible for setting fires in inappropriate conditions.
Whitetail Patrol Tactics

S8 : E14 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 12.30.17

Michigan Conservation Officers use aerial patrols to spot illegal activities and monitor blinds on state land for compliance.
Whitefish Rodeo Part 1

S9 : E1 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.01.20

Conservation Officers fish in plain clothes to see if anglers are snagging fish.
Whitefish Rodeo Part 2

S9 : E2 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.09.20

Part 2 of a night time patrol to stop anglers from keeping fish that are foul-hooked.
Serving Warrants and Ice Fishing

S9 : E3 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.17.20

Conservation Officers serve warrants to a suspect believed to have taken 18 deer without licenses
Michigan Bears

S9 : E4 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.25.20

Michigan Conservation Officers enforce bear hunting regulations in a variety of ways; the state's DNR uses many methods to track the state's bear numbers.
Firearm Opener

S9 : E5 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.04.20

November 15 is Michigan's firearm opener each year and is like Christmas for many hunters and Conservation Officers alike.
Snowmobiles and Oktoberfest

S9 : E6 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.12.20

Michigan Conservation Officers patrol a weekend party and make sure snowmobilers are riding safely.
White Bass Patrol

S9 : E7 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.20.20

Michigan Conservation Officers monitor anglers from a distance to ensure compliance with regulations before approaching them if needed.
River Patrol

S9 : E8 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.28.20

Conservation Officers patrol a busy river during a summer weekend and efforts are made to improve fish habitats.
Inland Lakes and ORV Stickers

S9 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.29.20

Michigan Conservation Officers in District 8 execute a search warrant at a drug dealer's home; UP officer investigates unregistered off-road vehicle.
Michigan Elk

S9 : E10 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.05.20

Michigan Conservation Officers in District 3 investigate illegal elk kills and celebrate 100 years of elk reintroduction in the state.
D4 Salmon

S9 : E11 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.12.20

Michigan Conservation Officers look into salmon taken illegally,including in a closed stream and with illegal gear. A CO instructs a family on where to fish legally.
Deer Seasons

S9 : E12 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 04.19.20

Michigan Conservation Officers patrol deer hunting seasons, respond to deer crashing into an elementary school, and enforce hunting laws.
Lost Gill Net and ORV

S9 : E13 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 04.26.20

Michigan Conservation Officers remove a gill net from Lake Michigan that had been lost and was discovered by recreational divers. Also, C.Os in District 7 patrol ORV riders
Storms on St. Clair

S10 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.01.20

Michigan Conservation Officers respond to a chaotic party after a storm and assist a man in need of medical attention due to excessive drinking.
Snagging and Trespassing

S10 : E2 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 01.02.20

Michigan Conservation Officers oversee the fall salmon run, apprehend anglers keeping foul-hooked fish.
Beavers, Elk, and a Squirrely Hunter

S10 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.03.20

In northern Michigan, man shoots from vehicle, claiming squirrel target, near deer and elk.
Mutilated Fish and Classroom Salmon

S10 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.04.20

Michigan officers check snowmobilers and ice fishermen in the Upper Peninsula.
Autumn Deer, Bear, and Woodcock

S10 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.05.20

Michigan Conservation Officer investigates firearm discharge near a dwelling. Plus, details on Michigan hosting the Woodcock Wingbee event.
Bay Winter Blitz

S10 : E6 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.06.20

Michigan thumb region officers patrol snowmobilers and ice anglers.
Fall Salmon Surveillance

S10 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.07.20

West Michigan Conservation Officers monitor salmon fishermen, combatting foul-hooked fish retention.
Elk Cold Case

S10 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.08.20

Michigan officer seizes potentially illegal elk-harvest guns, sends them to State Police lab for analysis in the northern Lower Peninsula.
Frigid Fun

S10 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.09.20

Michigan conservation officers patrol snowmobilers in the northern Lower Peninsula.
Firearm Deer Opener

S10 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.10.20

Deer patrols on the firearm opener as well as later in the season by Michigan conservation officers.
Salmon Patrols and Field Trials

S10 : E11 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.11.20

Michigan conservation officers monitor busy fall salmon spawning run, and assist with toy drive for underprivileged children.
Snowmobiles and Moose

S10 : E12 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.12.20

Michigan conservation officers in districts 1 and 5 monitor snowmobilers and ice anglers.
Fish and Turkeys

S10 : E13 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.13.20

Michigan Conservation Officers monitor salmon fishermen, share turkey hunting expertise, and band geese for research.
Trespassing for Deer

S11 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 12.27.21

Two Michigan conservation officers in the southern part of the state investigate a case of deer carcasses they found near some railroad tracks.
Bears and Water

S11 : E2 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.02.22

Two Michigan conservation officers, one in the southwest part of the state and the other in the northeast, check on waterfowl hunters.
October Patrols

S11 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.08.22

One Michigan conservation officer checks on waterfowl hunters while another observes salmon anglers during the busy fall spawning run.
Ice, Ice Fishing

S11 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.16.22

Michigan conservation officers check on ice anglers and snowmobilers in both the Lower and Upper Peninsula.
Deer and Hockey

S11 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.23.22

Michigan conservation officers patrol on the opening day of firearm deer season as well as later in deer season.
Waterfowl West to East

S11 : E6 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.30.22

Two Michigan conservation officers on opposite sides of the state patrol waterfowl hunters in an around state managed public hunting area.
Group Patrols

S11 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.06.22

Michigan conservation officers in the middle part of the state team up to run patrols in both the fall and the winter for deer season.
Honoring Tuskegee Airmen

S11 : E8 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.13.22

Michigan conservation officers assist maritime archeaologists and divers as they explore, investigate, and document the wreckage of a plane from a 1944 crash.
Elk, Hot and Cold

S11 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.20.22

Michigan conservation officers patrol during the state's early and late elk seasons. Also, a blind hunter has a coveted bear tag donated to him.
Ice Fishing Can Be Cold

S11 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.27.22

Michigan conservation officers in two different districts patrol ice anglers and snowmobilers in frigid conditions.
Archery and Firearm Deer

S11 : E11 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.06.22

Michigan conservation officers in the southwest corner and south-central part of the state patrol deer hunters during the archery and firearm seasons.
ORVs in the Spring

S11 : E12 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.13.22

A Michigan conservation officer checks riders of off-road vehicles during a busy weekend in May. And the wildlife division bands ducks in an urban area.
Timber Theft

S11 : E13 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.20.22

A large group of Michigan conservation officers in the state's Upper Peninsula team up to serve warrants on a business owner.
Honesty Goes a Long Way

S12 : E1 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 12.30.22

Michigan conservation officers patrol during the deer openers for both archery and firearm season.
Teaching, Fishing, and Fawn

S12 : E2 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.06.23

A conservation officer in Michigan's District 6 encounters a captive fawn while officers in D2 patrol walleye anglers.
Hot Boats

S12 : E3 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.13.23

Michigan conservation officers in the state's District 7 patrol during a late-summer boat party and also monitor watercraft that may be exceeding the speed limit for boats.
Teal and Turkeys

S12 : E4 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.20.23

A Michigan conservation officer in D-6 patrols on the opener for teal and geese.
September in the UP

S12 : E5 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 01.27.23

Two Michigan conservation officers patrol bear hunters, waterfowlers, and ORV operators in the state's Upper Peninsula during the busy month of September.
Whitefish and ORVs

S12 : E6 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.03.23

One Michigan conservation officer patrols users of off-road vehicles during the Memorial Day weekend.
Winter Recreation and Firearm Deer

S12 : E7 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.10.23

A Michigan conservation officer in D-7 checks on snowmobilers and ice anglers during a chilly February weekend.
Deer, Foraging, and Scenarios

S12 : E8 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 02.17.23

Two Michigan conservation officers in the state's District 8 look into a case of trespassing and violating the safety zone law during the firarm deer season.
Firearm Deer and Patriot Award

S12 : E9 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 02.24.23

Michigan conservation officers in the southeast part of the state check on deer hunters that may be trespassing.
Firearm Deer and Fowl

S12 : E10 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 03.02.23

A Michigan conservation officer looks into an illegal deer during firearm deer season.
Firearm Deer and Michigan Sturgeon

S12 : E11 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.10.23

Michigan conservation officers in both the Upper and Lower Peninsulas monitor hunters during the firearm deer seaon.
Walleye and Women

S12 : E12 | TV-PG | 22 min | Aired: 03.17.23

Michigan conservation officers patrol walleye anglers on the Detroit River and a DNR class focuses on getting more women into the outdoors.
Michigan Conservation Officers

S12 : E13 | TV-PG | 21 min | Aired: 05.11.23

Outdoor Channel donates a check for a memorial to honor fallen conservation officers.

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