It is skunk breading season in Northern Michigan.  The owner of our company, Gregg Schumaker has spoken at national training events and has given local lectures on skunk biology and behavior.  As you can see skunks like Gregg as much as he likes them.  If you are experiencing skunk odors or think you have a den site on your property contact our office 231-347-2540.

Its almost daily that I have a customer tell me of the advice that recieved from a contractor, handyman, or another wildlife control "expert".  The reality is that almost none of these "experts' have received any formal training, or education.  Here in Michigan, anyone can get their wildlife control permit.  No, testing, no mandatory insurance, no training, just shazamm you are a wildlife control professional "endorsed" by the DNR.  Its sad that the consumer thinks anyone can do this work while protecting both the people and the resource, all while being effective.  Maybe someday this will change, but after twenty plus years of performing wildlife control services I am beginning to have my doubts.  I am proud of my certifications, training, and degrees, and in knowing that I am providing the public with biologically sound and scientifically backed solutions to their problems.   

The barn pictured was bat proofed 10 years ago.  It was a lot of work, but is still bat free.  Wildlife can be kept out, if good technique and thorough repairs are made. 

Mole season is in full swing!  Seeing lots of activity at all of our mole accounts.

WMNR has already started removing many moles from our customers yards.  If

your seeing mole activity in your yard give us a call so we can help you!

• 2 species of mole in our area Star nosed mole and Eastern Mole
• Trapping is the only proven effective method
• Moles have a small home range
• males home range is 2 acres, females is a half acre
• not a social animal
• Diet of grubs, earth worms, and minnows
• Dig up to 18 feet per hour

Raccoons and skunks have given birth a few weeks back, adding huge challenges to removing them safely and humanely.  Mole activity is in full swing and we are catching many.  Busy time of year for a Wildlife Control Operator.