Wardens of the North
Animal Planet Running Crime • Nature
Follow Michigan Conservation Officers as they protect and patrol the most precious natural resources in one of the nation's most remote areas.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
6 episodes
E01
Over the Limit
Mon, Sep 11 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Conservation officers crack down on boaters not complying with the law; a routine fishing patrol has officers tracking down over-the-limit anglers; a kayaker is reminded that lifejackets work best when worn, even when close to home.Â
E02
Water-Winter Wonderland
Mon, Sep 18 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A deer hunt results in shots fired into a nearby home; during snowmobile season, riders enjoy the winter wonderland, but unsafe driving puts a damper on the fun for some drivers.
E03
Searching for the Illicit
Mon, Sep 25 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A major search warrant has officers investigating a suspect who's allegedly been hunting deer illegally for years. The bear season has some hunters covering their tracks, while others are hiding recreational drugs.
E04
Fishing for Trouble
Mon, Oct 2 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
An undercover patrol catches law-breaking anglers red-handed. Conservation officers set up a three-point patrol along tributaries that channel into Lake Michigan, and they uncover a number of foul-hooked lake whitefish.
E05
Do You Know the Speed Limit?
Mon, Oct 9 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
On a busy weekend, officers set up a speed patrol to track how fast boaters are travelling; officers find that as waterfowl season begins, hunters don't always have the necessary permits.
E06
Too Close to the Safety Zone
Mon, Oct 16 2023 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
During firearm deer season a hunter insists he's searching for coyotes when he's caught using an unauthorised gun. Officers track down a man who killed a deer first and bought his licence later. Hunters raise concern when they're too close to houses.
Season 2
8 episodes
E01
What's That Smell?
Mon, Jan 8 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Warden Greenway braves the elements to patrol ice fishermen; a snowmobiler runs into trouble when the warden finds he doesn't have a valid registration; wardens come across a deer hunter on opening day who doesn't have a hunting license.
E02
I Told That Sherriff to Call
Mon, Jan 15 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A warden checks on a hunter he suspects may be illegally baiting deer; a warden tracks down hunters using blinds on state land and finds they aren't quite abiding by the law; wardens enforce the law with anglers on the Detroit River.
E03
We Have Elk in Michigan?
Mon, Jan 22 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A hunter who mistakenly takes down an antlered elk has to face the consequences. A warden has to come down hard on an ORV hunter who is skirting the law. A warden investigates a hunter on private property.
E04
Adult Skip Day!
Mon, Jan 29 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The epic "Jobbie Nooner" event has wardens patrolling the waters of Lake St. Clair; things get interesting when a massive storm rolls in. Spring in Michigan can come with major forest fires, and the DNR puts all their resources to keep them in check.
E05
Fire in the Hole
Mon, Feb 5 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wardens crack down on anglers not following the rules while salmon fishing. A hunter with a checkered past is caught red-handed. Beaver dam management calls for some drastic measures. Elk hunting season finds eager hunters on their best behaviour.
E06
Oh, Deer! In the Boys' Room
Mon, Feb 19 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Adventurous deer get caught in a school bathroom, and wardens are tasked with getting them out safely. A bear is shot too close to an occupied building, and the owner wants wardens to prosecute the hunter. Students come face-to-face with sea lamprey.
E07
We're Looking into Something
Mon, Feb 26 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wardens get warrants to seize and test two firearms suspected of shooting an illegal elk. Meanwhile, Michigan's annual Tip-Up Town winter festival keeps wardens busy, and snowmobilers give wardens a run for their money.Â
E08
It's Turkey Time
Mon, Mar 4 2024 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wardens ensure that snowmobilers are abiding by the law, then they help with an annual sled dog race. Trespassing anglers are caught in the act while salmon fishing. Bird hunters are out in force.
Season 3
5 episodes
E01
It's on Fire Here
Mon, May 20 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wardens have to commandeer hunting tags and harvested animals when hunters are caught not following regulations. An angler who repeatedly violated regulations is confronted. A warden finds hunters on the verge of illegally baiting.
E02
Lakeside Law-Breaking
Mon, May 27 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
The sand dunes at a state park become hectic over the 4th of July weekend. A dirt bike rider gets a hefty fine after being caught red-handed breaking the law. A feisty out-of-control rider nearly causes a collision while passing right by an officer.
E03
A Goose Chase
Mon, Jun 3 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wardens patrol frozen waters and find snowmobilers getting too close for comfort. An angler with a medical marijuana card finds there are limits to where he can use. Wardens witness concerning signs of hunters illegally baiting.
E04
Why, Is That Bad?
Mon, Jun 10 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Wardens have to put off-road vehicles in their place. A hunter is found illegally baiting bear. An ORV driver operating on a public road is caught without a license. Anglers found foul-hooking fish pay the price.
E05
The Graduates
Mon, Jun 17 2024 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Recent graduates of the Conservation Academy get their feet wet in the real world. Officers crack down on hunters who illegally harvested deer over bait. Officers find boaters who didn't realize their new vessel isn't up to regulation.
Season 4
11 episodes
E01
One Bear, Three Stories
Mon, Apr 28 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A poaching case unveils one dead bear, three stories, and a rare find.
E02
Fair Game
Mon, May 5 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E03
Eyes in the Skies
Mon, May 12 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E04
Protecting Nature, Preserving History
Mon, May 19 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E05
Hunting With Heritage
Mon, May 26 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E06
Silver Lake Sand Dunes
Mon, Jun 2 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E07
The Buck Stops Here
Mon, Jun 9 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E08
The Snow Tells a Story
Mon, Jun 16 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E09
Michigan's Sturgeon Spear Season
Mon, Jun 23 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E10
A Fair Chase
Mon, Jun 30 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E11
Unfinished Business
Mon, Jul 7 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Season 5
14 episodes
E01
Bear Tracks And River Trails
Mon, Aug 4 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Officers enforce bear and fishing laws across Michigan's wild north.
E02
Lines In The Land And Lakes
Mon, Aug 11 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Officers crack down on illegal deer hunting and patrol lake safety.
E03
River Rules
Mon, Aug 18 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Officers patrol rivers, fields, and roads to enforce Michigan's laws.
E04
Eyes in the Sky, Boots on the Ground
Mon, Aug 25 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Officers prep for turkey season and crack down on illegal deer hunts.Â
E05
Field Work and Floodlines
Mon, Sep 1 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Officers patrol and investigate as DNR crews aid flood recovery.
E06
Four Seasons
Mon, Sep 8 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Officers protect waterfowl and patrol Michigan's icy terrain.
E07
From the Field to the Ice
Mon, Sep 15 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E08
Tags Tracks And Takedowns
Mon, Sep 22 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E09
Wild Duties, Human Stories
Mon, Sep 29 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E10
Second Chances
Mon, Oct 6 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E11
Weekend Patrol
Mon, Oct 13 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E12
Revved Up
Mon, Oct 20 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E13
From The Woods To Classroom
Mon, Oct 27 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E14
Hooks and Hooves
Mon, Nov 3 2025 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Season 6
6 episodes
E01
Open Season
Tue, Dec 30 2025 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E02
Rebel Riders
Tue, Jan 6 2026 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E03
More Bait, More Problems
Mon, Jan 12 2026 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E04
On Thin Ice
Mon, Jan 19 2026 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E05
Fire In The Hole
Mon, Jan 26 2026 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E06
Sparks Fly
Mon, Feb 2 2026 2:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min