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New direction needed at DNR Dick Ellis Candidate for governor Tim Michels indicated in October that if elected he would break up the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to serve 1) business and 2 ) the hunting and fishing, or sporting community. “It’s not my opinion that the DNR is broken,” Michels said. “It’s what I hear everywhere I go.” Better days. John and Jim Ellis with a memorable opening mornin...
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Bear Hunting in Wisconsin

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  • 12/10/2015 10:35:00 AM
    2015 aerial surveys show Wisconsin’s eagle population soars to new record RHINELANDER - Wisconsin's eagle population continues to soar, with statewide aerial surveys in 2015 documenting a record number since the surveys started 43 years ago, according to the Wisconsin Bald Eagle and Osprey Nest Surveys 2015 report [PDF] released earlier ...
  • 9/30/2015 12:35:00 PM
    When hunting, fishing or traveling to Canada, you need to make some basic preparations. Get a passport if you don’t have one and make sure your passport is current.  There are also  FAST cards, but they have limitations.  Children need appropriate documentation.  Passports are recommended.  I take a permission letter...
  • 9/30/2015 12:30:00 PM
    By DICK HENSKE Canada has always has had an appeal that won’t quit.  The beauty of rugged and unspoiled wilderness humbles you.  The areas are vast and private; a place where you can travel for miles and miles and have your breath taken away by every glimpse you catch. There are hundreds of clear sparkling fresh water lakes and end...
  • 9/29/2015 2:35:00 PM
    P.J. Cashman with a 300-pound plus black bear taken with Northern Wisconsin Outfitters his first day on stand.
  • 9/29/2015 2:25:00 PM
    Tom Wurtz of Janesville took his first bear hunting with Northern Wisconsin Outfitters last week in Bayfield County. “These guys at Northern Wisconsin Outfitters run a fantastic, top-notch camp,” Wurtz said during an interview in the Washburn area based camp.  “They know what they’re doing.  They really had good...
  • 9/27/2015 8:55:00 PM
    Father, son, fill bear tags with Northern Wisconsin Outfitters By Chad Meinburg, Oakfield, WIsconsin This is a story about a dream that came true on 09/19/2015 My father Greg Meinburg, was diagnosed with a life threatening illness a few years ago and has been waiting for a new liver for some time now. It has always been my brother and I quest to...
  • 9/23/2015 3:15:00 PM
    On September 20,  Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed an 8 year old female Bluetick Hound and a 4 year old male Plott Hound.  The attacks occurred in the Town of Barksdale, Bayfield County.  More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area ma...
  • 9/21/2015 8:55:00 PM
    It has been an extremely busy past couple of weeks here in Central Wisconsin.  With the Bear Season opener and fall fishing in full swing, the action and excitement is beyond belief. Bear season opened with a bang and Jim Parquette tagged out in the first couple of hours on a very nice boar.  A nice clean kill with his bow and arrow ov...
  • 9/15/2015 7:10:00 PM
    On September 12, Wildlife Services confirmed wolves depredated a 4 year old female Walker Hound in the Town of Sherman, Iron County. More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword "wolf management...
  • 9/15/2015 7:05:00 PM
    On September 12 Wildlife Services confirmed wolves depredated a 5 year old male Bluetick hound and a 5 year old female Plott hound in Bayfield County.  More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword "wolf m...
  • 9/12/2015 12:35:00 PM
    On September 10, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed an 4-year old Plott bear hound.  The attack occurred in the Town of Rusk, Burnett County.  More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword "wolf man...
  • 9/3/2015 8:20:00 AM
    Musky fishing is heating up and our bear baits are being destroyed as we head into the first week ofSeptember.  With water temperatures now in the mid 60’s the fall musky bite is just starting to heat up.  In addition to that, anxious hunters are waiting for the 2015 opener of the Wisconsin bear season, and with less than...
  • 9/3/2015 8:20:00 AM
  • 9/2/2015 10:25:00 AM
    On August 29, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed a 5 year old Plott bear hound.  The attack occurred in the Town of Summit, Douglas County.  More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword "wolf manag...
  • 8/28/2015 9:50:00 AM
    With cooler than normal temperatures this past week the fishing has kind of jump started the fall feeding binge.  We had great success on musky, walleye, bass, and panfish.  In addition to the great fishing the action in the woods has spiked as well and we are seeing increased activity at our bear baiting stations. A lot of the fish we...
  • 8/24/2015 7:20:00 PM
    On August 18, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed a 6 year old female Treeing Walker bear hound and an 8 year old female Treeing Walker bear hound.  The attacks occurred in the town of Barksdale, Bayfield County. More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the ca...
  • 8/24/2015 7:20:00 PM
    “We will continue to provide scents and attractants to hunters until the season begins in September and after,” said Bob Spierings, owner of Bob’s Bear Bait in Appleton.  “Attractants are a very important part of the hunt. As of today (August 20) we are still able to sell customers over 98% of the products listed on the...
  • 8/12/2015 9:50:00 PM
    Don't miss the Seventh Annual Fall Fest on Friday, August 14 and Saturday August 15 from 8 AM to Midnight at Midwestern Shooters Supply, 191 Church Street, Lomira.   Featured attractions include: Specials throughout the store Vendor reps Trial guns Sportsman's Rummage Gun Auction Raffles Food Entertainment Pig W...
  • 8/8/2015 11:55:00 AM
    RHINELANDER, Wis. -- Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources biologistshave confirmed two cougar sightings in Langlade County in northernWisconsin.On July 27, the department received a trail camera photo from a LangladeCounty landowner of a cougar taken July 9. This cougar was captured on a trail camera in Langlade County July 9, 2015.(contribut...
  • 8/8/2015 11:30:00 AM
    2015 Gold Seal Awards contest underwayMADISON – What Wisconsin state park offers the best beach to take Fido? How about the best park for get a workout, seeing wildflowers or family camping?  -  Read Full Article Second phase of DNR land sales parcels available for review MADISON - The Wisconsin Department of Natural...
  • 8/8/2015 11:30:00 AM
    On August 4, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed an 8 year old Treeing Walker bear hound.  The attack occurred in the Town of Washburn, Bayfield County.  More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword...
  • 8/8/2015 11:25:00 AM
    On August 1, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed a 4 year old female Plott bear hound and a 4 year old male Plott bear hound of the same hunting party.  The attacks occurred in the town of Summit, Douglas County. More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the ca...
  • 8/8/2015 11:25:00 AM
    On August 2, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed a two-year-old Bluetick bear hound.  The attack occurred in the town of Alvin, Forest County.  More information and a caution area map are available at the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword "wol...
  • 7/28/2015 12:20:00 PM
    On July 19, Wildlife Services confirmed that wolves killed a 5 year old Black and Tan bear hound.  The attack occurred in the Town of Barnes, Bayfield County.  More information and a caution area map are available on the gray wolf webpage. Hunters are reminded to use the caution area maps on the DNR website (dnr.wi.gov, keyword "wol...
  • 6/25/2015 9:10:00 PM
    MADISON - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources owns and maintainsthousands of miles of roads, and as a result of Wisconsin State Statute23.116<https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/23/116/2>, will berequired to inventory and map all roads located on department property.Each map will designate which roads are open to the ...