DNR Weekly News Update, August 26, 2014
County Deer Advisory Councils will provide great opportunity for local input and deer herd management throughout Wisconsin
MADISON -- Planning for the 2015 deer hunting season is underway, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Wisconsin Conservation Congress encourage anyone interested in discussing their local deer herd to attend a County Deer Advisory Council meeting this fall. - Read Full Article
2014 Wisconsin wild rice harvest season outlook
MADISON – Reports on the abundance of wild rice across northern Wisconsin vary for the 2014 ricing season, but the season outlook is generally fair, according to state and tribal biologists. Overall, rice maturity will be later due to this year’s weather patterns, and rice found within river systems may be maturing slightly earlier than rice found within lakes and flowages. - Read Full Article
Short course golf learning center opens at Peninsula State Park
FISH CREEK, Wis. – A new six-hole golf course intended to help introduce people to the sport of golf will open this week at Peninsula State Park in Door County. - Read Full Article
Wisconsin wolf social survey results now available on Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website
MADISON – The results of a statewide social survey on attitudes toward wolves are now available on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ website. - Read Full Article
Three new trails open to hikers, bikers this summer in Wisconsin
MADISON – Hikers and bicyclists have additional trails to explore in Wisconsin this summer and fall with the opening of three new trails this summer. - Read Full Article
Master Planning begins for the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area and nearby properties
MADISON -- The public will have an opportunity to provide input on future management of the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area and three additional nearby state properties at an upcoming public meeting. - Read Full Article
Wisconsin DNR proposes to scale back its own gypsy moth suppression efforts
MADISON -- The success of gypsy moth control efforts over the past decade may open up new opportunities for the private sector as the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources considers phasing out its control program and encouraging communities to work with local contractors when scattered infestations appear. - Read Full Article
De Pere, Chilton receive awards to start cleanup of contaminated properties
MADISON – Old contaminated properties in two northeastern Wisconsin communities are on track for future cleanup and redevelopment thanks to awards from the Department of Natural Resources. - Read Full Article
Comment period extended to Oct. 31 for Lake Michigan Integrated Fisheries Management plan
MADISON -- The long-term fisheries management plan for Wisconsin's Lake Michigan waters is being updated and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is extending the public comment period through the end of October to allow more stakeholders a chance to provide feedback. - Read Full Article
DNR Public Access Lands atlas is perfect for finding public lands to hunt, view fall colors, and enjoy other fall activities
MADISON – With fall colors, hunting seasons, and cooler weather approaching, outdoor enthusiasts are reminded to check out the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Public Access Lands atlas. - Read Full Article
Natural gas pipeline lateral project may result in the incidental take of rare species
MADISON -- Construction of a new natural gas lateral in west central Wisconsin may result in the "incidental taking" of several rare species under an authorization the Department of Natural Resources proposes to issue for the project. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not put the overall population of the species at risk. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
Paul.Holtan@wisconsin.gov
DNR Weekly News Editor
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, PO Box 7921
Madison WI 53707, 608-267-7517