DNR Weekly News Update, July 21, 2015
Great Lakes spotted muskies set for release after year of careful rearing
WILD ROSE, Wis. – After a year of careful rearing at the Department of Natural Resources Wild Rose Fish Hatchery, some 6,000 Great Lakes spotted muskies are set to begin the next phase of their journey, getting ready to test Wisconsin anglers and serve as brood stock in select state lakes. - Read Full Article
Hunters, trappers and sturgeon spearers reminded that Aug. 1 is deadline for many season applications
MADISON -- As fall approaches, Aug. 1 marks a key deadline for many hunters, trappers and spearers in Wisconsin. - Read Full Article
Adopt your favorite Wisconsin Wildlife Area and give back to the outdoors
MADISON – State Wildlife Areas are a great place to enjoy the outdoors, and those interested in giving back to their favorite spot can now adopt a wildlife area. - Read Full Article
Comment period extended for guidance regarding motorized access on department-owned roads
MADISON – The public comment period regarding draft guidance for evaluating motorized use on department roads has been extended through July 31, and those with an interest in how the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources determines which roads are closed or open for motorized use are encouraged to provide feedback. - Read Full Article
Industrial sand company enters into Green Tier program
MENOMONIE, Wis. -- Fairmount Santrol-Wisconsin Industrial Sand Company, a Wisconsin industrial sand company, was formally entered into the state’s innovative environmental Green Tier program today at a celebration at the company’s Menomonie facility. - Read Full Article
La Crosse staffer chosen as new agency sand mining lead
MADISON – Roberta Walls, a veteran Department of Natural Resources staff person working in the La Crosse and West Central Wisconsin areas, has been tapped to be the agency’s new contact on industrial sand mining issues. - Read Full Article