DNR Weekly News Update, October 6, 2015
Increase in pheasant broods and production should provide for another exciting ring-necked pheasant hunting season
MADISON - Pheasant broods and production both saw an increase this year, and the Oct. 17 pheasant hunting opener signals another exciting year in the field for upland bird hunters. - Read Full Article
Coordination and close attention to detail leads to safe moose rescue in northern Wisconsin
MADISON - Coordination between the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, U.S Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services, and Canadian National Railroad led to the safe rescue of a moose entangled in wire near a train track outside of Phillips, Wis. - Read Full Article
Fall stocking well underway during third year of Wisconsin Walleye Initiative
MADISON -- Fall walleye stocking is well underway as part of the Wisconsin Walleye Initiative, with some 355,000 of the 6 to 8 inch extended growth walleye now distributed primarily in northern lakes. - Read Full Article
A number of helpful resources are available to help hunters make sure they are ready to use electronic registration
MADISON - In the first year when Wisconsin is using electronic registration as the sole method for hunters to register a deer they have harvested, state wildlife officials have provided hunters with a number of convenient options to consider. - Read Full Article
First harvest certificates are a great way to remember your time in the outdoors for years to come
MADISON - Hunters and trappers of all ages who harvest their first deer, turkey, bear, bobcat, otter, fisher, or simply have a great first year in the field are encouraged to check out the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' selection of first harvest certificates. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
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DNR Weekly News Editor
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, PO Box 7921
Madison WI 53707, 608-267-7517