DNR Weekly News Update, September 1, 2015
2015 Wisconsin Fall Hunting and Trapping Forecast now available
MADISON – Many fall hunting and trapping seasons are just around the corner, and this year’s Wisconsin Fall Hunting and Trapping Forecast [PDF] is now available. - Read Full Article
Sept. 12 marks opening of archery and crossbow deer hunting seasons
MADISON – With fall right around the corner, Sept. 12 marks the opening of the 2015 archery and crossbow deer hunting seasons. These seasons will run concurrently statewide, from Sept. 12 to Jan. 3, 2016. - Read Full Article
Archery deer season is perfect time to brush up on tree stand and harness safety
MADISON - Wisconsin's archery and crossbow deer season opens Saturday, Sept. 12, and that means it's time to review how to stay safe in your tree stand. - Read Full Article
Record number of permits available and stable bear population sets the stage for another Wisconsin bear hunting season
MADISON - The black bear population has remained stable throughout most of Wisconsin -- a welcome sign for bear hunters as they prepare for another fall hunting season. - Read Full Article
Sturgeon hook and line season set to open; changes take effect on Menominee River
MADISON -- The 2015 hook and line sturgeon season will get underway Saturday, Sept. 5, and run until Sept. 30 on waters including the Chippewa River, Wisconsin River and other select areas where careful management has produced a sustainable fishery for the majestic fish. - Read Full Article
Monroe man wins award for his stewardship of State Natural Areas
BLACK EARTH, Wis. - A Monroe man who organizes weekly volunteer workdays to help care for state natural areas in south central Wisconsin has been named Volunteer Steward of the Year. - Read Full Article
Two rural communities receive state brownfield awards
MADISON – Two rural communities on opposite ends of the state received brownfield awards totaling approximately $75,000 from the Department of Natural Resources to help clean up contaminated properties and spur redevelopment. - Read Full Article
Michels Corporation Seeks Green Tier Membership
BROWNSVILLE, Wis -- The public has an opportunity to comment on an application for Wisconsin’s Green Tier program by Michels Corporation. The company’s application to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource will cover its Brownsville corporate headquarters in Dodge County. - Read Full Article
Grants available to help municipalities with maintaining or removing dams
MADISON – Applications are now available from the Department of Natural Resources for the Municipal Dam and the Dam Removal grant programs. - Read Full Article
Hunter Recruitment, Development, Training and Education grant program is now accepting applications
MADISON – Organizations interested in ensuring the education, training and development of safe and ethical hunters and mentors can now apply for cost-sharing grants to conduct programs under the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Hunter Recruitment, Development, Training and Education grant program. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
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DNR Weekly News Editor
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