4/15/14 DNR Weekly News Update
May 3 inland fishing opener kicks off another exciting year of fishing
New this year: largemouth bass harvest available statewideEditor’s note: This and the trout stocking release are the first in a series of releases relating to the 2014 fishing season. Check back in coming weeks for stories on new informational tools available for anglers, fish consumption advice and new findings supporting the health benefits of sport-caught fish, cold water boating safety, and how to keep Wisconsin fish healthy by taking steps to prevent spreading aquatic invasive species and fish diseases. - Read Full Article
DNR plans to stock more than 316,000 catchable-size trout in inland waters
MADISON – More than 316,000 catchable size trout are being stocked in dozens of inland trout waters across Wisconsin before the May 3 inland fishing season opener. A list of waters receiving fish and how many were planned for stocking is now available online. - Read Full Article
Migratory birds start arriving; join April 22 online birding chat
MADISON – Wisconsin’s parade of migratory birds – although a little behind schedule due to cold spring temperatures – is starting to arrive and an April 22 live online chat with state birding experts will help people get ready for the big month ahead. - Read Full Article
Recycling old electronics during spring cleaning gives gadgets a new life
State residents have recycled nearly 150 million pounds of electronics since 2010 - Read Full Article
This Arbor Day, plant a tree and watch Wisconsin’s future take root
MADISON – What’s the best kind of tree to plant this Arbor Day? - Read Full Article
Free DNR “First Turkey Certificate” new way to honor first-time turkey hunting success
MADISON – More than 135,000 hunters take to the woods each year in Wisconsin to pursue the wild turkey, many for the first time. - Read Full Article
DNR using car kill assessments, research, and winter severity index to help gauge winter’s effects on Wisconsin deer
MADISON – In order to gather more information regarding the status of deer throughout the state, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is conducting health assessments on car-killed deer and evaluating this winter’s effects on Wisconsin’s deer herd. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
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