DNR Weekly News Update, February 3, 2015
Thick ice, above average water clarity likely to greet 2015 sturgeon spearers
OSHKOSH, Wis. -- With cold snouts full of wiry barbels and a row of bony plates called scutes along their backs, lake sturgeon aren’t exactly cuddly. - Read Full Article
Efforts underway for Wisconsin Bikeways Project
MADISON -- The public will have an opportunity through a variety of public participation efforts to help identify, create and promote a network of mapped bicycle routes in Wisconsin. - Read Full Article
Wisconsin launches largest statewide bird survey in history
MADISON – Birders are grabbing their binoculars and getting ready to count birds for a good cause as Wisconsin launches its most comprehensive bird survey ever. The effort, known as Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas II, will last five years, enlist thousands of citizen scientists and help shape bird conservation efforts for the next generation, according to organizers. - Read Full Article
Start a new year of adventures with Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine’s February issue
MADISON -- Winter is a great time to catch up on reading and Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine has a collection of stories in its February issue that will get readers ready for adventures in all seasons in 2015. - Read Full Article
Online Deer Management Assistance Program chat Feb. 5
MADISON – Landowners and land managers with an interest in deer and habitat management are encouraged to participate in an online chat Feb. 5 at noon to learn more about the Deer Management Assistance Program. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
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