DNR Weekly News Update, September 22, 2015
September 22, 2015
New video takes viewers on a tour of Wisconsin State Parks
MADISON -- From biking, hiking and camping to kayaking, rock climbing, horseback riding and more, the Wisconsin State Park System has something for everyone, and a new video is inviting people to take a tour of the properties and then stop by and visit one. - Read Full Article
See salmon run!
MADISON -- Up and down the Wisconsin shores of Lake Michigan, chinook salmon are staging for the biggest race of their lives – a final run to spawn in rivers including the Root in Racine, Kewaunee in Kewaunee County and Strawberry Creek in Door County. - Read Full Article
Southern and Mississippi River duck zones open one-half hour before sunrise Oct. 3
MADISON -- One-half hour before sunrise on Saturday, Oct. 3, duck hunters in the Southern and Mississippi River Zones will be in the field a bit earlier than usual for another fall duck hunt. New in 2015, opening day shooting hours will now begin one-half hour before sunrise (previously 9 a.m.) -- this change is a result of a shift in public desires. - Read Full Article
This fall, get outdoors to support Wisconsin’s state wildlife areas
MADISON -- Autumn brings scenic foliage and mild temperatures, and for those interested in enjoying the outdoors, it is a perfect time to enjoy one of Wisconsin’s wildlife areas, natural areas and state parks. - Read Full Article
Eagle plate sales take off; on pace to exceed predecessors’ performance
MADISON – Sales of Wisconsin’s new eagle design license plate are taking off and on pace to exceed the first year performance of its two predecessor Endangered Resources plates, state endangered resources officials say. - Read Full Article
Want to learn to hunt? Fun group events can help you get started
MADISON – People interested in learning how to hunt for their own food, but not sure how to get started can sign up for a Learn to Hunt event, which combine classroom instruction and ends with a real hunt with an experienced hunter. - Read Full Article
Grants available for hunter recruitment, development, training and education programs
MADISON – Local conservation clubs, organizations, communities, individuals, governments, tribes, and colleges and universities have until Nov. 17, 2015 to apply for cost sharing to develop and conduct hunter training, development, and education programs. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
Paul.Holtan@wisconsin.gov
DNR Weekly News Editor
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, PO Box 7921
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