June 27, 2017
DNR to hire 20 full-time conservation wardens; new & experienced urged to apply MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Bureau of Law Enforcement has announced it will hire 20 full-time conservation wardens to fill vacancies statewide in a process officials say will recognize experience in compensation packages and welcome all levels of applicants. - Read Full Article
Spring waterfowl survey results show good production with lots of wetlands MADISON -- Wisconsin's spring 2017 waterfowl population surveys indicate increased numbers of breeding waterfowl pairs and relatively good wetland conditions, which should result in increased waterfowl production this year across the state. - Read Full Article
No permits available for 2017 sharp-tailed grouse hunting season MADISON -- As a result of recent declines in the number of sharp-tailed grouse in spring surveys conducted by wildlife management staff, the Department of Natural Resources has decided that zero permits be made available for the fall 2017 hunting season. - Read Full Article
All hands are on deck this fourth-of-July weekend to stop aquatic invasive species in Wisconsin MADISON - Thousands of Wisconsinites will take to the water this fourth-of-July weekend for the state's busiest boating holiday, and many will be greeted at boat landings by volunteers sharing a simple but powerful message: You have the power to protect lakes and rivers from aquatic invasive species. - Read Full Article
$5 fishing licenses: Get hooked on fun over July Fourth holiday MADISON - Wisconsin's $5 first-time buyer resident fishing license or a reduced price one-day fishing license may be just the ticket for fun for family, friends and visitors getting together for the coming July 4th holiday, state fisheries official say. - Read Full Article
Most fireworks illegal in state forests and parks MADISON - People planning on camping in a Wisconsin state park or forest for the Fourth of July should enjoy fireworks displays in nearby communities -- not at picnic areas, campsites or other areas within state parks, forests and trails. - Read Full Article
County Deer Advisory Council application period closes July 1 MADISON - Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for County Deer Advisory Council seats before the application period closes for all counties July 1, 2017. - Read Full Article
Waterfowl bands must be reported online beginning July 2 MADISON - As of July 2, 2017, the Bird Banding Lab's "1-800 bird band" phone number, which allows the public to report waterfowl bands, will no longer be in service. - 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 Madison WI 53707, 608-267-7517
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