DNR Weekly News Update, April 26, 2016
Lake Michigan stocking efforts contribute to diverse angling opportunities
MILWAUKEE - After stocking more than 2.6 million fish into the Wisconsin waters of Lake Michigan in 2015, the Department of Natural Resources is relying on recent harvest data and survey research to implement its Lake Michigan stocking plans for the coming year. - Read Full Article
Wisconsin celebrates Arbor Day Friday, April 29
MADISON -- Communities across Wisconsin this week are celebrating Forest Appreciation Week and Arbor Day, as declared by Gov. Scott Walker. - Read Full Article
Gypsy moth aerial spraying to begin in May
MADISON -- Residents of 21 central and western Wisconsin counties can expect to hear and see loud, low-flying planes as early as sunrise, depending on weather conditions, starting in May. Small, yellow planes will be spraying for gypsy moth caterpillars. These invasive pests defoliate trees during their caterpillar stage, causing stress and potentially tree death. -Read Full Article
October deer hunt for hunters with disabilities provides invaluable opportunity for hunters and landowners
MADISON -- Wisconsin landowners are reminded of an excellent opportunity to help other hunters enjoy Wisconsin's outdoors and sponsor a deer hunt for hunters with disabilities. The deadline for sponsor applications is June 1. - Read Full Article
Three northern Wisconsin communities receive state brownfields awards
MADISON - Communities in Clark, Lincoln and Rusk counties will make good use of three Department of Natural Resources brownfields awards to help assess contamination at two former wood-processing plants and a former creamery. - Read Full Article
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Paul Holtan
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DNR Weekly News Editor
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