DNR Weekly News Update, February 14, 2017
2016 Lake Michigan sportfishing harvest highest since 2012
MILWAUKEE, Wis. -- Lake Michigan anglers reported significantly improved results for many species in 2016, reeling in nearly 385,000 salmon and trout, including the third highest number of coho salmon since 1992. - Read Full Article
Department of Natural Resources and Milwaukee Bucks present “DNR Nights”
MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is teaming up with the Milwaukee Bucks once again for "DNR Nights." - Read Full Article
DNR invites proposals for wetland restoration projects; $6.4 million available
MADISON -- Land trusts, conservation groups and government organizations are encouraged to apply for some $6.4 million available to fund wetland restoration projects. - Read Full Article
Remember wildlife and their habitat at tax time - Donations via income tax form sustain wild Wisconsin
MADISON - Each year, more than 10,000 people use tax season to donate to the Endangered Resources Fund - this simple gesture can help protect and restore endangered birds, bats, turtles, martens and more. - Read Full Article
Public meetings set on changes to northern forests master plans
MADISON -- The public will have an opportunity to review and comment on the final proposal from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for a master plan variance that will classify 75 percent of the state's northern forests as forest production areas. - Read Full Article
Taylor Finger hired by DNR to serve as migratory game bird ecologist
MADISON - Taylor Finger has been named the new Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources statewide migratory game bird ecologist. - Read Full Article
Farmers encouraged to check wetland requirements before digging ditches or placing drain tile
MADISON -- With spring around the corner, farmers may be looking ahead to a variety of maintenance projects such as constructing new ditches or installing drain tile. - Read Full Article
2016 Wisconsin deer harvest summary now available
MADISON - With all 2016 deer hunting seasons officially closed, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources staff would like to thank hunters for another great season in the field. - Read Full Article