DNR Weekly News Update, May 10, 2016
May 10, 2016
White-nose syndrome spreads in Wisconsin; Volunteers needed for summer bat counts and surveys
MADISON - Winter 2016 bat survey results found that white-nose syndrome has spread to new bat hibernating sites in Wisconsin and is starting to decimate bat populations. - Read Full Article
Anglers, boaters play key role in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species
MADISON, Wis. - Anglers and boaters play an important role in preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species and proper handling and disposal of live bait is more important than ever following the discovery of the fish egg-eating, invasive round goby in Little Lake Butte des Morts last year. - Read Full Article
Public comments invited on Great Lakes beach listings
MADISON, Wis. - Public comments and feedback are needed to help the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources complete its annual listing of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior beaches. - Read Full Article
Funding available to support volunteer-based monitoring projects
MADISON - Individuals, community and school groups, conservation organizations and local governments that enlist volunteers to gather critical information on Wisconsin plants, animals, water and other natural resources are invited to apply for up to $5,000 to help fund those monitoring activities. - Read Full Article
Statewide incidental take notice
MADISON -- Commercial fishing activities that may result in the "incidental taking" of rare fish species would be allowed under a broad incidental take permit the Department of Natural Resources is proposing to issue. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not put the overall population of the species at risk. - Read Full Article