DNR Weekly News Update, October 29, 2013
October 29, 2013
New Zealand mud snails discovered in Black Earth Creek
MADISON – The invasive New Zealand mud snail that has been a problem in western U.S. streams has been detected in Black Earth Creek, a renowned trout stream in Dane County. - Read Full Article
Comments sought on economic impact of proposed changes to the invasive species rule
MADISON -- Businesses, developers, scientists and citizens have through Dec. 31 to submit comments on the potential economic impact of proposed changes to a state rule to prevent the introduction of new invasive species to Wisconsin and to control or eradicate those here but not yet established. - Read Full Article
Online survey will help shape the state’s future walleye stocking strategy
MADISON -- Walleye anglers and others interested in walleye management are invited to take an online survey to help shape the state’s future stocking strategy for walleye now that a $13 million investment to upgrade facilities and increase operating funds is expected to significantly boost the number of larger walleye stocked in Wisconsin. - Read Full Article
Deer Hunt Wisconsin 2013 to air in November
MILWAUKEE -- Deer Hunt Wisconsin 2013 is the 22nd annual hour-long special designed to help hunters prepare for the upcoming firearms deer season. Host Dan Small will interview Department of Natural Resources Secretary Cathy Stepp and other DNR staff to discuss research on Wisconsin’s deer herd, efforts to recruit new hunters, the impact of deer on forest habitat, new regulations and a forecast for this year’s hunt. - Read Full Article
Hunters urged to donate venison for food pantries
MADISON – Hunters can donate deer to help feed the hungry through a partnership that over the past 13 years has provided food pantries across the state with 3.7 million pounds of ground venison, state wildlife officials say. - Read Full Article
Learn to Hunt Pheasant programs scheduled for early December
POYNETTE, Wis. – Youth and novice hunters age 10 and older are invited to sign up for free Learn to Hunt Pheasant programs sponsored by the Friends of Poynette Game Farm and Pheasants Forever. Two programs at two different locations are offered; Dec. 7-8 at the Department of Natural Resources MacKenzie Center near Poynette and Dec. 13-14 at the Wern Valley Sportsmens Club in Waukesha. - Read Full Article
New Web page helps people locate DNR multilingual publications
MADISON -- In continued efforts to increase customer service opportunities, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources launched a new webpage featuring published publications in Spanish and Hmong languages. The page provides easy access to educational and informational documents on hunter safety and regulations, fish consumption advisories, children’s activities and recycling and waste reduction tips. - Read Full Article