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5/24/2018 3:50:00 PMFollowing an extensive period of review and public input, Wisconsin now has two identical fisher and river otter management zones. The new Northern and Southern zones are divided by Highway 64, consistent with the existing bobcat management zones. Moving to a two-zone framework will help improve population models and allow trappers...
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5/24/2018 3:40:00 PMMay 21, 2018 Steve Suman This next week should be interesting. There are chances for showers starting mid-week and increasing for the weekend (some strong storms possible), followed by some very warm days through next Wednesday. However, it took a long time for spring/summer weather to arrive, so (mostly) no one will complain. Enjoy your Me...
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5/24/2018 3:40:00 PMAttention Winnebago System Sturgeon Enthusiasts: Every February there is quite a bit of media interest centered around the lake sturgeon spear fishery on the Winnebago System. The spear season is also highlighted through internal DNR communications including updates on the DNR website and posts on social media. This past seas...
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5/24/2018 3:40:00 PMReport your monarch sightings and take simple steps to help them Wisconsin lies in monarch butterflies' summer breeding range and these beautiful pollinators are arriving now. We can all help assure they remain part of what makes summer special in Wisconsin. DNR’s Natural Heritage Conservation staff are&...
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5/24/2018 3:35:00 PMThe 2018 migratory game bird regulations are now available online - hard copies of the 2018 Migratory Game Bird Regulations should be available in the next few weeks. It's never too early to get familiar with the hunting regulations, especially with some important changes in place for 2018. Notable changes include: North duck zone wil...
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5/24/2018 3:35:00 PMBy Central Office May 21, 2018 Contact(s): Mark Witecha, upland wildlife ecologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, 608-267-7861; Charlotte Roy, grouse project leader, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, 218-328-8876; Kelly Straka, State Wildlife Veterinarian with the Michigan Department of Natural Resour...
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5/24/2018 3:30:00 PMBelow is information about the Wisconsin DNR’s upcoming aerial suppression spray for gypsy moths in Dane County at sites in the cities of Madison and Sun Prairie. WHAT: Aerial spraying for gypsy moth caterpillars by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' Gypsy Moth Suppression Program WHEN: Spraying is expected during the...
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5/24/2018 3:20:00 PMThe water levels are finally receding, and fishing is picking up. The trout streams are still a little muddy but an enjoyable time to catch the big ones. If I can see a foot below the water surface, the trout will bite on those big streams that are brown in color. Make sure you know what trout streams are catch and release and t...
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5/23/2018 6:50:00 PMPublished May 17, 2018 by the Central Office View current conditions for Wisconsin State Parks, Trails and ForestsCheck out the Wisconsin Department of Tourism (exit DNR). General | Northern Region | Northeast Region | Southeast Region | South Central Region | W...
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5/23/2018 6:50:00 PMStatewide Birding Report Many southern birders will long remember this as one of the best May migrations in years. For the second straight week large numbers of warblers, thrushes, orioles, grosbeaks, buntings, and other migrants provided outstanding viewing opportunities. Some, like yellow, Cape May, and Tennessee warblers, even graced oriole and...
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5/23/2018 6:50:00 PMMISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Board of Directors this week announced Kyle Weaver as the new President and CEO, effective June 30, 2018. “It is a tremendous honor to serve as the leader of the most respected wildlife conservation organization in the country, one that does so much for elk, elk habitat and Ame...
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5/17/2018 11:40:00 AMBy Central Office May 16, 2018 Contact(s): Keith Warnke, R3 Team Supervisor, keith.warnke@wisconsin.gov; (608) 576-5243 POYNETTE, Wis.- The planned June opening of the nearly complete Columbia County Public Target Range is now likely to be delayed due to flood damage at the site. Recent heavy rains caused damage to shooting...
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5/17/2018 11:30:00 AMWeekly NewsPublished - May 15, 2018 by the Central Office Free Fun Weekend is June 2-3 "Universe in the Park" returns for its 22nd season to Wisconsin State Park System properties Public meetings set for the draft Northern Lake Michigan Coastal regional master plan Helpful tips can help Wisconsin homeowners avoid potential conflicts wi...
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5/17/2018 11:30:00 AMPhoto from the Inaugural TX Turkey & Hog Hunt Notes From the Field: April 2018 April was an exciting month for our Heroes as we had five different events across four different states. These w...
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5/17/2018 11:30:00 AMFishing Report 5/16/18- Reported by Jim Stroede Guide Service Crappie fishing is just beginning to pick up as a good number of fish are starting to move into the shallows now. We had a nice morning the other day boating lots of nice crappies and also a few big bluegills. The crappies seemed to like the small jig and plastic baits ...
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5/17/2018 11:25:00 AMVIEW THE NEXT 10 DAYS IN LA CROSSE → SEE CALENDAR | GET A GUIDE | WIN STUFF | &n...
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5/17/2018 11:25:00 AMCheck out some of the events coming up in the Sparta area and have some fun! Something for Everyone! If you're looking for something fun and informative to do in the Sparta area over the next few days, be sure to take a look at the following events! ...
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5/15/2018 1:45:00 PMSteve Suman The current forecast predicts warm and slightly windy weather, with rain possible toward the end of the week into the weekend. Spring’s late arrival makes 80-degree temperatures quite welcome, even if accompanied by precipitation. Ice is gone and fishing (and other water recreation) is on! “Welcome to the n...
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5/15/2018 1:35:00 PMThe past few weeks have been crazy with unstable weather patterns and temperature swings. These conditions have in turn made for very interesting hunting and fishing conditions. The turkey hunters are the positive part of this scenario, they have been having a banner year with a lot of hunters getting their birds. The numbers of mature birds tha...
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5/15/2018 1:30:00 PMStatewide Birding Report After a great start to the month, birding remained fantastic across most of the state this week. The north saw its first rose-breasted grosbeaks, Baltimore orioles, gray catbirds, house wrens, ruby-throated hummingbirds, bobolinks, upland sandpipers, and various warblers. Thrushes moved in too, including hermit, Swainson's...
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5/15/2018 1:30:00 PMUpcoming events at Wisconsin recreational properties Friday, May 11 Havenwoods State Forest - Adult Hike: Spring Migrant Bird Walk Heritage Hill State Park - Work*Play*Earth*Day Kinnickinnic State Park - Wild Food Rambles! Peninsula State Park - Like to Hike: Nicolet Trail via "Shanty Bay" Saturday ...
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5/15/2018 1:30:00 PMPublished May 10, 2018 by the Central Office View current conditions for Wisconsin State Parks, Trails and ForestsCheck out the Wisconsin Department of Tourism (exit DNR). General | Northern Region | Northeast Region | Southeast Region | South Central Region |&...
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5/15/2018 1:30:00 PMAll trails in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest are now open including the multi-use Flambeau Trail System! Price County Tourism Department – Reports – Trail & Recreation – http://www.pricecountywi.net/843/Reports---Trail-and-Recreation Updates are posted to the Reports page on an ongoing basi...
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5/15/2018 1:30:00 PMOn 05/11/18, USDA-Wildlife Services verified a threat to human health and safety on privately-owned property located in the Town of Murry, Rusk County, WI. A single wolf was exhibiting little fear of humans by coming in close proximity to an individual after attempts were made to frighten the wolf away. The DNR and USDA-Wildlife Se...
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