Event helps share Wisconsin bald eagles' amazing comeback story
36th annual Bald Eagle Watching Days coming Jan. 15-16.
Outdoor learning programs aim to connect students to nature
Outdoor education has a particular appeal in a pandemic, since research shows that coronavirus transmission is much lower outdoors, and kids and adults can more safely go unmasked in the open air.
Ice anglers, too, urged to protect waterways from AIS
Two common non-native aquatic plants in Wisconsin include the curly-leaf pondweed and Eurasian watermilfoil, which remain hardy in winter giving them an advantage over native aquatic plants.
John and Dorothy Priske receive Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award
Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the award recognizes farmers and forestland owners who inspire others with their dedication to land, water and wildlife habitat management on private, working land.
First barn owl nest documented in Wisconsin in 20-plus years
Although there’s been an uptick in barn owl sightings in Wisconsin and other Upper Midwestern states, and has been speculated that a few may be nesting now in southern Wisconsin, this is the first time in more than two decades a nest has been confirmed.
Videos
Fishing debate: Who are the GOATs?
Can’t just pick one? The author has several categories where he recommends his picks for the top fishermen ever.
Six anglers picked for Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame
Two hail from Wisconsin and another from Michigan.
Wisconsin DNR defies board, reduces fall wolf quota
After the policy board bumped the limit to 300 wolves in August, DNR officials recently opted for a quota of 130 animals.
Ammo shortage still a reality, especially for popular rifle cartridges
Consider using shotgun/slugs, muzzleloaders or crossbows this gun season, or find whatever bullets you can and then buy a rifle for those rounds.
DNR learns of 2 Minnesota deer farms that received deer from CWD-positive farm in Wisconsin
The farm where CWD was detected reportedly sold nearly 400 deer to 40 farms in seven states during the past five years.
Minnesota artist James Hautman wins 2021 Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest
He won with his painting of a pair of redheads floating in the water.
Retired DNR game wardens a resource for conservation issues
Todd Schaller, retired DNR chief game warden, has written a series of articles for WON on the subject of creating a sandhill crane season.
U.S. tribes demand emergency protection for wolves
Seek to relist the wolf on an emergency basis for 240 days, ensuring immediate protection.
DNR announces 2022 stamp design contest winners
Robert Metropulous, of Arbor Vitae, won first place in this year's wild turkey stamp category, Mark Kanitz, of Markesan, took first place in the pheasant design category, and Brian Kuether, of Greenfield, won the waterfowl design category.
Using deer 'communication centers' to your advantage all year
Sites used in spring and summer likely good hunting spots in fall.
Waterfowl hunting season brings significant changes
In addition to zone and date changes, hunters will see a state waterfowl stamp fee increase from $7 to $12.
Monarch habitat takes off in Wisconsin
Unprecedented funding and attention adds to gains on the ground.
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