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Wisconsin DNR investigating black bear attack in Barron County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced on Sunday that the agency is investigating after a 69-year-old woman was attacked by a black bear near the town of Comstock in Barron County.
The victim reported the attack around 2 p.m. Saturday, July 12. She was able to call 911 and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The victim’s condition is currently unknown, but the DNR said in the release that she sustained severe injuries.

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Ohio now features more than 900 bald eagle nests in the state

Ohio can celebrate a milestone this summer with 964 confirmed active bald eagle nests, according to the Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife. More than 1,800 reports from citizen scientists statewide helped complete the 2025 bald eagle nest census. Division of Wildlife staff followed up on these reports and confirmed nest locations in 87 of Ohio’s 88 counties.

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New York Mixed Bag: Summer boaters reminded to follow clean, drain, dry practices

Albany — As the summer boating season begins its busiest stretch DEC reminds boaters of all types of vessels not to forget to take steps to protect New York’s waters from aqauatic invasive species. AIS can easily spread between waterbodies by attaching to boats and other water recreation equipment.

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Mixed Bag: DNR seeks input on proposed special fishing regs

The Minnesota DNR is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals. Each year, the agency reviews all existing fishing regulations, proposes new special regulations that apply to individual waters, and asks the public for input about the proposals. All new special regulations are reviewed on a regular basis to evaluate effectiveness.

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