Record number of extended-growth walleye stocked in 2016, with more to come in ’17
Fish from initial year of Wisconsin Walleye Initiative reaching harvest size this year.
Entries sought for Wisconsin Wild Turkey, Pheasant, Waterfowl Stamp design contests
Funds derived from the sale of these stamps contribute to restoration and management efforts on thousands of acres of important wildlife habitat.
Public asked to help shape waterfowl hunting in Wisconsin
Public hearings throughout Wisconsin provide great opportunity to provide feedback regarding fall waterfowl hunting season structure.
Lake trout bag limits expanded on Wisconsin side of Lake Michigan
Emergency rule was developed following an extensive angler engagement process that included seven public meetings with total attendance of 500.
CWD, deer and predator study in full swing in southwest Wisconsin
Study will evaluate factors like predation, habitat conditions, hunter harvest, and CWD to measure impacts on deer survival and deer populations in southern Wisconsin.
In Wisconsin, anglers urged to pull ice fishing shelters before deadlines
DNR recommends anglers start assessing their shelter removal situation early and make arrangements as necessary to meet the removal deadlines.
Lobner tabbed head of Wisconsin DNR Wildlife Management
He previously worked in a number of positions within the wildlife management program.
DNR seeks public input on update of greater prairie-chicken management plan
Population declines over the past several decades have led to an increased emphasis on grassland habitat management on the four core properties and neighboring private lands.
Hugely popular Wisconsin sturgeon-spearing season set to open
Interest in sturgeon spearing continues to be strong with 12,962 licenses sold for the 2017 season, including 12,479 for Lake Winnebago and 483 for the Upriver Lakes.
