Opinions
Turkey hunting season structure
Wisconsin Outdoor News reader Wes Kraemer, of Spring Green, e-mailed in with a good suggestion. Wes has been following the efforts of Scott Walter, the DNR’s turkey ecologist, to update the state’s turkey management plan.
DNR "Sustainability Bill" held up . . .
After a series of strange twist in Springfield, the “DNR Sustainability” appeared on Wednesday appeared as if it was moving forward and would soon be awaiting the signature of Gov. Pat Quinn. The governor is
DNR 'Sustainability' bill ready for Quinn's pen
After a series of strange twist in Springfield yesterday, the “DNR Sustainability” bill nowawaits the signature of Gov. Pat Quinn. The governor is expected to sign it, but given the odd nature of the spring
Backwoods and Farm Pond Favorites
A day on the lake or at a park full of strip pits is great when you can pull it off, but during the long daylight hours of summer, quick fishing opportunities can also present
Becoming a 'Happy Camper'
It was just a few days before Memorial Day weekend and I had still not made any arrangements for camping. The group I had been camping with at Pendleton Center United Methodist Church decided to
Heading South, but in late June?
Those who know Paula and me constantly shake their heads in amazement, and not always – in fact, not usually – in a good sense. Locals here in the North Country are especially aghast that
Secret Streams…
The stream conditions in Central Pennsylvania — the real central Pa., not the Harrisburg area, which is actually more southeast — have been superb and I’ve been out taking advantage them. The good flows and
Lifetime licenses? Devil is in the detail.
Legislation has been introduced in Lansing to create a package of lifetime hunting and fishing licenses. On the surface, it sounds like a good idea that would save sportsmen and women a few bucks. But
Whirlwind day at state capitol comes with twist on new DNR funding
Springfield — Hunters, anglers, DNR staffers and lawmakers all began this week assuming they’d somehow wrap up work toward a DNR funding plan centered on state park admission fees. But there was an unexpected twist.
