Anticipation builds for Wisconsin gun deer season
Deer numbers are trending upward in much of the state.
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.
Pheasants – and more of them – for Christmas
Holiday pheasant stocking expands to 25 state properties.
Upcoming Wisconsin wolf season on hold
Dane County circuit court judge issues injunction.
Big woodpeckers and renewed life for Migratory Bird Treaty Act
Despite an extinction press release from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, some good conservation news has emerged from Washington D.C.
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SPRO® Introduces New Flappin’ Frog to Continue Amphibious Domination
Part of the Essential series, the SPRO® engineers worked diligently to create the new Flappin Frog, extending the company’s footprint in the world of topwaters with a frog meant to be buzzed
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.
Chimichurri Venison Tacos
Tacos are a great summer crowd-pleaser because each person can adjust the fixings to suit their taste buds. The simple chimichurri sauce adds a ton of fresh herby flavors and a zing of acidity by itself. But some other great toppings that work with this recipe include grilled onions, pico de gallo, avocado, a good crumbly cheese (e.g., queso fresco, cotija), or corn salsa. It’s the perfect summer meal to use up some of last fall’s venison and impress your friends.
Highly invasive plant discovered in wild for first time in Wisconsin
European frogbit, a prohibited invasive plant with the potential to invade shallow or slow-moving water areas, found In Oconto County.
Fair Day Venison Corn Dogs
Venison Corn Dogs are perfect as a make-ahead meal and can be frozen after they’re cooked for up to 3 to 6 months. Simply quadruple the recipe, fry them all, then allow them to cool on cooling racks. Once cooled, just place them in freezer bags and bring them out during hunting season to quickly reheat.
DeerFest is back
Event to run Aug. 6-8 at Washington County Fair Park.
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