OUTDOORS
Our Spot on the North Side
A simple stroke of my paddle broke the reflection of a million stars that illuminated the cold and calm October darkness. Nautical twilight was just beginning to show as we started the voyage to the north side of the lake. With a combination of hope and somewhat stubborn optimism, I …
WCC bear advisory committee forwards recommendations to NRB
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) bear advisory committee met on Dec. 5 to review and forward recommendations from the Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) bear advisory committee regarding harvest quotas and license numbers for the 2026 bear season.
Reindeer: the workhorse of the arctic
We might say that Santa Claus has his own reindeer to take care of, but up in northern Alaska and all the way to the Canadian Arctic the natives in those particular regions also rely on the reindeer for other obvious reasons. The reindeer, more or less a sub-species of …
The Lake Where You Live
Do you ever think of your lake as a place for your winter walks? Each year after hanging up the bicycle from hooks screwed into the garage rafters, I turn to plying the town roads on foot. Cold weather is no reason to stop exercising.
Northwoods Chapter of Muskies, Inc. hosts second annual Battle on St. Germain Lakes on Jan. 17
Fishing guide Jim Lund started the Battle on St. Germain Lakes last year, a family-friendly ice fishing tournament on 14 lakes in the St. Germain area. Over 200 people attended this first-ever event and competed for over $9,000 in prizes that organizers were able to raise. The event also provided …
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DNR seeks nominations for 2025 Ethical Hunter Award
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting award nominations for the 2025 Wisconsin Ethical Hunter Award. Nominees are selected based on exceptional moral actions and character while out in the field.
Snowmobile riders: Ride safe and sober this holiday season
As some snowmobile trails begin to open, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds snowmobilers to stay sober on the trails this season and be aware of unsafe ice. Two of the most common off-highway vehicle (OHV) crash contributors around the holidays are weak ice and impaired operation. Both …
Northwoods Yard & Garden
Using plant keys, or what are also commonly called dichotomous keys, is a useful way to identify plants. With the holidays upon us, if you have access to a live Christmas tree, you can get a taste of this process just using needles on tree branches to “key out” or …
Wisconsin invited to participate in Wisconsin Conservation Congress resolution process
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invites all Wisconsinites to take part in its annual spring hearing process. The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on how to responsibly manage Wisconsin’s natural resources.
Wolf advisory committee updates prompt questions from Conservation Congress
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) wolf advisory committee met this month at the Mead Wildlife Area in Milladore to hear updates on wolf management efforts in the state, including progress on the Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) re-established wolf advisory committee.
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GLITC class teaches everyone how to butcher and can venison
A free class was held in Lac du Flambeau the weekend of Dec. 6-7, teaching people how to butcher a deer, properly prepare and can the meat and how to safely store it. The two-day class, at the Old Bingo Hall on Little Pines Road, was put on by the …
Oneida County forestry committee approves RASTA trail agreement, 2026 department work plan
At a Dec. 9 meeting, the Oneida County forestry recreation and land committee approved the annual trail maintenance agreement with the Rhinelander Area Silent Trails Association (RASTA), as well as the 2026 forestry department work plan.
Minocqua Gun Club Annual Fundraising Banquet Feb. 28
The Minocqua Gun Club will be having its 29th Annual Fundraising Banquet on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 at the Whitetail Inn in St. Germain. There will be great food, fun and fellowship, plus raffles, games and prizes, all supporting the Minocqua Gun Club.
The Lake Where You Live
As I wait for the Birch Lake ice to thicken and watch the snow pile up on the private road down the hill, I’m thinking about 10 days from now. That’s when grandsons Tucker and Perrin arrive for their Christmas season visit. They are 13 and 12 years old now …
Winter Free Fishing Weekend opens doors to the outdoors Jan. 17-18
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 to share the fun and excitement of winter fishing.
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