OUTDOORS
The fascination and habits of ants
Ants are incredibly-strong, tiny insects that we all have seen. However, when ants invade people’s homes, they aren’t as well-received. There are ways to deal with ants. There are over 100 different ant species that live in Wisconsin and the upper Midwest. A lot of them prefer to live outdoors …
DNR’s Free Fishing Weekend an option to spend some time outside
There are two times a year where people in Wisconsin can get out and fish without having to buy fishing licenses. One of those opportunities is this weekend. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Free Fishing Weekend is also a time different fishing organizations host clinics around the state.
The Lake Where You Live
When my brothers and I were kids, our dad stated confidently, “Human fishing pressure has no real effect on fish populations.” That of course was a time when although catch-and-keep was the culture, equipment was fairly primitive; there were no fish locators, underwater cameras and side-scanning and forward-facing sonar; and …
DNR seeking public input on beaver management
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeks public input on the state’s Beaver Management Plan. Comments can be submitted through various formats (an online comment tool, email or at any of the public listening sessions) through Jan. 31.
DNR urges snowmobilers to operate safely, be careful on ice
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds snowmobilers to be aware of unsafe ice and stay sober on the trails this season.
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Sharp-tailed grouse viewing blind reservations opening soon
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin accepting reservations for sharp-tailed grouse viewing blinds at Namekagon Barrens Wildlife Area on Saturday, Jan. 10. Additional viewing blinds at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area will become available for reservations on Sunday, Feb. 1.
PFAS release and ecological responses to land-applied biosolid
The recent Great Lakes Virtual PFAS Summit featured a presentation entitled, “PFAS release and ecological responses to land-applied biosolids.” Dr. Weilan Zhang of the University at Albany in New York State said PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl) in biosolids must be removed or stabilized before land application to prevent PFAS pollution, …
You got the ice fishing bug, now what?
You ice fished once or twice growing up or you were dragged out onto the ice with a buddy recently and you got the bug … the ice fishing bug. You want to get into it, but you have no idea where to start. While it can be a very …
Otter: The Playful Clown of the Animal World
If you have ever watched a television program, or any type of video in regards to the life of an otter, it is almost inevitable you will finish watching with a peaceful smile on your face. They always seem to be rolling around playing with each other without a care …
Northwoods Yard & Garden
With the New Year comes a new crop of gardening catalogs. Inviting descriptions and color photos make it very tempting to order without considering all factors, especially in the middle of winter. Follow some general guidelines to ensure plant materials ordered are the right ones when the growing season arrives.
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DNR offers free tree seedlings to Wisconsin 4th graders ahead of Arbor Day 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering free tree seedlings to every fourth grade student in Wisconsin as part of its annual Arbor Day tree planting program. Wisconsin fourth grade principals, teachers and homeschoolers can now place seedling orders and coordinate delivery by completing the 2026 Arbor Day …
DNR launches online merchandise store
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the launch of its official online merchandise store, featuring a variety of items celebrating the state’s fish, wildlife, plants, public lands and recreation traditions.
Free Winter Wildlife Snowshoe Hike launches 2026 outdoor adventure series
Trees for Tomorrow is thrilled to kick off another year of free public programming in partnership with Tara Lila LLC. The first program of the season, a Winter Wildlife Snowshoe Hike, will take place on Jan. 31 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Wisconsin Conservation Congress citizen resolution submission opens Jan. 5
Wisconsin residents have the opportunity annually to be involved in a process that is unique to the state, that of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress citizen resolution process. In this process, residents are able to put forth a resolution that they would like to see become a regulation in relation to …
Enjoying winter activities
Christmas Day may be in the past, but the fun doesn’t have to stop. There is plenty of fun winter activities to take in over the holiday break. It’s still Christmas break for kids in school and I know a lot of parents like to take time off work during …
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