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Hardwood Hearings
Sometimes the best photographic opportunities flutter into existence on made up words as I’m walking in my crocs smelling the scuzzy scum of the Rock River. I’m a fan of made up words (and nature’s bountiful scuzzy scum), mostly because it seems like pretty much all words were made up …
The Lake Where You Live
It looks like an idyllic childhood. Imagine you’re a baby loon, a little dark-gray ball of down, paddling along beside mom or dad, or between them. Maybe there’s a twin for companionship. Get tired, climb on mom’s back and ride for a spell. Food is served continuously, fresh fish straight …
‘Paint it, black’
Leg bands on waterfowl have long been used for research by agencies worldwide. In their underlying simplicity, they have changed with the ever alternating avenues of waterfowl research, hunting, and conservation.
New UTV/ATV regulations from June 1, frequent reoccurring violations
Beginning June 1 of this year, there were several new ATV/UTV regulations put in place across the state. In a press release, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) listed new changes regarding statewide ATV and UTV regulations.
ATV/UTV riders: Make safety top priority for your children, passengers
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges families and friends to take extra safety steps with youth who participate in off-road recreation vehicle activities this summer.
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Northwoods Yard & Garden
Black walnut trees can be large attractive trees in the landscape and are also popular with wildlife as a food source. One issue with these trees, however, is they can be toxic to certain plants growing in the vicinity.
Public invited to learn about Border Lakes Forest Legacy project
With the approaching completion of the 1,300-acre Border Lakes Forest Legacy project in the town of Land O’ Lakes, Northwoods Alliance invites the public to an informative program citing project details and public benefits. The Border Lakes Forest will assure foot based public access and showcases the popular Forest Lakes …
DNR announces results of 2026 operation dry water
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of this year’s Operation Dry Water campaign, held over the weekend of July 3-5. Operation Dry Water is a national initiative dedicated to reducing alcohol and drug-related boating incidents and fatalities through education and enforcement. The goal is to …
DNR accepting hunter R3 grant applications
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) grant program. The deadline to submit grant applications is 11:59 p.m. CST on Sept. 15.
Traditional Hunters Education at Minocqua Gun Club starting Aug. 10
The Minocqua Gun Club will host a traditional, in-person Hunter Education class this August. The class will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 8 p.m. at the clubhouse just south of town. The class is structured for a 12-year-old comprehension level. The cost is $10 (cash or …
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2026 elk drawing wrap-up
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) would like to thank all of this year’s elk license applicants. 16 total Wisconsin residents were awarded 16 (10 bull and 6 antlerless) once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt elk during the 2026 elk season, which opens Saturday, Oct. 17. Four additional bull elk licenses …
DNR announces sharp-tailed hunting season closure for 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the sharp-tailed grouse hunting season will be closed for 2026. Permits and applications will not be available or accepted this year.
Are invasive species winning? Not necessarily
From buckthorn choking out forests to pests hitching a ride on Christmas trees, invasive species are reshaping the Northwoods that residents love — and a team of local experts is fighting back.
Twins or step-twins
When we see whitetail fawn twins, we may periodically witness one fawn having a very dark, reddish tan color to their coat, versus the other twin being much lighter and possibly much smaller or larger. Now, it’s fair to say that genetics can pretty well sum everything up as the …
Hardwoood Hearings
One spindly little alder shielded my monochromatic view of the dozen mallards that circled the snowglobe of a lake we hunted that day. I like to think it obstructed their view as much as mine, but given the 24 eyes looking back at me, that was unlikely.
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