OUTDOORS
11-year-old catches two muskies on back-to-back days, one a fish of a lifetime
The Keelers have been coming to the Northwoods for generations — the family having a shack in the Manitowish Waters area. When they were up recently, 11-year-old Otto Keeler landed a pair of muskies, a fish species many consider to be the ultimate catch in freshwater fishing and what’s often …
Swirls, streaks signal toxic threat in Northwoods waters
Streaks of pea soup-colored water and paint-like swirls may signal a silent summer threat: blue-green algae blooms that can release harmful toxins in lakes throughout Wisconsin, including those in the Northwoods.
DNR publishes 2025 fish stocking summary
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently released the 2024 fish stocking numbers for inland waterbodies and the Great Lakes. The DNR raises millions of yearling and fingerling fish to stock into Wisconsin waters every year. Over 5 million fish were stocked in 2024, which helped fulfill the quotas …
DNR seeking volunteers to teach new hunters
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers to teach and certify basic hunter education students and teach hunters of all experience levels practical outdoor skills. Volunteer opportunities are available in all parts of the state.
ATV/UTV safety is a must for children this summer
With thousands of children and teens across Wisconsin gearing up for outdoor adventures this summer, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges families to take ATV and UTV safety seriously.
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Minocqua Dragon Boat Festival supports tick-born illness treatment
The Annual Minocqua Dragon Boat Festival is set to take place on Saturday, Aug. 16, at Torpy Park in Minocqua. In addition to racing on Lake Minocqua, there will be the St. Germain PrimeTimers Food Court, Rotary Dragon’s Breath Beer Tent, children’s activities, and live music.
DNR publishes fall 2025 hunting and trapping forecasts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently released the 2025 fall forecast series, detailing the hunting outlook for a variety of popular game species.
DNR accepting grant applications to build hunting community
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) Grant Program.
Spring waterfowl survey shows positive results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that data is now available from the annual spring survey of breeding waterfowl. The survey indicated stable population numbers and habitat conditions for migratory birds.
The Lake Where You Live
If you look down into the water from your pier, you might see tadpoles lying on the bottom. As a kid I haunted what we called the Pollywog Pond, a marshy puddle in the middle of a residential neighborhood where tadpoles abounded.
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‘Grow A Row Harvest Time’
Calling all gardeners! Harvest time is upon us and the Lakeland Pantry is inviting local green thumbs — and anyone with a love for gardening — to join in supporting our community by donating surplus homegrown produce.
Boulder Junction Community Foundation celebrating 15th anniversary
For 15 years, the Boulder Junction Community Foundation has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing Boulder Junction for present and future generations. Guided by its vision to strengthen community, develop resources, and enrich quality of life, the Foundation has consistently worked to support and uplift the town, making a significant …
Fishing fun for the family
In the midst of fishing season, fishing guide Kurt Justice said the hottest biting fish right now are largemouth bass and bluegill. Justice, who’s out on the water nearly every day, said Northwoods lakes don’t lack either species.
A pest with a purpose
Just about any fun summer activity — a lazy afternoon on the water, an adventurous hike, a satisfying day fishing, brews and bites outdoors with friends — are an open invitation for nature’s party crasher: the mosquito.
Seventh Annual Rod Gaskill Memorial Bass Tournament to benefit Wisconsin Wildlife Federation
The Rod Gaskill Memorial Bass Tournament is in its seventh year, and this year the proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation. The tournament will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, and there is still time to register. The tournament is held at Boom Lake in Rhinelander, …
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