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Did you catch a tagged fish this year?
The 2025-26 fishing season recently finished and some anglers may have encountered a situation during the year where a tagged fish was caught and they didn’t know what it was or what to do with it. Nathan Lederman, a fisheries biologist for the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR), said …
Vilas County forestry, recreation and land committee looks at snowmobile trail opening policy, nonmotorized trail improvements
Nonmotorized recreational trails as well as the snowmobile trail opening policy were on the agenda for the March 3 meeting of the Vilas County forestry, recreation and land committee. According to Vilas County parks and recreation supervisor Todd Bierman, in the way of nonmotorized recreational trails, the county had received …
The Lake Where You Live
Your winter trip to a warm climate is over. You’re dreading the drive home. It’s long. It’s arduous. Just be glad you’re not a loon. Right now the loons are in their wintering waters. Many are in the Gulf of Mexico, about 1,200 miles from our Northwoods lake country. For …
Celebrate and protect groundwater this year
Join the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in celebrating groundwater all year long. The annual awareness week highlights how important groundwater — water that exists underground — is to Wisconsinites and the rest of the nation. Groundwater is often a forgotten resource because it is not easily visible, yet …
Order native plants to support state’s pollinators
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that native plant sales are popping up around the state now through early June. By planting native plants in your outdoor space, you can support the entire ecosystem by providing the most beneficial food for pollinators.
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Learn composting at Trees for Tomorrow in Eagle River April 18
Trees For Tomorrow’s (TFT) Sustainable Living Institute has teamed up with Master Gardener Alice Kramer to bring you Composting 101. Develop a new habit this year with the knowledge gained through our expert-led class! On April 18, just a few short days before Earth Day, learn to turn those food …
DNR now accepting artwork for 2027 turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp contests
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests. The winning designs will appear on the 2027 collection of stamps. Each year, local artists from across Wisconsin compete for the opportunity to showcase their talents, commemorate their …
Turkey hunting season starts in April
The 2026 spring turkey season begins in April. Bonus authorization tags are on sale now. Visit gowild.wi.gov for more information.
DNR now accepting entries for Great Waters Photo Contest and Writing Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting entries for the 18th annual Great Waters Photo Contest and Writing Project now through April 1. Top photographs and writing submissions will be included in the next Wisconsin’s Great Waters Calendar.
An Influx of Cottontails?
Maybe it’s just me, but in the last month, I personally have been seeing more rabbits than I have in the last few years. Naturally, this time of year is when the rabbits have begun the mating phase, which means if you have one living in your back yard, you …
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Northwoods Yard & Garden
Often taken for granted as just a routine task done all season, mowing has an enormous impact on lawn appearance and health. Sound mowing not only enhances lawns visually but reduces common problems, especially weeds. Lawn mowing is still weeks away but now is an opportune time to review sound …
Bonus harvest authorizations for spring turkey season available now
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) began selling bonus harvest authorizations for the 2026 spring turkey season yesterday with a designated sale date for each zone. Previously known as leftover permits, bonus harvest authorizations will be available online through the Go Wild license portal and at all license sales …
2025 deer season recap shows 9-day gun-deer season down slightly, all other season harvest totals ahead of 5-year average
On Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Natural Resources Board (NRB) met for their regular meeting and received an update from Department of Natural Resources (DNR) staff. Alene Kleczek, the DNR’s program director for customer and outreach services started the presentation, saying while the changes in the Northern Zone Deer Management Units …
Fisheries and wildlife spring hearings questions revealed, brought to Natural Resources Board
Each year the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Department of Natural Resources (DNR) partner for the spring hearings. The hearings are held on the second Monday in April in every county in the state. Now there is also an online option to answer the same questionnaire regarding the state’s natural …
The Lake Where You Live
Six more inches of snow fills the driveway and covers the walk. A friend on the phone complains, “I am so over winter.” Most of us are. From December through February, I watched the white banks rise as I blew or shoveled each new snowfall. Waist high. Shoulder high. Head …
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