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Give to state’s Endangered Resources Fund and support rare species this tax season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking nature lovers to consider a donation to the Endangered Resources Fund on their Wisconsin income tax form. Donations made through your Wisconsin income tax form are matched and directly support the conservation of rare plants, animals and State Natural Areas.
Wisconsin Land+Water offers scholarship opportunities for 2026 summer conservation camps
Wisconsin Land+Water offers two unique summer conservation camps for middle and high school students in 2026, and thanks to expanded scholarship support, attending may cost little to nothing for eligible students. Open to students from across Wisconsin, these immersive camps provide hands-on outdoor experiences designed to foster a love of …
DNR and Wisconsin Conservation Congress to host spring hearing
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invite the public to attend the annual Fish and Wildlife Spring Hearings held in their county on Monday, April 13, at 6 p.m. to learn about and provide input on resource management in the state. An online …
Northwoods Yard & Garden
As recent snowfall melts away and spring progresses, thoughts turn to yard work and potentially adding new plant material this season. Rather than just walking into local garden centers or nurseries and picking out plants that look nice, do some investigating first. How plants look attracts our attention, but both …
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 …
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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.
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 …
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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 …
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 …
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