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A watershed moment in Oneida County
The Oneida County Land and Water Conservation Department (OCLW) reminds the public that land health and water health are deeply connected. Oneida County has over 1,100 lakes within 49 watersheds, defined as an area of land that drains or “sheds” water into a specific waterbody.
The Lake Where You Live
They say a lake, though filled with an inanimate substance, is a living system. And in many ways that’s true. For example, your lake breathes. And right now it is about to take a great big, deep, cleansing breath.
DNR announces 2025 Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest winners
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the 2025 Wisconsin wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp design contest. Talented artists from around Wisconsin submitted artwork for judging, which took place on Aug. 24 at the Wisconsin Waterfowl Expo in Oshkosh. The winning entries will be …
Lumberjack announces 2024-26 officers
At their meeting in April, Lumberjack Resource, Conservation & Development Council held elections. The 2024 to 2026 executive committee is president Larry Sommer, secretary Arlyn Tober, past president Wayne Plant, vice-president Bob Hermes and treasurer Bob Mott.
Oneida County land and water conservation committee look at 2025 department budget, grant resolutions
At this month’s Oneida County land and water conservation committee meeting, committee members were presented with the proposed 2025 fiscal year budget for the land and water conservation department.
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Oneida County forestry committee considers request for bridge dedication, multi-use trails
At its September meeting, the Oneida County forestry committee discussed separate agenda items regarding trails in the county. One was a request from the Pel-Cho Mudd Nutz ATV Club.
Dingell-Johnson Act helps sport fish, fisheries and helps to improve boating access
The Dingell-Johnson Act is also called the Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Act. It is a federal law that “authorizes assistance to states and territories fo sport fishery projects, boat access facilities, and aquatic education programs,” according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Anglers compete in two-day Up/Down tournament
The Wisconsin Bass Team Trail hosts bass tournaments across the Northwoods and down into Central Wisconsin. Each year the trail organizes four qualifier tournaments where anglers compete not only for cash and prizes, but for a place in the two-day championship.
Fish Like a GIRL
This column may be a bit more controversial than my columns usually are. But honestly, I don’t think it should be. Recently, Lakeland Union High School in Minocqua was locked down with a report of an armed intruder. Thankfully, it turned out to be a false alarm, thankfully. But other …
Vilas County land and water conservation committee looks at cost share program, hears grant resolutions
Last week the Vilas County land and water conservation committee met for their regular monthly meeting. One of the topics they took up was whether or not to increase their maximum reimbursement for their cost share program. This program helps landowners to offset costs of various projects with the objective …
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Finding a tree stand location by scouting
When it comes to location for a deer stand, most hunters would agree habitat and topography both play a role in perfect placement. Proper scouting well before the season starts can help a hunter find the best place to locate their stand. Deer movements change throughout the year, so knowing …
Fungi Fest to be Held Sept. 27-28 at Kemp Natural Resources Station
Whether you are new to the fascinating world of fungi or have been studying it for years, Fungi Fest promises something for everyone. The event will take place on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27-28, at the Connor Forestry Center, Kemp Natural Resources Station, 9161 Kemp Road in Woodruff.
The Lake Where You Live
The other day, while preparing to put in the trash a few fugitive lead split shot, I dropped one on the kitchen floor. Bernie, our springer spaniel, was close by and has been known to eat almost anything that falls in front of him, and so I scrambled to recover …
2024 deer season outlook has some hunters feeling positive
Even with concerns still looming about the deer numbers in the Northwoods, the extremely mild winter last year have many hunters feeling positive about the opening of archery season.
Will Northern Wisconsin see new deer management units next year?
According to Oneida County Deer Advisory Council (CDAC) chairman Ed Choinski, the Oneida CDAC has been asking for a change in deer management unit boundaries. When the CDACs were established, the old system of deer management units (DMUs) went by the wayside and deer herds were instead managed along county …
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