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Be safe when hunting from an elevated deer stand
Many hunters choose to use some sort of elevated stand when hunting. This comes with several benefits, but it poses a need for caution as well. Each year, hunters are injured or worse while climbing into or out of a stand, or by falling from the stand while hunting.
Baiting and feeding bans still in place across the Northwoods
Hunters are reminded that baiting and feeding bans are still in place across the Northwoods. By state statute, passed in 2017, any time a cervid is found to be positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD), the county in which the animal was harvested would be under a three-year ban of …
Fish Like a GIRL
Anyone who knows me knows that I am all about preserving memories of times with family and friends. I seldom go anywhere without a camera, even though my cell phone holds likely more photos than is right. I take hundreds of photographs at every fishing tournament I attend or run. …
Connect with nature and rejuvenate at free forest bathing class on Sept. 28
On Saturday, Sept. 28, Trees for Tomorrow (TFT) Environmental Education Center is offering a free forest bathing class in collaboration with Tara Lila LLC, a wilderness conservation project. This unique program will begin at 8 a.m. on TFT campus, followed by a short caravan to a nearby Tara Lila trail …
Processing deer with an eye on CWD, other health concerns
With chronic wasting disease (CWD) being found in the wild white-tailed deer herd in the Northwoods in recent years, some hunters are concerned over processing their deer and keeping themselves and their families safe from the disease.
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Hunters urged to follow meat and carcass transport rules this deer season
Hunters who hunt in CWD-affected counties that are not bringing their harvested animal to a licensed taxidermist of permitted meat processor within 72 hours of harvest are restricted on the portions of meat that may be transported beyond the line of the county of harvest or the adjacent county.
DNR now accepting nominations for Recycling Excellence Awards
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Recycling Excellence Awards. The nomination period is open until Sept. 16.
The Lake Where You Live
September 6 A thunderclap yesterday morning made me flinch in my office chair. The rain came, and not far behind it a chilling wind that seemed to slam the door shut on summer.
Bear hunting with dogs: tradition and controversy
Bear hunting with dogs is part of the heritage of Northern Wisconsin. While it is not without critics and contention, the fact remains that it is a legal means of hunting. It should be noted that there are laws against harassing a sportsman, and those interfering with a hunter’s legal …
Early teal and goose season in progress
Earlier this week, early teal and goose season opened up for Wisconsin hunters. The early teal season runs through Sept. 9 and early goose season runs through Sep. 15. The bag limit for this season is five Canada geese and targets Wisconsin’s resident geese, before the fall migrating birds come …
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Swimmers could fall victim to ‘swimmer’s itch’ in the Northwoods
Recently there have been several reports of “swimmer’s itch” on social media from across the Northwoods. Swimmer’s itch is a rash that appears shortly after a person swims or wades in a lake or river. It is most common in freshwater, but has been seen in salt water as well. …
What is Pittman-Robertson money and what does it do?
The Pittman Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act is a wildlife restoration program that accrues funding through a tax on the sale of hunting equipment such as shotguns, rifles, hand guns and archery equipment. It provides funding for states and territories to support a variety of things such as wildlife conservation and …
Fish Like a GIRL
Yes, I am aware of the debate. Some people call themselves a “pet parent,” and other people find the term ridiculous. “They’re animals, not children!” Those people cry. Meh. Calm down. Honestly, if I have to ensure a being gets food, water, play, exercise and also that they are safe …
2024 Hunting season dates
Sept. 1 Common gallinule Early Canada goose Early teal Mourning dove Rail Snipe
The Lake Where You Live
My copy of “Lake Tides” arrived by mail last week with some bad news on the cover. Many readers of this column receive Lake Tides, the quarterly newsletter from Extension Lakes at the UW-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources. It’s an excellent publication that covers all manner of topics related …
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