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Wisconsin Invasive Species Council seeks Invader Crusader nominations
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council is accepting nominations for the Invader Crusaders Awards through March 27, 2023.
Kids Ice Fishing Day in Minocqua
The Northwoods Chapter of Muskies Inc. presents Kids Ice Fishing Day on Saturday, Feb. 25, on Lake Minocqua. The fishing outing is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. near the boat landing off of East Park Avenue by the Minocqua Public Library.
Beaver Creek Hemlocks Conservation Area snowshoe hike
Join Northwoods Land Trust (NWLT) and Iron County Conservation Specialist Zach Wilson for this free guided snowshoe hike on Friday, Feb. 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Beaver Creek Hemlocks Conservation Area on Route 182 in the Town of Sherman in Iron County. According to Frank Schroyer, NWLT …
The Lake Where You Live
The meaning of life? Silly question for a boy In a boat fishing. A little poem in the form known as haiku opens each chapter of “At the Lake: A Memoir,” written by Jim Landwehr of Waukesha.
Fish Like a GIRL
This week a friend of mine asked for some help. She runs a STEA2M facility (the second “A” being agriculture, which I did not know) and was looking to create a sensory garden at a new facility she is looking to take over. Of course I jumped at the chance …
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Several ice fishing tournaments coming up in February
February is the month for ice fishing tournaments in the Northwoods. Anglers look forward to their favorites every year, as soon as ice starts forming on the lakes. Here are some of the February favorites which invite anglers of all ages out to test their skill against many different species …
February 2023 outdoor calendar
Saturday, February 11 Indoor Farmers Market YMCA of the Northwoods, Rhinelander 9 a.m. - noon
Izaak Walton League webinar takes a closer look at road salt pollution
Recently the Izaak Walton League of America introduced a webinar looking at road salt pollution. Besides their own Abby Hileman, the presentation featured Dr. Amy Downing of Ohio Wesleyan University and Dr. Sujay Kaushal. The Salt Watch Program through the Izaak Walton League came to be in 2018 when a …
Wisconsin Water Week’s Lakes and Rivers Convention now open for registration
The 2023 Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention is now open for registration. The annual event will be held April 19-21, 2023, at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Stevens Point. Early registration is open until March 1, 2023, and those registering before that date receive 20% off their registration …
Fish Like a GIRL
The other night I took some time to really get into the “Permies” website, permies.com. The site is full of people dedicated to various parts and pieces of permaculture. Several months back, in talking with Mike Haasl, who runs the permaculture club in Rhinelander, he told me about the site, …
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The Lake Where You Live
A privilege of living on a lake is having four-season access to fresh-caught fish. The flip side is that you feel compelled to catch-and-release so as to preserve the various species’ populations. But when grandsons are coming to town you have to surrender a little bit to catch-and-keep.
2022 deer season recap presented to Natural Resources Board
At this month’s Natural Resources Board (NRB) meeting, several Department of Natural Resources (DNR) staff came to bring a recap of the season to NRB members.
2023 bear quota approved by Natural Resources Board
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) large carnivore specialist Randy Johnson appeared at last week’s Natural Resources Board (NRB) meeting to gain their approval for the department’s bear quota for the 2023 season. Johnson started with a review of the 2022 season.
Off-trail snowmobile riding causes issues in Northwoods
Off-trail snowmobile riding has been an issue that has become more prevalent in the last three or four year, according to Vilas County recreation officer Jason Molle.
Natural Resources Board hears proposed spring hearings questions regarding wildlife and fisheries management
Each year the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) partner for the annual spring hearings.
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