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DNR publishes fall 2025 hunting and trapping forecasts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently released the 2025 fall forecast series, detailing the hunting outlook for a variety of popular game species.
DNR accepting grant applications to build hunting community
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) Grant Program.
Spring waterfowl survey shows positive results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that data is now available from the annual spring survey of breeding waterfowl. The survey indicated stable population numbers and habitat conditions for migratory birds.
The Lake Where You Live
If you look down into the water from your pier, you might see tadpoles lying on the bottom. As a kid I haunted what we called the Pollywog Pond, a marshy puddle in the middle of a residential neighborhood where tadpoles abounded.
‘Grow A Row Harvest Time’
Calling all gardeners! Harvest time is upon us and the Lakeland Pantry is inviting local green thumbs — and anyone with a love for gardening — to join in supporting our community by donating surplus homegrown produce.
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Boulder Junction Community Foundation celebrating 15th anniversary
For 15 years, the Boulder Junction Community Foundation has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing Boulder Junction for present and future generations. Guided by its vision to strengthen community, develop resources, and enrich quality of life, the Foundation has consistently worked to support and uplift the town, making a significant …
Fishing fun for the family
In the midst of fishing season, fishing guide Kurt Justice said the hottest biting fish right now are largemouth bass and bluegill. Justice, who’s out on the water nearly every day, said Northwoods lakes don’t lack either species.
A pest with a purpose
Just about any fun summer activity — a lazy afternoon on the water, an adventurous hike, a satisfying day fishing, brews and bites outdoors with friends — are an open invitation for nature’s party crasher: the mosquito.
Seventh Annual Rod Gaskill Memorial Bass Tournament to benefit Wisconsin Wildlife Federation
The Rod Gaskill Memorial Bass Tournament is in its seventh year, and this year the proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation. The tournament will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, and there is still time to register. The tournament is held at Boom Lake in Rhinelander, …
NWWC Annual Trap Fun Shoot and Potluck
The Northwoods Wildlife and Wetlands Club (NWWC) is hosting its free annual fun shoot and potluck at NWWC shotgun range at 834W Range Road in Mercer (U.S. Highway 51) on Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Sand Lake is a small lake with a big problem
Sand Lake is a small seepage lake in the town of Cassian that town chair Ed Phebus called a best-kept secret. That is until recent years. The lake is under 100 acres, and has served area residents well when looking for a quiet place to enjoy a swim or a …
The Lake Where You Live
Imagine you’ve just discovered a great new restaurant. A week after your first meal there you go back to find it closed. No business hours are posted on the door or on the internet.
NRB approves County Deer Advisory Council recommendations for 2025 deer season
For hunters in the Northern Forest Zone, deer hunting season will look a bit different this year. Hunters in the Northwoods have been asking for years to split both Oneida and Vilas County when it came to managing the deer herd. Doing this would allow them to manage deer in …
Changing fishing line helps improve angler success
Anglers know they should change their line occasionally but how often? Many tournament anglers respool all of their monofilament and even fluorocarbon after every tournament. They may also respool braid once or twice per year, often taking the line off of one reel and spooling it onto another once, then …
High water, heavy current meant lower weights for UMBCS Boom Lake tournament
Upper Midwest Bass Challenge Series (UMBCS) took on a tough Boom Lake and Rhinelander Flowage on Sunday, June 30. The challenge with this tournament each year is a mental one for anglers who often wonder if they should head up the river in search of big smallmouth, or take their …
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