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Ice Fishing Tournaments / Upcoming Ice Fishing Events 2/13/24
« on: February 13, 2024, 01:17:55 PM »
Upcoming Ice Fishing Events 2/13/24

Feb 17th – Lake Tomahawk Family Fisheree – Lake Tomahawk

Feb 24th – 3rd Annual Newbold Fire Dept Ice Fishing Tournament – Muskellunge Lake

Feb 24th – Winter free fishing contest – Any Lake – Sponsored by County Line Station

Feb 24th – Kids Ice Fishing Day – Lake Minocqua – Sponsored by Northwoods Chapter of Muskies, Inc

Mar 2nd – KISS Annual High School Ice Fishing Tournament – Lake Minocqua
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Wisconsin DNR Outdoor Reports and News / Free Fun Weekend June 3-4
« on: June 02, 2023, 03:58:42 PM »
Free Fun Weekend June 3-4
 

a young boy running across a bridge
State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors June 3-4, 2023. / Photo Credit: Travel Wisconsin

Find your adventure this weekend during the 11th annual Free Fun Weekend, June 3-4. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all Wisconsin residents and non-residents.

With 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails, 84,000 miles of rivers and streams and roughly 15,000 lakes, the DNR invites Wisconsinites to discover a new favorite park, trail, forest or recreation area or to try a new activity during Free Fun Weekend. This is the perfect time to get outdoors and find your adventure in Wisconsin.

Find a full list of Wisconsin state properties, activities and maps by visiting the DNR’s website. Reserve a shelter or campsite through the DNR’s online booking system. Before heading to a state park, trail or waterbody near you, here are some helpful things to know:

STATE PARKS


Vehicle admission stickers will not be required.
All state parks and trails will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Programs and events are posted online on the DNR’s website.
 TRAILS


All linear/rail trails will be open to the public, including ATV trails and horseback riding trails.
ATVs, UTVs and OHMs are exempt from registration requirements. Resident and non-resident all-terrain vehicle operators do not need a trail pass to ride state ATV trails.
FISHING

Residents and non-residents will not be required to have a fishing license or trout/salmon stamps.
All 2023-2024 fishing regulations apply, including bag and length limits.
This is the perfect time of year for small and largemouth bass, panfish and northern pike to be active.
New to fishing? Check out free clinics hosted at state properties.
Locate launches and shore fishing access points near you.
  BOAT LAUNCHES

All DNR boat launches are open.
Boats must be registered, which can be done either online or via mail.
Minimize the spread of aquatic invasive species by removing plants and animals from boats before and after launching, draining all water from compartments, and never move live fish from any waterbody.
  SAFETY


Always wear a life jacket when fishing from a boat, kayak, canoe or paddleboard.
Use boat lights after sunset.
Never consume alcohol or drugs before or during an ATV/UTV ride or while operating a boat.
Wear a helmet and protective clothing such as eye protection, gloves, long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt while riding an ATV/UTV.
All children under the age of 18 must have a minimum Department of Transportation standard motorcycle or ATV helmet - bicycle helmets are not legal.
Keep your speed in mind as weather and terrain conditions vary or change.
Grab your family and friends and head outdoors for Free Fun Weekend! Take the trail less traveled and head to some lesser-known “hidden gem” state properties. Make sure to tag your Free Fun Weekend photos with #OutWiGo.



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Help Protect Turtles During Wild Turtle Week




Build A Nest Cage, Report Road Crossings And Keep Wild Turtles Wild
 

A close-up shot of an ornate box turtle making its way across the ground.
Ornate box turtles are often found in the pet trade, however, they are endangered in Wisconsin and are illegal to take from the wild and own as pets. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsin citizens to give turtle mothers and the next generation of turtles a helping hand during Wild Turtle Week, May 23-27, and throughout nesting season.

This time of year, turtles begin to emerge from rivers, lakes and wetlands to lay eggs. Wisconsin’s 11 turtle species lay eggs in nests from late May through June in sunny areas and well-draining uplands. This annual nesting migration often puts turtles on roadways and in residential areas. Many females are run over by vehicles during this period, a leading cause of turtle decline in Wisconsin.

Turtle nests are also exposed to high levels of predation as populations of nest-raiding animals such as raccoons, skunks and coyotes grow to historical numbers. The current demand for pet turtles is also a significant issue, leading to the illegal removal of our native, North American turtles from our wild places.

“The nesting season is a tough time for wild female turtles. Many are removed from populations through road mortality, while others are collected, often illegally, for the global pet, food, and medicine industry,” said Andrew Badje, DNR Conservation Biologist. “Protecting female turtles and their nests in the wild and learning how pet turtle demand influences an unsustainable illegal turtle trade are great ways to conserve turtles in Wisconsin and the world.”

Additionally, some Wisconsin turtles must reach old ages and participate in many nesting seasons to reproduce successfully. Blanding’s turtles and wood turtles cannot reproduce until they’re 12 to 20 years old, while others, like ornate box turtles, lay only a few eggs a year. Therefore, removing even one female turtle per year can quickly lead to population declines or the elimination of local populations.

The DNR encourages those interested in helping turtles to consider following these protective actions from now until the end of summer:

Protect turtle eggs in yards and other private property by building and securing a nest cage over any documented nests. Follow these instructions and watch a step-by-step video to build a nest cage that keeps predators away from the nest and allows hatchlings to exit on their own.
Drive with caution on roads that are near wetlands, lakes and rivers. Slow down and be alert.
Report turtle observations, road crossings and nest sites using the Turtle Reporting Form for the DNR’s Wisconsin Turtle Conservation Program. DNR conservation biologists use these reports to manage and conserve turtles.
Report suspicious or illegal activity associated with turtles to DNR’s Violation Hotline by calling or texting 1-800-847-9367.
Help protect Wisconsin’s native turtles by keeping wild turtles in the wild and not releasing pet turtles into the wild.
Turtles don’t make great pets. For those desiring to own one, #BuyInformed, and take steps to lessen the impact on the illegal turtle trade.
Learn additional ways to help protect Wisconsin’s turtles and spread the word about Wild Turtle Week.
To learn more about turtles in Wisconsin and submit turtle reports, visit the DNR’s online Turtle Conservation Program form.


https://wiatri.net/inventory/witurtles/

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DNR Seeking Public Input On Great Lakes
Beach Listings
 


A crowd of people enjoy a sunny summer day at the beach of Kohler Andrea State Park.
Generations of Wisconsinites have grown up enjoying Great Lakes beaches and rely on our lakes for safe, clean water. / Photo Credit: Bob Fritsch

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to help update Wisconsin's beach list to keep people safe on Great Lakes beaches this summer.

Each year, the DNR's beach program reaches out to the public, local beach managers and public health departments along Wisconsin's Great Lakes coasts to determine what changes are needed to the Wisconsin beach list and program information.

A beach is defined as any place where the public has recreational access to the water, regardless of whether the location is used for swimming. Boat launches, some natural areas and private beaches available to the public are included.

“Public comments ensure the Wisconsin beach list reflects locally-used names and the status of beaches and boat launches due to changing natural conditions and public access,” said Diane Packett, DNR Beach Program Manager. “We’d like people to let us know if any beaches are missing or not properly identified on the list and if there are some boat launches that are no longer active and should be taken off.”

This year’s proposed list includes a change to Herbster Beach in Bayfield County to create two separate beaches.

Public comments and local knowledge of Wisconsin's Lake Michigan and Lake Superior shorelines provide the best information about our 57 miles of coastal beaches.

The federal Beaches Environmental Assessment and Coastal Health (BEACH) Act is an amendment to the Clean Water Act which requires all coastal states – including Great Lakes states – to develop programs for effective water quality monitoring and public notification at coastal recreational beaches. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides grants to participating states to develop and implement a statewide beach program. To maintain Wisconsin’s eligibility for funding under the BEACH Act, state programs must provide an opportunity for public comment when changes to the list or monitoring program occur.

All Wisconsin beaches along the Lake Michigan and Lake Superior shorelines are identified and prioritized for water quality monitoring with these funds.

This federal funding allows communities with Great Lakes beaches to monitor for elevated levels of Escherichia coli (commonly referred to as E. coli), a bacterium that can cause illness if ingested. These bacteria are relatively easy to test for compared to other pathogens, so they serve as a helpful indicator of the possible presence of other health risks in the water, such as fecal matter, viruses and other bacteria or pollutants.

“This monitoring data helps local health officials determine when to close a beach due to unsafe conditions and to notify the public so that beach visitors can make informed choices about swimming at the beach,” said Packett.

The DNR continues to improve and upgrade the beach health database and website features and welcomes feedback throughout the year. Questions or comments can be directed to DNRBeachHealth@wisconsin.gov or DNR Beach Program Manager Diane Packett at 608-640-7511.

The proposed additions and changes to the beach list for 2023 are available online on the DNR’s website. Please email public comments on the beach listings to DNRBeachHealth@wisconsin.gov by Dec. 31, 2023.


https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Beaches/BeachList.html


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Musky Fishing / Northern Musky Season Begins May 27
« on: May 22, 2023, 01:03:36 PM »
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers the 2023 northern zone muskellunge (musky) season begins May 27, 2023 and runs through Dec. 31.

During the open season, anglers can catch musky on open waters within the northern muskellunge management zone. All regulations and license requirements apply.

“The warmer weather means more fishing opportunities for anglers to catch our state fish in the northern zone,” said Justine Hasz, DNR Director of the Bureau of Fisheries Management.

Anglers can expect fish in most waters to be done spawning and ready to bite. Muskies will likely be active in shallow vegetated bays, channels and on points just adjacent to shallow bays. Small bucktails, jerk baits, plastics and topwater can be effective fish catchers.

Proclaimed the official state fish in 1955, the muskellunge (Esox masquinongy) is one of Wisconsin's most unique trophies.

More musky world records have been landed in Wisconsin than anywhere else. The current state and world record is a tremendous 69-pound, 11-ounce musky taken from the Chippewa Flowage.

Purchase your fishing license online through the GoWild system or from a license vendor. Make sure to check the 2023-2024 Hook and Line Fishing Regulations for daily bag and size limits and special county regulations.



The DNR reminds anglers to have the proper release tools on hand (large landing net, long nose pliers, hook cutter and gloves) and to properly release the fish they catch. Find tips for releasing muskies responsibly on the DNR webpage.

Learn more about trophy muskellunge waters and the elusive fish by visiting the DNR's musky webpage.

https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Fishing/musky

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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of The Village Of Randolph
Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project


MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Village of Randolph is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes reconstruction associated with watermain, sanitary sewer and stormwater improvement along portions of Center Street, Church Street, 1st Street, Sunny Side Place and Grove Street.

Activities related to this project are minor actions under Chapter NR 150, Wis. Admin. Code, for which no environmental analysis is required; however, following the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program federal requirement 40 C.F.R. §35.3580, an environmental review must be conducted before funding this project.

The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program has determined that the project will not result in significant adverse environmental effects, and no further environmental review or analysis is needed before proceeding with funding the project.

The public is encouraged to submit comments regarding this decision and the potential environmental impacts of this project. Submit comments by June 5, 2023 to:

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
C/O Kevin Olson, Community Financial Assistance, CF/2
101 S Webster St.
P.O. Box 7921
Madison, WI 53707
Kevin.Olson@wisconsin.gov or 608-234-2238


Based on the comments received, the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program may prepare an environmental analysis before proceeding with the funding process. The analysis would summarize the DNR’s consideration of the project's impacts and reasonable alternatives.


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Elk / Apply For The 2023 Elk Season
« on: March 18, 2023, 11:50:47 AM »
Apply For The 2023 Elk Season
Application Deadline Is May 31

 

An elk standing in a wooded area.
Apply by May 31 for your chance to draw a 2023 elk tag. / Photo Credit: Tim Young

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the application period for the 2023 elk hunt is open until May 31.

Once widespread across North America, elk were eliminated from Wisconsin in the 1880s. Thanks to the support of many partners and the backing of Wisconsinites, the herd is back.

“Thanks to collaborative reintroduction efforts, Wisconsin’s expanding elk population has grown. The state has had an annual hunt every year since 2018,” said Josh Spiegel, the DNR Wildlife Biologist in Sawyer County. “We anticipate growth in the herd again this year and are thrilled to offer this hunting experience.”

While the northern and central elk herd populations continue to grow, the 2023 hunting season will occur only within the northern elk management zone and is open from Oct. 14-Nov. 12 and Dec. 14-22, 2023. Successful applicants can hunt during either period. Only Wisconsin residents are eligible to receive an elk tag.

Wisconsinites can purchase their elk license applications online through Go Wild or in-person by visiting a license agent. The application fee is $10 each and is limited to one per person. The DNR recommends all applicants check and update their contact information to ensure contact with successful applicants.

For each application, $7 goes directly to elk management, monitoring and research in Wisconsin. These funds are used to enhance elk habitat, which benefits the elk and other Wisconsin wildlife.

If selected in the drawing, the cost of an elk hunting license is $49. Winners will be notified by early June. Wisconsin residents can only draw an elk tag once in their lifetime.

Before obtaining an elk hunting license, all winners must participate in a Wisconsin elk hunter orientation. The class covers Wisconsin elk history, hunting regulations, biology and behavior, and scouting/hunting techniques.

This year's elk quota will go to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board for approval in May. For more information on the elk hunt, visit the DNR Elk Hunting webpage.


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Wisconsin DNR Outdoor Reports and News / WDNR Outdoor Report
« on: March 18, 2023, 11:47:18 AM »
WDNR Outdoor Report

We're in a spring state of mind in the latest issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine, now available in print and online.

This issue features a deep dig into the importance of mud, tips for planning the perfect picnic and the sweet magic behind tapping maple syrup. Those ready to enjoy the warmer weather will find suggestions for beautiful Wisconsin state parks to explore for a quiet outing, plus spring safety tips for boating and staying safe when lightning strikes.

For the little ones, this issue's Kids Corner shows how to make a rain gauge to help mini-weather forecasters monitor rainfall amounts this spring.

Spring showers bring wildflowers and native pollinators to life; learn more about growing a native wildflower garden to help our small but mighty pollinators. Spring weather also sparks mating season for many wild animals, including wild turkeys. Read about how the wild turkey recovery effort led to our thriving population in Wisconsin, where they're now scratching in the forests and strutting through suburbs.

Find these stories and so much more in the Spring issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine.

Subscribe now to receive four issues of the Wisconsin Natural Resources print edition for $8.97. Call 1-800-678-9472 or sign up online at www.wnrmag.com.

 

Help Monitor Frogs And Toads
We're calling out for help to document frog and toad breeding calls throughout the state this spring and summer with the Wisconsin Frog and Toad Survey.

The Wisconsin Frog and Toad Survey was formally launched in 1984 amid concerns about declining populations of several species of frogs. Since then, citizen scientists have helped DNR conservation biologists better define the distribution, status and population trends of all 12 frog and toad species in Wisconsin.

Volunteers can participate in three ways:

Traditional Wisconsin Frog and Toad Survey – This option requires volunteers to drive along a pre-set route for three nights of survey effort, once each in early spring, late spring and early summer. Volunteers make 10 stops per night, listening for five minutes at each site, documenting the species heard calling and the relative abundance of each species. See available 2023 survey routes and learn how to volunteer for this survey.

Mink Frog Survey – Mink frogs are only found in northern Wisconsin and often call in the daytime. In June and July, volunteers are recruited to listen in the Northwoods, once during the day and once at night, along routes targeting ideal mink frog breeding habitat. Learn more about the survey and how to volunteer on the Mink Frog Survey webpage.
Phenology Survey – Volunteers for this survey help monitor when frogs and toads first start calling each spring. Phenology volunteers choose one wetland to monitor throughout the frog calling season and record data as often as possible for five minutes per night. Learn more about the survey and how to volunteer on the Phenology Survey webpage.
Dates for each survey vary, and some are dependent on the changing seasons. Volunteers will receive more details on timing after contacting the survey teams.

Wisconsin Frog and Toad Survey volunteers started collecting data in 1984, collectively spending more than 10,500 nights surveying 103,400 sites.

Volunteers are currently documenting the highest levels of American bullfrogs and Blanchard's cricket frogs since the survey began, an encouraging sign that proactive conservation measures for these two species are likely paying off. Volunteers are also contributing substantial knowledge into the unique calling patterns and distribution of mink frogs throughout the Northwoods.

Visit the DNR’s amphibians and reptiles webpage for more opportunities to get involved.


Property Owners: Check Trees For Spongy Moth Eggs
Spring is right around the corner, we hope! That means it’s time to prepare for the return of spongy moth caterpillars in mid-to-late April.

Help reduce pest populations before the eggs hatch by using a horticultural oil to treat egg masses within reach or scraping them into a bucket of soapy water and then discarding them in the trash a few days later. Spongy moth egg masses like the one shown here are found on trees, buildings and other outdoor objects and may be inside protected places such as firewood piles and birdhouses. One egg mass can contain over 600 eggs.

A professional application of egg mass oil or insecticide is likely needed to treat high populations on larger trees. Insecticides are usually applied when caterpillars are small. Arranging for treatments ahead of time is suggested. Visit our website for more information about controlling this pest.


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For Sale Misc. / Domains For Sale
« on: March 16, 2023, 04:04:29 PM »
The Domain name AlaskaOutdoor.com is for sale.  If you are interested, please reply to this posting and we will contact you.

The Domain name PennsylvaniaOutdoor.com is for sale.  If you are interested, please reply to this posting and we will contact you.

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Wisconsin Fishing / Angies Fishing Adventures
« on: March 15, 2023, 11:21:45 AM »
Angies Fishing Adventures





Captain Barb Carey, President & Founder of WI Women Fish is kicking off our "Crappie Weekend" with nearly 80 female anglers at Deerfoot Lodge!  Good luck fishing tomorrow, everyone!! ????????????
If you're looking for a fun fishing club to join with tons of great events throughout the year, check out http://www.wiwomenfish.com




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Ice Fishing / 2022 Ice Shanty Removal Dates Approaching
« on: March 14, 2022, 05:59:36 PM »
2022 Ice Shanty Removal Dates Approaching
Removal Deadlines Apply To All Boundary Waters
 

An ice shanty sitting on a frozen, snow-covered lake.
The deadlines to remove permanent ice shanties are coming up. / Photo Credit: David Smith

Editor's Note: A previous press release provided an incorrect removal date for when all permanent ice shanties must be removed from all state waters. The deadline to remove ice shanties varies by body of water.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the remaining 2022 ice shanty removal deadlines are approaching.

Permanent ice shanties, or those not removed daily, must be removed from all state waters by the upcoming deadlines:

Wisconsin – Iowa boundary waters by Feb. 20
Wisconsin – Minnesota boundary waters by March 1
Inland waters south of Highway 64 by the first Sunday following March 1
Lake Michigan, Green Bay, Lake Superior and inland waters north of Highway 64 by the first Sunday following March 12
Wisconsin – Michigan boundary waters by March 15
One exception to this rule is that on the Fox River, downstream from the De Pere dam in Brown County, ice fishing shelters must always be removed when not in use.

Owners having difficulties removing their shanty should seek help from their local fishing club, vendors and other anglers.

Anglers can continue to use portable ice shanties after these dates, so long as they are removed from the ice when they are not actively in use and at the end of each day.

The removal deadlines are to ensure shanties are removed and to avoid the additional costs and hazards of shanties breaking through the ice.

As these deadlines approach, it’s important to remember that no ice is ever 100% safe. The DNR does not monitor ice conditions, so anglers should check with local fishing clubs and bait shops for current ice conditions.

The public should report any shanty owners not taking responsibility for removing their shanty to the DNR Violation Hotline online or by calling or texting 1-800-TIP-WNDR or 1-800-847-9367.

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Ice Fishing / That’s a wrap
« on: March 07, 2022, 01:30:32 PM »
Angie Benson is with Carter Benson and Jeff Benson

That’s a wrap from here on out it’s all about the panfish! We had a great weekend on the ice even with the weather being tough. I love fishing with my family.

#strikerbrands #striker #strikerice #hardwater #icefishing #fishin #ice #wisconsinsonoutdoor #WomenOnIce #wifishinchicks











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General Hunting Dog topics / Hunting Dog Depredated in Bayfield County
« on: September 23, 2021, 05:53:34 PM »
Hunting Dog Depredated in Bayfield County
 

On September 18, 2021, USDA-Wildlife Services verified that wolves killed a 9-year old male Walker trailing hound in the Town of Drummond, Bayfield County.

Dog owners are reminded to exercise caution in wolf occupied areas. Conflicts between hunting dogs and wolves are most common during the bear training and hunting season. Dogs have also been depredated pursuing other wildlife including fox, coyotes, bobcat, rabbit, snowshoe hare and upland birds. More information is available on the DNR's website.

Current Caution Areas

When wolves attack dogs in hunting or training situations on public land, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources creates wolf caution areas to warn hunters that a specific pack has attacked a dog or group of dogs. Click here to view current caution areas.

Report A Wolf Attack

Anyone suspecting a wolf attack should call 1-800-433-0663 (southern Wisconsin) or 1-800-228-1368 (northern Wisconsin).


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Explore Public Hunting Lands This Fall



Plus, Water Week And Catch-And-Release Tips

A couple wearing blaze orange scouts a field using binoculars.
With millions of acres of public land available across the state, we help simplify the search for the perfect hunting spot with the free Hunt Wild Wisconsin mobile app and online tools.

The DNR's Hunt Wild Wisconsin mobile app has everything hunters need in one place, including maps, cover types, shooting hours and chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing locations.

Additional online public land mapping tools include:

Fields and Forest Lands Interactive Game Bird Hunting Tool (FFLIGHT). Locate young aspen and alder habitat, woodcock and ruffed grouse hunting areas, pheasant-stocked public hunting grounds and public-access dove fields.
Voluntary Public Access-Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP) interactive map. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, VPA-HIP provides landowners financial incentives to open their properties year-round to public hunting access. Hunters should read the guidelines for accessing VPA properties.

Map of lands enrolled in Managed Forest Law and Forest Crop Law – especially useful for scouting locations in the central and northern forests.

Public Access Lands Atlas. The atlas includes all DNR properties as well as nearly all federal and county-owned lands. Hunters should contact landowners beforehand to verify hunting is allowed.

For more information on public lands in Wisconsin, visit the DNR Public Access Lands webpage.
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Wisconsin DNR Outdoor Reports and News / WDNR Outdoor Report
« on: March 26, 2021, 03:15:26 PM »
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Report
Small Steps To Help Wisconsin's Resources
Plus, Spring Trail Tips And Purchase Your 2021 Park Pass


Tomorrow is Earth Hour Day! Held every year on the last Saturday of March, Earth Hour engages millions of people in more than 180 countries and territories to switch off their lights to show support for our planet. Learn how you can celebrate Earth Hour Day here.

Earth Hour is a great reminder that small steps can make big impacts. Interested in learning about other ways to protect the resources you love? Here are some tips to get started:

Wisconsin is a leader in recycling; to remain at the forefront, each of us can do more. Find out more about recycling at home, including what you can recycle and where you can recycle, here.
Many food scraps don't have to end up at the landfill. Learn tips and tricks for composting. The EPA also offers a helpful guide for reducing wasted food at home.

What about batteries? They're everywhere in our lives, so it is important to know what kinds you have and how to dispose of them safely. Some used batteries can safely go in the trash, but others need to be handled carefully to prevent fires. Our household battery guide offers advice on proper disposal.
A close-up of state-endangered purple milkweed flower with a blurred green background.
Become A Rare Plant Detective

We need your help to find Wisconsin's rare and beautiful plants and help conserve them! Last year, volunteers for the Wisconsin DNR Rare Plant Monitoring Program discovered four new populations of the state-endangered purple milkweed (Asclepias purpurascens).

Help us make more amazing discoveries this spring and summer by participating in the Rare Plant Monitoring Program. Take the required online training now. Please note: Plant identification will not be taught, so some skill is required.

Find Your Adventure With A 2021 Park Pass

Plan for adventure this year by purchasing your 2021 park pass or state trail pass. Annual vehicle admission stickers offer admission to all state parks and forests for the calendar year. The 2021 annual stickers are valid through Dec. 31, 2021.  A state trail pass is required for all people age 16 or older biking, cross-country skiing, horseback riding or in-line skating on certain trails. A state trail pass is not required for walking or hiking. Wisconsin state trail pass fees are the same for residents and non-residents.

Two Ways To Purchase

Online: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has an option to purchase certain annual Wisconsin State Park vehicle admission stickers online. Annual Wisconsin Resident, Annual Wisconsin Resident Senior and Non-resident Annual stickers can be purchased online. Additionally, one Reduced Rate Annual sticker (for a vehicle registered to the same household address) can be purchased online at the same time with a full-price sticker. Annual state trail passes and daily admission stickers and passes are not currently available for purchase online.

At a state park: Annual and daily admission stickers and state trail passes can be purchased at Wisconsin State Park System properties via self-registration, electronic kiosk or drive-up window service. Please call ahead to check on availability and hours.

Spring means new trails and new opportunities for adventure in Wisconsin's outdoors. It's also a good time to remember to share the trail and practice caution on muddy or rutted trails.

Here are a handful of OutWiGo good practices to help make everyone’s outdoor experience (including your own) more enjoyable.


Muddy And Rutted Trails:

Try to use hard surface trails like asphalt or stone this time of year rather than native surface or dirt/grass trails.

Think before you sink; if you leave tracks, turn back and try another trail.
Seek out upland trails or trails in sandy areas that drain well.

If you come across a muddy, wet or icy section of trail and cannot turn back, go right down the middle and embrace the mud – do not go around it and widen the trail tread which can damage habitat.
Avoiding muddy trails now helps to limit closures and repairs later.

Be mindful of safety issues like slippery areas or areas covered in water – walk your bike and go slowly.

Etiquette Tips For Every Season:

Know before you go. Learn what types of trail use are permitted at your destination and obey traffic (and other) laws and signs.

Ride single file. You can ride two or more abreast if you will not block other traffic.
Walk with no more than two people across to allow others to pass.

All users should stay right except to pass. Pass on the left of those you’re passing.
 When passing, move to single file and announce yourself (verbally or with a bell) before passing. Slow down when maneuvering around other trail users.

Pets must be on a leash 8 feet or shorter and kept under control. Keep your pet out of the path of oncoming or passing traffic. When possible, walk with your pet on the outer edge of the trail.
Pack it in, pack it out. Pick up your litter.


Thank you for helping keep our trails safe for all users. Please be considerate of all trail users and keep a physical distance of 6 feet between yourself and those outside your group. Learn more about safety guidelines and trail etiquette HERE https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/


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