Letter from WDNR Secretary Matt Frank to hunters
Dear Hunter:
Fall hunting in Wisconsin is one of the great traditions of our state, and for good reason. Wisconsin’s varied landscape is home to a wide range of game, making Wisconsin one of the top hunting states in the nation. Our forests and prairies, wetlands and waterways provide abundant opportunity to hunt deer, bear, turkey, waterfowl and other game.
Whether you’ve hunted all your life or are a new hunter, you’re part of a wonderful tradition that has brought family and friends together for generations. Through the license you pay for and the game you harvest, you contribute to sound game management and help ensure great hunting for future generations. And through the generosity of Wisconsin hunters, donated venison helps feed the hungry. You can learn more about food pantry donation programs in your area at the links to the DNR Web site listed below.
You can contribute in another important way. Consider introducing a new hunter to field sports this year. Every study shows that it takes a hunter to make a hunter. The youth deer hunt provides safe, low-pressure hunting for youngsters and gives you quality time with a son, daughter, family member or friend. You can find out about youth hunt opportunities in your area on the DNR Web site at the links listed below.
We constantly work to deliver great customer service, and I encourage you to use our expanded Call Center. Our trained staff are ready to answer all your questions about hunting regulations and buying a license, helping you spend less time tracking down answers and more time enjoying the great outdoors. Last year we even got calls from hunters in tree stands. You can call us toll free or chat online from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week. See the contact information below
On behalf of all of us at the DNR, best wishes to you for a safe, enjoyable and memorable hunt this fall. Thank you for all you do to maintain this great tradition and help to pass it on to future generations.
Sincerely,
Matt Frank
DNR Secretary
