Recreation
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Virtual Lake Michigan Whitefish Public Hearing Feb. 8
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a preliminary public hearing on a statement of scope that will allow the DNR to begin work on an emergency rule relating to Lake Michigan whitefish management, with a focus on Green Bay.
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Wisconsin’s 2020 Elk Hunting Season Ends On High Note
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the five Wisconsin elk hunters filled their tags during Wisconsin’s third managed elk season. The 2020 season marked 25 years since the reintroduction and management of elk began in the state.
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Fall Turkey Harvest Numbers And Permit Sales Increased In 2020
More turkeys were harvested in 2020 than the previous year, according to new data released by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Hunters registered 4,600 birds during the fall 2020 wild turkey season, a 21% increase compared to the 3,792 turkeys registered during the 2019 fall season.
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DNR Confirms CWD In Wood County Wild Deer; Renews Baiting And Feeding Bans
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources confirms the first wild deer has tested positive for chronic wasting disease in southern Wood County in the Town of Port Edwards, within ten miles of Juneau and Adams counties.
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Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan For Brown, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc And Sheboygan Counties Virtual Public Meeting Feb. 2
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public meeting to discuss updating the Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan for Brown, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc and Sheboygan counties.
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Cast Your Line During Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 16-17
Grab your gear and get fishing Jan. 16-17 during the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' Winter Free Fishing Weekend. This event is a great time to discover the fun and excitement of winter fishing without a license or trout stamp.
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2021 Sturgeon Spearing Season Updates
Every year, thousands flock to Lake Winnebago and Upriver Lakes to participate in the sturgeon spearing tradition. With the 2021 sturgeon spearing season fast approaching, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds both seasoned pros and first-timers that there are some important changes to this year’s registration process.
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Snowmobilers: Think Smart Before You Start
With winter officially in full swing in Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds snowmobilers that safety is key for the best ride.
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Sauk Prairie Bald Eagle Watching Goes Virtual For 2021
Wisconsin’s longest-running bald eagle watching extravaganza is going virtual for 2021, with programming available throughout January and February. Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Sauk Prairie area’s Bald Eagle Watching Days will be livestreamed. Bald eagle lovers will be able to see their favorite parts of this annual event from the comfort and safety of their own home during its 35th year.
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Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan Virtual Meeting - Brown, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Sheboygan counties
The department will begin updating Wisconsin's Walleye Management Plan [PDF] through regional public meetings and surveys. The updating process will include a review of the existing plan, an analysis of available data and trends and significant…