Tuesday, June 12, 2018

DNR WEEKLY OUTDOOR REPORT FOR 6-12-2018


Public meeting set for Northeast Sands Ecological Landscape regional master plan
Public comment period open through July 11
FLORENCE, Wis. - The public has an opportunity through an upcoming open house, office hours, and online information to learn more about the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' regional master planning process for properties located in the Northeast Sands Ecological Landscape. This landscape encompasses portions of Florence, Marinette, Oconto, Menominee, and Shawano counties.


Wisconsin ruffed grouse survey results indicate a decrease in breeding grouse
MADISON - Roadside ruffed grouse surveys completed this spring showed statewide drumming activity decreased 34 percent between 2017 and 2018; while this decline does not follow the generally predictable grouse population cycle, the 2018 drumming observations do fall within the normal range of variability of the grouse cycle.


Invasive Species Month gets a new name and focus

Moves from Awareness to Action; Invader Crusader Award Winners Announced

MADISON - After 15 years, Invasive Species Awareness Month is getting a new name and focus: Wisconsin Invasive Species Action Month.


Entries sought for Wisconsin wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp design contests
MADISON -- Wisconsinites with an artistic talent are reminded that they have until July 16 to submit artwork for the 2019 Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp design contests.


DNR webinar set to clarify implementation of Act 183
MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host a webinar on June 26 at 2 p.m. as part of the implementation of a new law that effects projects impacting some Wisconsin wetlands. The law, Act 183, will go into effect on July 1 and establishes permit exemptions on placing fill material in certain types of wetlands. The webinar will explain the exemptions and help to clarify the process for claiming an exemption.


DNR makes it easier to address water quality in agriculture
MADISON - A new Water Quality Conservation General Permit will streamline the regulatory process for government agencies that address water quality concerns in agricultural settings.


Try your hand at hunting through the Sandhill Learn to Hunt Deer program
BABCOCK, Wis. - Anyone with an interest in trying out a new hobby in the outdoors is encouraged to apply by June 30 for a Learn to Hunt Deer course at Sandhill Wildlife Area.

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