Fall migration takes wing as experts keep an eye out for drought impacts
MADISON – The avian parade continues with hummingbirds, warblers and vireos the next species to begin their migration south, providing Wisconsin birders some great viewing opportunities and experts more insight into how the early spring and drought has affected Wisconsin’s winged travelers….
‘Virtual Beach’ for real-water safe fun
MADISON — A Wisconsin research scientist is working to inject some real-time information into easily-accessible updates about the condition of your favorite Great Lakes beach….
Lake events, economic studies show investments in clean water pay off
BELLEVILLE, Wis. – Thirty years in the making, Lake Belle View is living up to its name and residents of this small community in southern Dane County are throwing a party to celebrate [bellevillelakefest.com]….
Register for Grosbeaks Galore workshop
PORT WASHINGTON, Wis. – A “Grosbeaks Galore -Birds on Your Landscape” workshop is now accepting registrations for the Oct. 13 session in Port Washington. The day-long workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn more about attracting migratory birds to your property and enjoy exhibits, activities and door prizes…
Wolf regulations now available online and soon in hardcopy
MADISON – The 2012 Wolf Hunting and Trapping Regulations are now available on the Department of Natural Resources website [dnr.wi.gov] search the keyword “wolf.”…
Online chat August 29 with Keith Warnke, DNR hunting and shooting sports coordinator
MADISON — Department of Natural Resources Hunting and Shooting Sports Coordinator Keith Warnke will discuss with you why the state’s hunting heritage is important to the state’s economy and natural resources during a Wednesday, August 29 live online chat….
Sturgeon registration station information now online
MADISON – The locations and hours for sturgeon registration stations open during the 2012 hook-and-line sturgeon season, which opens Sept. 1 on select major rivers in Wisconsin, have been been updated and are now available online….
August 29, 2012
WDNR News