Fall Colors in Forest County have peaked in the last few weeks. During the peak color this photo was taken from our drone. The Forest County Land Conservation/Land Information Department has a DJI Matrice 300 RTK drone that has many different uses in the...
Conservation Corner
Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land & Water Conservation Department.
For more information contact Kayla Littleton, County Conservationist-Land Information/GIS Director at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at
FCAL – Fall Environmental Day
On Thursday, September 26th, high school students from Forest County schools gathered at the City Beach in Crandon for the annual Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) - Fall Environmental Day. Students spent a few hours in the morning learning about various...
Find Public Land to Hunt this Season Using DNR Mapping Tools
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to hunt on public land this hunting season. The WI DNR purchases land and conservation easements to manage and protect our natural resources to provide recreational opportunities for many....
Wisconsin Conservation Congress Annual Spring Hearing and Public Input Opportunity
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will once again offer their annual opportunity for the public to provide input on a variety of natural resource-related questions with an in-person opportunity April 8, 2024,...
Bog Brook Wildlife Area in Forest County, Wisconsin: A Poor Fen Habitat
In cooperation with the Wisconsin DNR and the Town of Nashville, the road into the Bog Brook Wildlife Area in Southern Forest County has been repaired. The Bog Brook Wildlife Area is a unique natural sanctuary that spans over 490 acres. This area is especially...
Wake boats: The Monster Trucks of Wisconsin Lakes
Wake boats have rapidly become a prominent feature on Wisconsin lakes, drawing attention and controversy alike. Known for their powerful engines and ability to create massive wakes, these boats are often likened to monster trucks for their size, power, and disruptive...
Spongy Moths in Northern Wisconsin During Summer Months
The Spongy Moths are here! I’ve had several reports from residents around the County. From the reports and inspections I’ve done, I’ve concluded that they like apple trees. Spongy moths, formerly known as Gypsy moths, are an invasive species that pose a significant...
Deer Fawns
Last Friday and early this week, we had a couple new additions to our deer herd at the Forest County Deep Park. It made me think that it's that time of year ... when you can almost stumble over a well-hidden fawn. White-tailed deer fawns are usually born about six...
The Decline of Insect Populations: The Impact of Neonicotinoids
I recently read an article in the Trout Unlimited magazine that talked about the alarming decline in insect populations. Among the various factors contributing to this decline, the use of neonicotinoid pesticides has emerged as a major concern. Neonicotinoids, often...
No Mow May
NATIVE PLANT PICK-UP WILL BE FRIDAY 8-4 IN THE COURTHOUSE SQUARE (by the tank). I had to jump the gun last weekend and mow my lawn for all the family that was coming for Memorial Day. Many people have committed to not mowing their yards in May, allowing flowering...
The 17-Year Cycle of Cicadas in Northern Wisconsin
Cicadas are a fascinating group of insects known for their distinctive life cycles, particularly the periodical cicadas that emerge in synchronized, large-scale events every 13 or 17 years. In Northern Wisconsin, the 17-year cicada, known as Magicicada septendecim,...
Students Test Environmental Knowledge at Wisconsin Envirothon
Top High School Team to Represent Wisconsin at International NCF-Envirothon competition MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Envirothon, sponsored by WI Land+Water, set the stage for Earth Week at the Wisconsin Lions Camp in Rosholt, WI on Friday, April 19, 2024. The Wisconsin...