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Field Notes: Mosquitoes in the Northwoods

Field Notes: Mosquitoes in the Northwoods

I love the spring. The weather warms and the snow melts. A fun time to get out in the woods with my dog, Ole. This time of year is great, until the week before Memorial Day. What happens during that week? The mosquitoes come out and they usually come out in a big way....

DNR Seeking Public Input On Great Lakes Beach Listings

DNR Seeking Public Input On Great Lakes Beach Listings

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to help update Wisconsin's Beach List to keep people safe on Great Lakes beaches this summer. Each year, the DNR's beach program contacts residents, local beach managers and...

Spiny waterfleas found in Iron County lake

Spiny waterfleas found in Iron County lake

IRON COUNTY - An aquatic invasive species known to hurt walleye and perch survival have been found on a lake in Southern Iron County. Spiny waterfleas have been discovered in Sandy Beach Lake about 9 miles southwest of Manitowish Waters. Initial evidence was...

6 Wisconsin Water Ski Shows That Will Astonish You This Summer

6 Wisconsin Water Ski Shows That Will Astonish You This Summer

Did you know that Wisconsin is the “Show Ski Capital of the World”? It’s true! With more water ski show teams than anywhere else, you’ll find plenty of action staged on our many sparkling lakes and rivers. Teams all around the state spend the summers performing water...

DNR to Hold Aquatic Plant Management Rules Revision Roadshows

DNR to Hold Aquatic Plant Management Rules Revision Roadshows

  Agency provides four opportunities for public comment on changes to NR 107 and NR 109, the administrative rules covering aquatic plant management The Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources is pursuing revisions and changes to the administrative rules governing...