From butterflies to birds, Wisconsin’s home to some of the most fun-to-watch migrating animals, and you don’t want to miss these eight this fall. Just as we change many aspects of our daily lives in the winter, such as spending more time indoors and dressing entirely...
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Do not eat’ advisory issued for fish in the Moen Chain in Oneida County due to PFAS contamination
Fish harvested from the Moen Chain of lakes in Oneida County are no longer considered safe to eat. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Wisconsin Department of Health Services issued new consumption advisories for fish and deer in the Stella/Starks area...
Trout Lake Station has one of the most comprehensive lake data sets in the world. Federal changes are putting the future of it at risk
Thousands of lakes and miles of rivers and stream span across northern Wisconsin. They’re a major part of life in the Northwoods from the recreation opportunities to the food they provide to the serene atmosphere that draws people to live and vacation in the region....
Field Notes: Ruffed Grouse in the Northwoods
Cool temperatures and changing leaves can mean only one thing. Summer is over and fall is just around the corner. Today we will turn our attention to one of the most iconic fall birds of our northern forests: the ruffed grouse. This remarkable bird, with its mottled...
Get ready to spot hundreds of hummingbirds flying over Wisconsin
Hummingbirds are beginning their seasonal migration out of Wisconsin. Here’s what you need to know about these tiny travelers. Blink and you might miss them! The hummingbirds that flocked to Wisconsin during the springtime are going to be making their way out of the...
When Wisconsin fall colors are expected to peak in 2025
When can you expect peak fall color in your favorite Wisconsin destinations? Travel Wisconsin’s Fall Color Report, which offers weekly updates in season for many state locations, suggests peak color around the second week of October for some northern destinations such...
Scientists wonder if Lake Superior can continue to avoid an invasion of mussels
SLE ROYALE, Mich. (AP) — With no cellphone towers, roads or permanent residents, this wilderness archipelago is about as remote as it gets. Yet it’s still not isolated enough to evade a notorious Great Lakes villain. That’s why Lauren Isbell and Alex Egan, National...
Satellite imagery shows less wild rice this year in northern Wisconsin
This year’s wild rice crop in northern Wisconsin appears likely to be lower than last year. That follows a pattern seen in recent years. Crop estimates can now be done using satellite imagery. The Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission says imagery suggests...
Pine cones needed to provide seed for Wisconsin tree nurseries
ou can make some extra money gathering pine cones, but they need to be the right ones. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources needs help gathering red and white pine cones for its reforestation program. "The state nurseries will pay collectors to bring in these...
Wisconsin Lakes Welcome to our new Executive Director!
Ben Wohajn appointed new Executive Director of Wisconsin Lakes Wisconsin Lakes is proud to announce the hiring of Ben Wojahn (pronounced Woah-yahn) as its next Executive Director! Ben will take over fully from current Executive Director Michael Engleson...










