There are a lot of insects, animals, and even plants that need darkness to thrive. Something as simple as a porch light left on all night can disrupt that. Oneida County Conservationist Michele Sadauskas says right now fireflies are good examples, especially after the...
Enjoy Wisconsin waterways — practice hydro dam safety Injuries and even death occur each year at dams across the nation. Avoid accidents when fishing or boating by: Staying clear of restricted zones. Understanding dangers. Obeying all warning signs and devices. Dam...
Hello All, Here are the three presentations from the FLOW AIS annual meeting from the 12th at the Northwoods Inn In pickerel. Two are attached as a PDF, one is in link form below. I truly appreciate all of you for coming to the event. I hope you enjoyed the day and...
Fly fishing is a popular technique—and pastime—for many anglers in the Badger State. Here are six of the best fly fishing spots in Wisconsin. According to DriftHook, Wisconsin’s trout streams have grown “from 2,677 and 9,500 miles in 1980 to now more than 2,989...
From stunning nature escapes to children’s attractions full of whimsy, you won’t want to miss out on these Wisconsin parks with fairy-tale vibes. It should go without saying, but getting out under the sun is one of the best ways to spend the warmer months in...
f your dad ever told you to go jump in a lake, now is the time to do it. With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror, and Labor Day off in the horizon, the fast-moving months of June, July and August are the prime time to go to a Wisconsin beach, soak in the sun and...
HILLMAN, Mich. (AP) — Michigan wildlife experts finally were able to trap a black bear and remove a large lid that was stuck around his neck — for two years. “It’s pretty incredible that the bear survived and was able to feed itself,” state bear specialist Cody Norton...
Some simple steps can help support pollinators in the environment. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says most of the pollinators in the state are bees, butterflies and moths. Hummingbirds and some beetles and flies also lend a hand. “Wisconsin is an...
At least eight miles of a Southwest-Wisconsin stream were polluted by a manure spill earlier this month. The spill killed hundreds of fish, including many wild brown trout. The affected waterways — Spring Valley Creek, Moore Creek and the Kickapoo River — have long...
The aurora borealis, aka Northern Lights, is usually visible in Alaska, Canada, and Scandinavian countries like Greenland. But there’s good news: The show in the sky is expected to be especially active this summer, and Wisconsin is one of a dozen US states where you...