by Greg Schmitz | Mar 3, 2026 | Conservation Corner
For more than a century, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has been at the forefront of reforestation efforts, supplying landowners with the seedlings needed to restore and sustain the state’s forests. Since the program’s inception in 1911, the DNR...
by Greg Schmitz | Feb 24, 2026 | Conservation Corner, News
Once again, we are going to have our Annual Native Plant Sale! Native plants are a great way to attract birds, butterflies, and bees to your property. They can also help to stop erosion and sediment loss on shorelines. Consider planting native plants this summer...
by Greg Schmitz | Feb 21, 2026 | Conservation Corner, News
Late ice fishing season can be both exciting and frustrating. On one hand, the days are longer, the sun in warmer, and the ice often feels safer to travel on than in the unpredictable early season. On the other hand, many anglers notice a trend that the fish don’t...
by Greg Schmitz | Feb 21, 2026 | Wake Boats
What Happened: On Thursday, February 19, Assembly Bill 1033 — the pro-wake sport, pro-industry bill — was amended to include provisions establishing Sandhill crane hunting permits (see HERE). The amended bill was then brought to a vote and passed in the Assembly....
by Greg Schmitz | Feb 18, 2026 | Wake Boats
ACTION ALERT Public Hearing Set For Competing Wake Sport Bills Wisconsin Lakes OPPOSES Senate Bill 1025. Wisconsin Lakes SUPPORTS Senate Bill 1024. If you can attend the public hearing – PLEASE DO! Keep your message respectful and concise, but stand firm on...
