Wisconsin Deer Classic and Hunting Expo

Trying to stay warm and get ready for the upcoming hunting seasons?

Head to Cedar Creek Mall in Rothschild for the Wisconsin Deer Classic and Hunting Expo at the Patriot Center February 21st-23rd. See Firearms, Hunting Gear, Wildlife Art & Gifts, Guides & Outfitters, Outdoor Equipment and more.  Also at this event is the Wisconsin Taxidermists Association Convention and the WTA Championship Competition.

See the Wisconsin Deer Classic event page here Wisconsin Deer Classic and Hunting Expo

See WTA Convention and Competition Information here 2014 WI Deer Classic

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Turkey Hunting

The Wisconsin DNR has released the numbers for the Fall Turkey Hunt - 4,633 birds were registered, which was down from 2012.  You can also see harvest information for the Spring Turkey Hunt, and if you did not enter the drawing for a Turkey License, 10,000 permits will be available in mid-March.

 MADISON -- Wisconsin wild turkey hunters registered a total of 4,633 birds during the fall 2013 wild turkey season, a decrease of 34 percent from the 7,054 turkeys registered during the 2012 season. Success rates also decreased, from 12.9 percent in 2012 to 7.1 percent during the 2013 season.

"The late spring and wet June last year translated into poor overall reproductive success for turkeys, so with fewer young birds out there we expected to see a bit of a drop in harvest during the fall season," said Scott Walter, upland wildlife ecologist for the Department of Natural Resources. "However, the magnitude of the decline from the 2012 harvest was somewhat surprising. We'll be looking at the results of our fall hunter survey to see if hunter participation rates or effort may have played roles in the drop in harvest."

Full Story Hunters register 4,633 birds in 2013 fall wild turkey hunt; spring permit levels set

See the DNR Flyer on the Spring Turkey Hunt here Spring 2014 Turkey Hunting Information

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We've Got an App for That

The Wisconsin DNR has a new app: "The Official Guide for Wisconsin's Fishing, Hunting & Wildlife".

Get information on all things outdoors including Wisconsin’s fishing, hunting and wilderness sites, species profiles, rules and regulations, permits and licensing details, record trails, mark traps and keep track of wildlife sightings.  

Get more information or download the app here Official WI Fish and Wildlife Guide

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Public Shooting Ranges

Looking for a public shooting range? The Wisconsin DNR has a Public Shooting Range Map showing each range's location, information and types of shooting activities allowed, as well as a link to the shooting range website.  Check it out: Public Shooting Ranges

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Fall Hunting

The fall hunting seasons are underway here is Wisconsin. Bear, Mourning Dove and Canada Goose hunting seasons have begun with Whitetail Deer (Bow), Turkey, Rabbit, Crow, Ruffed Grouse and Squirrel seasons set to begin September 14th. Good luck to all the hunters for a safe and successful season.

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Cooking Wild Turkey

Have you bagged your prize tom? Now what do you do with all that meat?

If you looking for a new way to prepare your bird, check out this recipe with a spicy flair on Grant's Blog at GrowingDeer.tv After The Hunt: Cooking Wild Turkey

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State Park Turkey Hunting Zones

Turkey hunters take note: if you plan to hunt in one of the 16 State Parks that have allowed hunting in past years, you will need a special zone hunting permit. Other State Parks will be open to all hunters.

See this article from the Door County Advocate with more information about the Spring Turkey hunt in Wisconsin State Parks.

Turkey hunters interested in hunting in a Wisconsin state park during the 2013 Wisconsin spring turkey hunting season should note that the 16 state parks that were open to spring turkey hunting prior to 2013 are still designated as special turkey hunting zones.

“To hunt in state park turkey zones, a person must have a turkey hunting permit that is issued specifically for that zone,” said Scott Loomans, wildlife regulations specialist for the Department of Natural Resources. “The new law opening state park properties to hunting did not eliminate the established state park turkey zones that are set in current administrative codes.”

Full Story Existing Wisconsin state park turkey hunting zones remain in place

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Register for Hunter's Education Classes

The spring hunting seasons will be here soon, so now is a great time to sign up for your Hunter's Education Classes. There are three options: classroom instruction, online instruction or the online test out. Sign up early to get the class you want. This is a requirement for all hunters born in 1973 or later to be able to purchase a hunting license in Wisconsin. Visit the Wisconsin DNR website for all the details Numerous hunter education courses open statewide

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Reminders for Deer, Bear and Turkey Hunters

These reminders for hunters have just been published by the Wisconsin DNR:

Wisconsin Statewide Antlerless Hunt will be December 6th-9th
Check out other deer hunting seasons times for the rest of the year here

December 10th is the deadline for applications for 2013 Spring Turkey and Bear permits
Find the application link and more information here

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Hunting in Wisconsin is Getting Safer Each Year

One fact always on hunter's minds is safety. And in Wisconsin the Department of Natural Resources has and continues to make safety a priority.

In this article from the DNR follow the progress of how Wisconsin hunting has gotten safer.

MADISON -- It’s no accident that hunting in Wisconsin is a safe, fun activity for the entire family, according to Conservation Warden Jon King, who heads the Department of Natural Resources Hunter Education Program.

“And it is getting safer with each year,” he says.

Wisconsin has a fatality rate per 100,000 of 0.28 percent when considering a 10-year period. Going hunting is now safer than driving to work.

Full Story  Hunting in Wisconsin continues to get safer

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Permit Application Deadline August 1st

A reminder to hunters and trappers - the August 1st deadline for for permit applications is fast approching for the following seasons: Fall Turkey, Canada geese (Horicon Zone),  Sharp-tailed grouse, Bobcat (hunting and trapping), Fisher (trapping only) and Otter (trapping only).

Get all the details on the Wisconsin DNR website August 1 deadline approaches for many hunting seasons

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Hunting Land

With listings in over 45 Wisconsin Counties, BuyWisconsinLand.com can help you find the dream hunting property you've been looking for.

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In Jackson County, the Whitetail Capital of Wisconsin, 160 acres of woods with trails.  Bring your ATV and enjoy. $230,000. JAC 1225

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Have a safe and fun-filled 4th of July!

Grey Wolf Hunting Rules, Quotas Proposed

The Federal Government has delisted the Grey Wolf from the Endangered Species List for the Great Lakes Region. Now Wisconsin is preparing guidelines for future hunting seasons and has information sessions planned across the State.  Article from the Wisconsin DNR

MADISON -- Earlier this year the federal government delisted the gray wolf from the endangered species list for the Western Great Lakes Region. This spring, Act 169 was passed by the Wisconsin Legislature and signed by the governor, directing the Department of Natural Resources to develop a wolf hunting and trapping season rule, harvest management zones, harvest quotas, and hunter and trapper permit levels.

“The department is committed to conservation of wolves in Wisconsin. Long-term conservation includes managing this important wildlife population within our borders,” said DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp.

Full Story DNR announces proposed wolf hunting and trapping rule, quotas and permit levels

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Hunting Sandhill Cranes

There seems to be support for a Sandhill Crane hunting season in Wisconsin, but those opposed say there are already enough animals hunted here.  Article from the Green Bay Press Gazette

MADISON — Outdoor lovers overwhelmingly endorsed the idea of hunting sandhill cranes, according to a tally state wildlife officials released Wednesday.

The Wisconsin Conservation Congress asked everyone who attended its annual statewide spring hearings Monday whether they support a sandhill season. Attendees approved the idea by more than a 2-1 margin, according to a count the state Department of Natural Resources released Wednesday afternoon.

The vote promises to give conservative legislators more leverage as they advance legislation authorizing a hunt — and ratchet up an already bitter debate in a state that both prides itself on its hunting culture and serves as home to the International Crane Foundation, one of the world's premier crane conservation organizations.

Full Story Wisconsin crane hunt wins widespread support

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Find New Hunting Ground

Looking for a new place to hunt this year?  The Wisconsin DNR has over 30,000 acres currently enrolled in the Voluntary Public Access Program, where private land is opened up for public use.

MADISON -- A new program to provide additional land for public access has opened up more than 30,000 acres in 31 Wisconsin counties for hunters getting ready for the spring turkey hunting season. The Department of Natural Resources Voluntary Public Access (VPA) provides financial incentives to private landowners who open up their land to public hunting, fishing, trapping, and wildlife observation.

Full Story from the WDNR website Looking for a new place to turkey hunt?

Find links to properties enrolled in the Voluntary Public Access Program and learn how you can lease your wooded property  Voluntary Public Access Program

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Last Chance for Spring Turkey Permits

The leftover Spring Turkey Hunting Permits will go on sale next week.  These will be sold on a first-come first served basis from 10AM-midnight or until permits are sold out. 

Here is the schedule: Zone 1 – Monday March 19th, Zone 2 – Tuesday March 20th, Zone 3 – Wednesday March 21st, Zone 4 – Thursday, March 22nd and Zones 5, 6 and 7 – Friday, March 23rd.

Any permits remaining will then be available starting March 24th until sold out or season ends.

You can purchse leftover permits through the DNR website, at any DNR Service Center, at all authorized license agents or by calling toll-free 1-877-WI LICENSE (1-877-945-4236).

The Spring Turkey Hunt is set for April 11th- May 22nd.

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2012 Hunting and Trapping Seasons

Get a copy of the 2012 Hunting and Trapping Season Flyer published by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Reasouces.  This lists all the season dates and license requirements.  Click here 2012 Wisconsin Hunting and Trapping Seasons

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Best Trophy Whitetail Deer in Wisconsin

Wisconsin ranks first in the nation for Trophy Deer hunting.  Story by weau.com

If you're looking to bag a trophy buck next fall, the DNR says you're living in the right state.

According to records kept by the Boone and Crockett Club, Wisconsin is the number one state to find a big buck. The club says the number of trophy bucks harvested has risen by 857% over the past 3 decades, and 383 record breaking bucks were harvested from 2006 to 2010.

The club says that's because Wisconsin has good deer range and more refuges, which allow bucks to grow older.

Full Story Wisconsin leads nation in trophy bucks  

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Thinking About Hunting Land?

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96+ acres on the east border of the Black River State Forest.  Beautifully wooded with Dickey Creek running across the parcel. $112,000 #JAC1212

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Wisconsin's Whitetail Deer Trustee

Working to keep up Wisconsin's great hunting tradition - article by  Robert Hornacek FOX 11 News

Deer hunting is a billion-dollar-a-year industry in Wisconsin, so there is a lot at stake.

Hunters have expressed a lot of frustration in the last few years about the management of the deer herd. Now, the state has brought in an outsider to review things.

James Kroll is the new deer czar. He's officially called the Whitetail Deer Trustee. He's not your typical wildlife biologist. While he does have an academic background Kroll has spent much of his career communicating directly to hunters. He has his own TV show and has written hundreds of magazine articles.

See full story Deer czar: It's time for a change 

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