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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New State Record Buck

A new state record was set for archery nontypical with a buck taken in Waukesha County.

See the picture and article on outdoorlife.com Big Buck Alert: 249-Inch Whitetail Breaks Wisconsin Archery Record

Good luck hunters - Whitetail Deer Gun Season November 23rd-December 1st.

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40 Years of Protecting Wildlife and Plants

2012 was the 40th Anniversary of the Wisconsin law protecting rare and endangered plants and wildlife. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is proud of its record of successes. Here is an article published by the DNR that showcases some of their efforts.

MADISON -- The 40th anniversary year of Wisconsin's law safeguarding rare wildlife and plants is winding down with the penultimate feature posted today on the Department of Natural Resources website highlighting successful comebacks and innovative approaches achieved under the law.

The new feature focuses on private landowners teaming up with DNR staff and other partners to restore habitat that will benefit the state’s at-risk species. The feature, like the 11 that have preceded it, uses videos, slide shows, and other media to help tell the story and encourage people to get involved.

Full Story 40 years of endangered resources successes captured in Web features

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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.

Like this 40 acre parcel in Wood County across the street from thousands of acres of Wood County Land. $61,500. WOOD 1644

Here's 80 acres on Dead Horse Creek in Adams County - filled with wildlife and close to great recreational areas. $132,000. ADAMS 1350

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!

Firewood Facts

With Camping Season in full swing in Wisconsin, here's a reminder about Wisconsin's Firewood regulations.

Most importantly, firewood cannot be brought to Wisconsin from another state. This could violate federal law and have fines up to $1000.

If you are camping at any state property, the wood must come from within 25 miles of that property, and it cannot come from a quaranteed area.

Many private campgrounds also have restrictions on firewood, so be sure to check in advance if you plan to bring firewood with you.

You can also purchase firewood from a Wisconsin Certified Dealer - this wood has been treated for pests and diseases and is allowed on state properties and most campgrounds.  Keep your receipt to show as proof when you head out.

Get more information about Wisconsin's Firewood Rules at the Wisconsin DNR website Don't move firewood

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