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Retired Rick
Jul 17, 2025
DNR Publishes 2024 Fish Stocking Summary
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released the 2024 fish stocking numbers for inland waterbodies and the Great Lakes.
The DNR raises millions of yearling and fingerling fish to stock into Wisconsin waters every year. Over 5 million fish were stocked in 2024, which helped fulfill the quotas submitted by county fisheries biologists.
Stocking helps boost natural fish populations where natural reproduction can no longer support the fishery, maintain or restore existing fisheries and support recreational fishing opportunities. Stocking is also used to evaluate management actions or fish culture techniques.
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Retired Rick
Jul 3, 2025
Governor Announces Outdoor Industry Award Winners; Wisconsin State Park System Honored
Gov. Tony Evers and the Department of Tourisms Office of Outdoor Recreation recently announced seven individuals and organizations as the first recipients of the newly created Wisconsin Governors Outdoor Industry Awards, and the Wisconsin State Park System was honored with Destination of the Year.
The newly created awards honor the outstanding accomplishments that drive economic impact and elevate the profile of Wisconsins thriving outdoor industry and of the state as a top outdoor recreation destination. Across seven categories, 75 nominations were received for individuals, destinations and organizations. Winners were announced and nominees were recognized at a special celebration on June 26, 2025.
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Retired Rick
Jul 3, 2025
Spring Surveys Show An Increase For Pheasants While Ruffed Grouse Numbers Remain Strong
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that data is now available from annual spring surveys of Wisconsin ruffed grouse and pheasant.
Pheasant observations were above the five-year average for the second consecutive year. The results of the ruffed grouse survey showed a slight decrease from 2024, but numbers were still significantly up from the five-year average. Find these wildlife survey reports and others on the Wisconsin Wildlife Reports webpage.
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Jul 2, 2025
From: Dale Lang
Subject: 2025 Northern Region Retirees Luncheons
July 8Ten Point
Aug 12--Shamrock
Sept 9CTs
Oct 14Tilted Loon
Nov 11Dinky Diner
Dec 9Town Pump
For our lunches, we meet starting at 11:00 and eat at noon, except as noted below.
Dinky Diner, 130 N Brown St, Rhinelander. https://www.facebook.com/TerrieandRicksDinkyDiner They have reopened in a new location, with a meeting room! We may want to order when we get there, to avoid overloading the kitchen, if there are many of us. Well work with the staff.
Ten Point Bar & Grill, 3983 Harshaw Rd, Harshaw. https://www.facebook.com/tenpointmandr/ Note, they open at noon.
Shamrock Pub N Eatery, downtown Lake Tomahawk, 7235 Bradley Street (Hwy 47). http://www.shamrocklaketom.com/
CTs Deli, downtown Rhinelander, 17 N Brown St. http://cheftomsdeli.com/ We usually have the Community Room. Since this is a deli, you order your drinks and food at the counter, pick up your drinks, then they call your name when your food is ready, and you get it from the food counter.
Tilted Loon Saloon, 1969 Co Rd L, Tomahawk, on Lake Nokomis. https://www.tiltedloon.com/
Town Pump, 7161 Highway 8, 7 miles west of Rhinelander. https://townpumprhi.com/
Spouses, guests, etc. are welcome to join us.
Retirees from other parts of the state who now live in the area are welcome, also. Folks who have moved out of the area may remain on the email list. Some on the list are spouses of deceased retirees, who have requested to remain on.
Retired Rick
Jun 18, 2025
Help Butterflies, Bees And Other Pollinators During Pollinator Week
Celebrate Wisconsins Native Pollinators By Creating Habitat And Volunteering rusty patched bumble bee perched on a purple flower
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help native pollinators during Pollinator Week, June 16-22 and year-round with a few simple lawn care habits, volunteering and supporting the Endangered Resources Fund.
Most of Wisconsin's pollinators are bees (Wisconsin has over 400 native species, including 20 bumble bee species), butterflies and moths. Wisconsin's pollinators also include hummingbirds and some beetles and flies. These animals and other pollinators visit flowering plants and transfer pollen from flower to flower. This practice helps plants grow fruits and seeds, and encourages genetic diversity.
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Retired Rick
Jun 11, 2025
Wisconsin NRB Meeting June 25 EDITOR'S NOTE: An earlier version of this release stated the incorrect meeting date in the headline. That error has been corrected above.
MADISON, Wis. The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the June meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters.
The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the University of WisconsinParkside, Student Center, 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, Wisconsin. The Board will act on items 1-4 and 7 as listed on the agenda.
The public is encouraged to watch the June meeting on the DNRs YouTube channel.
The deadline to register for public appearance requests and to submit written comments is 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Remote testimony from the public via Zoom may be accepted. In-person public appearances are also welcome.
During the June meeting, the Board will be considering:
Request adoption of Board Order WM-17-24, proposed rules affecting chapters NR 10 related to the 2025 Wildlife Management Spring Hearing Rule
Request adoption of Board Order FH-10-24, proposed rules affecting chapters NR 20 and 21 relating to changes to fishing regulations on inland, outlying and boundary waters (the 2025 Fisheries Management Spring Hearing rule)
The Board will also receive a report on the 2025 Wisconsin Conservation Congress Spring Hearing Advisory Question Summary and Convention, an informational briefing on the 125th Anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System, a presentation on Ozone Non-attainment Issues in Southeastern Wisconsin and an overview of the DNR's boating safety program, wake boats and aquatic invasive species considerations.
The complete June NRB meeting agenda is available on the DNR website.
In addition to being encouraged to watch the upcoming meeting, there are opportunities for the public to testify and to submit written comments about issues that come before the NRB. More information regarding public participation at Board meetings is available on the DNR website.
Retired Rick
Jun 5, 2025
Find Your Next Outdoor Adventure In Wisconsin During Free Fun Weekend, June 7-8
State Park Admissions, Fishing Licenses And Trail Passes Waived
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 13th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 7-8, 2025. State Park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
With 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails, 84,000 miles of rivers and streams and roughly 15,000 inland lakes, Wisconsin has something for everyone to enjoy.
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Retired Rick
Jun 4, 2025
The Southwest Wisconsin CWD Study: How Specific Deer Illustrate Results
Earlier this year, we at the Wisconsin DNR announced the Southwest Wisconsin CWD, Deer and Predator Study's primary findings at the January Natural Resources Board meeting. This study conclusively demonstrated that CWD reduces deer survival, and it corroborated what studies from other states have found, which is also occurring in Wisconsin. Of course, CWD can reduce survival by killing deer outright, aka "dying of CWD," but it can also do so by making them more vulnerable to hunters, cars, coyotes and so on. In this article, we won't cover all the various ways deer can die. Instead, we'll dive into the gory details of deer that died directly from CWD.
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Retired Rick
Jun 4, 2025
Visit Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest For Its Centennial Celebration, June 7
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend the 100th anniversary celebration of the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest on June 7. Events will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Crystal Lake Day Use Area and pavilion.
The roots of Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest's conservation efforts trace back to 1904 when Wisconsin appointed its first state forester, Edward Merriam Griffith. His work led to the creation of Wisconsin's first state forest reserve, which eventually became the state forest.
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Retired Rick
May 28, 2025
Find Your Next Outdoor Adventure In Wisconsin During Free Fun Weekend, June 7-8 State Park Admissions, Fishing Licenses And Trail Passes Waived
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 13th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 7-8, 2025. State Park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
With 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails, 84,000 miles of rivers and streams and roughly 15,000 inland lakes, Wisconsin has something for everyone to enjoy.
Free Fun Weekend is a great opportunity to join us to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System, said Steve Schmelzer, DNR Bureau Director of Parks and Recreation Management. Whether its your 100th visit or your first visit, you are invited to explore the more than 120 properties across the state. If you like to hike, bike, camp, paddle or even just enjoy a good book in a beautiful place, we hope you will join us for Free Fun Weekend.
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