NEWS RELEASE Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 101 S Webster, P.O. Box 7921, Madison, WI 53707 Phone: 608-267-2773 TDD: 711 dnr.wi.gov www.wisconsin.gov DATE: March 27, 2013 MADISON, Wis. – This year’s long winter is having an impact on owls in Wisconsin, including three species of rare owls that have come down from the boreal [...]
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Late Winter Takes Toll on Owl Population 3-27-2013
Posted on 27 March 2013.
Posted in Birds, Birdwatching, Conservation, DNR News, Habitat, Photos, Predators, Websites, WI DNR, Wildlife0 Comments
Raptor Day at Charlestown State Park 3-19-2013
Posted on 19 March 2013.
Discover the wonders of birds of prey and bird watching at Charlestown State Park during Raptor Day, April 12. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Hardy Lake Raptor Rehab Center will present live bird programs and have several of its birds on-hand for visitors to see up-close at the Clark Shelter House (near Trail 2). [...]
Posted in Birds, Birdwatching, Conservation, Eagles, Habitat, Kids & Conservation, Other states Programs, Outdoor Events, Photography, Photos, Predators, Seminars, Websites, Wildlife, Youth Programs0 Comments
Exciting Birding Opportunities in May by Barb Barzen 3-14-2013
Posted on 14 March 2013.
Greetings, Before warm weather finally gets here and you won’t want to be inside at your computer, take a look at several fun and exciting birding opportunities that are coming up in May through the Great Wisconsin Birdathon. You can spend time with bird experts in special places and support bird conservation. It’s birding for [...]
Posted in Birds, Birdwatching, Conservation, Donations, Eagles, Habitat, Outdoor Events, Photography, Photos, Predators, Websites, Wildlife0 Comments
Swamp People Tonight, Blood Lines 3-14-2013
Posted on 14 March 2013.
New Episode Tonight, March 14 at 9/8c Blood Lines One hunter suffers a brutal alligator bite that forces him off the water for emergency first aid… read more. Watch a preview » Watch the latest full episode » Quittin’ Time Gator hunters describe when they know it’s time to call it quits. When is it [...]
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Sportmen’s Weekly: New Mexico Anti-Hunting Bill Defeated 3-1-2013
Posted on 01 March 2013.
March 1, 2013 Top News New Mexico Anti-Hunting Bill Defeated On Tuesday, February 26th the New Mexico House of Representatives shot down House Bill 316, a measure banning “coyote killing contests,” by a 38 to 30 vote. Sponsored by Representative Nathan Cote (D-Las Cruces), it would have prohibited holding or participating in [...]
Posted in Conservation, Dogs, Guns, Habitat, Hunting, Legislation in other States, Other State's Legislation, Other states Programs, Outdoor and DNR Legislation, Predator Hunting, Predators, Trapping, Websites, Wildlife0 Comments
MOOD Magazine’s OD: Song Dogs 2-15-2013
Posted on 15 February 2013.
Posted in Guns, Habitat, Hunting, Podcasts and Videos, Predator Hunting, Predators, Tactic, Tips and Techniques, Videocasts, Websites, Wildlife0 Comments
Illinois Homeowner Defends Dogs from Coyotes by Outdoor Hub Reporters 2-3-2013
Posted on 03 February 2013.
Submitted by Daniel Yu Riverside, Illinois resident Roger Nelson let his five-year-old beagle out for some fresh air when the dog ran afoul of four coyotes. According to WGN-TV, Nelson’s beagle ran back into the house with the coyote pack hot on his heels. Nelson managed to shut the door on the animals, but that [...]
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The Dog Days of Winter by Pedigree 1-20-2013
Posted on 20 January 2013.
In cold weather use discretion and common sense. If you do take your dog outside in colder weather, keep your walks and playtime shorter than usual. A lot of older dogs still love spending time outdoors and romping in the snow. However, seniors can be especially vulnerable to the effects of cold weather. Some preventive [...]
Posted in Bluegills, Crappies, Dogs, Doves, Game Birds, Habitat, Hunting, New Products, OWAA, Panfish, Pheasant, Predator Hunting, Predators, Quail, River Fishing, Ruffed Grouse, Tactic and Techniques, Tips0 Comments
US F&W Survey Final Report 1-6-2013
Posted on 06 January 2013.
January 4, 2013 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has released the final report of the 2011 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation. According to a USFWS news release issued Dec. 20, the report shows that wildlife-related outdoor recreation nationally increased dramatically from 2006 to 2011. USFWS had released a preliminary overview [...]
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Winchester Announces World’s Fastest, Most Powerful Modern Rimfire Cartridge 1-4-2013
Posted on 04 January 2013.
EAST ALTON, Ill. (Jan. 3, 2013) – Coyotes, prairie dogs and other varmints, beware. In 2013, Winchester® Ammunition will arm small game hunters with the most revolutionary rimfire cartridge in the company’s almost 150-year history – the .17 Winchester Super Magnum. The .17 Win Super Mag offers the downrange performance of a centerfire cartridge [...]
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