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Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
 Deer hunters looking forward to the 2010-2011 seasons will have some new rules to follow as they pursue their fall pastime. Several of the new rules were requested and supported by hunters and trappers at the annual Spring Rule Hearings. Others have come to life in response to changing wildlife management needs and new technologies.

Most of the newer rules are found in the “What’s New” section of the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations pamphlets.  A few of the newer rules were not finalized until after the paper copies of the regulations went to press but are updated on the DNR website. Hunters and trappers are encouraged to study the regulations pamphlets and check the DNR website under the type of game they intend to pursue to be sure they are aware of any new rules and to review existing rules.  A complete list of new 2010 hunting and trapping regulations can be found in detail on the "Wisconsin Hunting and Trapping Regulations" Web page:http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/regs/.

Hunters and trappers can also call the DNR Information (1-888-WDNR INFo) line 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. 7 days a week with questions.

A sample of new rules of interest to deer hunters includes:

  • The free "Archery Antlerless Deer Carcass Tag" that comes with an archery hunting license and patron’s license is NOT VALID in 19 deer management units designated as “Regular Units – Buck Only."
  • Archery deer hunters no longer must wait three days from the date of license purchase to go hunting – the license is valid immediately during hunting hours after it is purchased during the open season.
  • Scopes with magnification or telescopic sights are now legal on muzzleloaders during the 10-day Nov. 29 – Dec.8 muzzleloader season.
  • Whole deer carcasses can now be transported out of the CWD Management Zone or into Wisconsin from CWD areas of other states where CWD has been detected, but must be delivered to a licensed meat processor or taxidermist within 72 hours.
  • Deer carcasses may now be divided for easier removal from the field, subject to certain restrictions.
  • Whitefish Dunes and Potawatomi state parks are now open for deer hunting during the nine-day firearm deer season.

 







Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
 OPERATION DEER WATCH UPDATE

Please continue to report your observations through September.

Note: Deer are more reddish-brown during the summer months. Deer shed their summer coat in late summer or early fall and replace it with a thick, brownish-gray winter coat. Fawns also lose their spots by late summer or early fall. Take an extra moment to confirm your observations!

Check out the "Preliminary Results" tab on the Operation Deer Watch survey page for an update: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/harvest/summerdeer.htm.

Thank you to all the outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife watchers across the state that are taking the time and interest in Wisconsin’s wildlife to fill out the online Operation Deer Watch survey.

If you have any trouble accessing the survey or if you have questions about the survey, please contact Brian Dhuey, 608-221-6342.





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State repeals waiting period for deer bow hunters to purchase archery licenses

Weekly News Article Published: August 24, 2010 by the Central Office

MADISON – Archery deer hunters no longer have to wait three days after purchasing a license during the open season to begin hunting in Wisconsin. The State Legislature removed the three-day waiting period restriction during the recent legislative session at the request of the Department of Natural Resources.

“The law has outlived its usefulness,” said Tom Van Haren, DNR conservation warden. “The three-day waiting period is an obstacle for young hunters who celebrate their tenth birthday during the archery season and have to wait until then to purchase their license.”

The waiting period was originally enacted to discourage deer hunters from waiting until they killed a deer before purchasing a license and to discourage a person from buying a license for someone who had killed a deer but either did not have a tag, or did not want to use the tag on their deer.

“The waiting period is inconvenient for anyone who didn’t purchase a license prior to the season then realizes they have the coming weekend open with time to go hunting. If they do not think to purchase the license ahead of time they are unable to use the license that weekend. It has especially been a deterrent for non-residents who travel great distances to Wisconsin on a Thursday or Friday to spend the weekend with family or friends or for the primary purpose to archery hunt for deer.”

Van Haren said that before the law was changed the deer population was low and the number of deer a person could get tags for was limited.

“Basically, each archer was issued just a tag that was good for a buck or an antlerless deer. The fact is, abundant harvest tags are now available in most deer management units making it possible to harvest multiple deer legally,” he added.

The requirement that people wear a back tag while hunting reduces the incidence of hunting without a license. If a conservation warden suspects that something is wrong, the warden can find out instantly through the automated licensing system, when a license was purchased right down to the minute, which is also printed on the license or back tag. In 2009, bow hunters purchased 208, 022 licenses in Wisconsin.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Van Haren, Warden, (608) 266-3244

 




Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
 Antlerless deer (bonus) carcass tags for regular deer management units, and hunting access permits for state park deer management units go on sale starting Aug. 21.

Tags and permits will be sold at the rate of one per person per day. Tags and permits for odd numbered units will be available for sale on Saturday Aug. 21 from noon until midnight. Tags and permits for even numbered units will go on sale beginning Sunday Aug. 22 at noon.

Sales will continue Monday, August 23 for both odd and even numbered units for all remaining tags. Sales will continue until sold out or until the hunting season ends.

Tags and permits will be available for purchase at any DNR licensing sales location, through the DNR Online Licensing Center, or by phone toll free at 1 (877) 945-4236.

Deer hunters are encouraged to check the 2010 deer management unit designations map or in the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations booklet for the units they plan to hunt in this fall.

Forty seven regular units will require hunters to purchase antlerless (bonus) tags if they wish to tag antlerless deer in those units this fall. Nineteen regular deer management units will not have any antlerless tags available for sale this year to encourage herd growth. Every gun and archery deer hunting license will include an antlerless carcass tag valid for units designated as Herd Control or Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). CWD units have unlimited earn-a-buck (EAB) rules.

If hunters are planning to hunt in any of the twelve state parks that require access permits for deer hunting, they should plan accordingly, as many units will sell out quickly. Those interested in hunting these properties should first check the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations or the Hunting Opportunities web page to learn about special weapon restrictions and season dates. Some state parks that allow deer hunting may not require access permits, but may have different season dates.

Purchasing a deer hunting license before Aug. 21 can speed up the permit purchasing process, suggest officials, since hunters must obtain a deer hunting license before they can purchase a bonus antlerless tag or state park access permit. Hunters can check for tag or access permit availability on the DNR website. Tag and permit availability are updated regularly. Units with relatively low numbers of available tags can be expected to sell out quickly. Units with a high number of tags available generally last longer or may not sell out.

For questions about tag sales and park access permits contact the DNR Call Center at 1-888-WDNRINFo

 

 





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Hunters with disabilities are reminded that it is up to them to contact a hunt sponsor

MADISON – Qualified hunters with disabilities have until Sept. 1 to line up a sponsor so they can participate in a special gun deer hunt this October.

A sponsor list http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/HUNT/DEER/DDHunt/ddhsponsor.pdf for the 2010 gun Deer Hunt for Hunters with Disabilities is now available. Hunters with disabilities must contact sponsors directly and get signed up by Sept. 1, 2010.

Hunters with a valid Class A permit, a long-term Class B permit that authorizes shooting from a vehicle, or a Class C Disabled Hunting permit are eligible to participate in this special hunt, which will take place Oct. 2-10.

The disabled hunt is the first gun deer hunt of the season and is scheduled to provide hunters with disabilities easier access and fewer weather-related difficulties. The only other deer hunters in the woods during the Oct. 2-8 time period are archery deer hunters. There will be a statewide youth gun deer hunt on Oct. 9-10.

Find more information on the 2010 gun Deer Hunt for Hunters with Disabilities web page.





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 "Operation Deer Watch" begins August 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is asking for your help in monitoring the reproductive status of deer in the state. Please record and report all deer seen - bucks, does, and fawns - between August 1 and September 30. The entered observations will be used to determine doe to fawn ratios, which are a part of the population estimation equation, and will help guide future management decisions.

Go to the Wisconsin DNR website at dnr.wi.gov and click on the "Operation Deer Watch" button under the Features section for more information and to get started. 

http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/harvest/summerdeer.htm

 

 





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 Learn about plans for Wisconsin deer research projects starting this winter in east-central Wisconsin.  An informational meeting will be held on Monday, July 26 at 7:00 p.m. at the Navarino Nature Center in Shiocton.  DNR and University of Wisconsin researchers are looking for volunteers to assist with deer trapping efforts.

Learn more from the Northeast Region news release on the DNR website: http://dnr.wi.gov/news/BreakingNews_Lookup.asp?id=1765.

Wisconsin Whitetailed Deer Research Projects: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/es/science/wildlife/deer/index.htm#tab

 

 

 





Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
 The 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations are available on the DNR website.

Visit the "Wisconsin Hunting and Trapping Regulations" Web page to find links for deer hunting and other 2010 species regulations: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/regs/.

Deer hunting regulation booklets will be available at DNR licensing locations throughout the state in mid to late August.

For questions about hunting regulations or season dates, contact DNR Customer Service at 1-888-WDNRINFo (1-888-936-7463).





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Wisconsin and Illinois ink cooperative agreement addressing CWD in deer

Weekly News Article Published: July 6, 2010 by the Central Office

MADISON – Wisconsin and Illinois have reached agreement on guidelines for cooperative management of chronic wasting disease (CWD), the fatal neurological disease of deer that has been confirmed in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois counties.

“The wildlife in question – whitetail deer – obviously don’t recognize state lines,” said DNR Secretary Matt Frank. “Science is telling us that we are dealing with a single widespread occurrence of CWD so it makes sense that we cooperate with our neighbors to the south in working to control its spread to healthy deer.”

The agreement, referred to as a memorandum of understanding or MOU, identifies mutual goals for managing CWD. Wisconsin and Illinois also will develop a cooperative plan they hope will lead to a more effective and ultimately successful management program .

Wildlife biologists and wildlife health experts from Illinois and Wisconsin DNRs have been talking and sharing experiences for many years. A formal agreement signed by the two agency leaders will benefit both states by making efforts both more efficient and cost effective.

Both states have identified reducing deer densities and limiting geographic spread of the disease through herd reduction strategies as important goals. Cross-border research opportunities will be explored and the states plan to share common public messages relative to outreach and education about CWD. Staff is authorized to assist the other state when needed in CWD control activities when expected results are considered mutually beneficial. Data sharing in particular will be helpful to identifying the most effective management strategies.

“The ultimate goal in this effort is to preserve the health and quality of our white-tailed deer resource and the traditions associated with deer viewing and hunting for now and for generations to come,” said Frank.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Davin Lopez – (608) 267-4928

 




Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
 Deer Research Enthusiasts:

A Wisconsin Deer Research exhibitor booth will be demonstrated at DeerFest this weekend (June 25-27) at the Winnebago County Fairgrounds in Oshkosh, WI.  Representatives from the Wisconsin DNR, Conservation Congress, and University of Wisconsin will be available to discuss deer research initiatives, project objectives, and volunteering opportunities.  Displayed will be a live deer trap, deer research equipment, and maps of the primary study areas.  The booth will be located in the Trophy Room within the Expo Building.  Stop on by for a visit if your at the festival.

More details on DeerFest scheduling and directions can be found on their website: http://www.deerfestwi.com/Default.aspx.





Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
 HELP WITH GAME BIRD BROOD SURVEYS THIS SUMMER!

 

Upland bird hunters and outdoor enthusiasts:

The Wisconsin DNR is asking for your help in measuring the brood production of the state’s upland game bird species.  We are looking for observations of broods of pheasant, wild turkey, ruffed grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, prairie chicken, gray partridge, and bobwhite quail.  Wisconsinites spend many days outdoors during the summer months, and while doing so see a variety of our state’s abundant wildlife. This makes you a good source of information on the reproductive status of some of our wildlife species. No special effort is required!  Just go about your normal summertime activities, and when you see a brood of young pheasants, turkey, ruffed grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, prairie chicken, gray partridge, or bobwhite quail, please report your sightings.  Instructions on how to perform the survey and a tally sheet for your use can be found here  (http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/harvest/brood.htm).  Also report any sightings of turkey and pheasant hens that do not have broods.  Results from your observations will be used to monitor the reproductive status of these birds and to help make fall hunting forecasts.  If you have any questions about the survey, or if you have any issues accessing the survey website please contact Brian Dhuey (Brian.Dhuey@wisconsin.gov).

Thank you for your interest in Wisconsin’s wildlife!


 





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47,539 turkeys registered in Wisconsin’s 2010 spring turkey season

Weekly News Article Published: June 15, 2010 by the Central Office

Fall season permit applications due August 2

MADISON – Wisconsin hunters registered 47,539 turkeys during the 2010 spring turkey season. The registration total was a 9.6 percent decrease from the 2009 harvest of 52,581 birds.

Zone 1 produced the highest overall turkey harvest at 15,120 birds, followed by Zone 3 with 10,953 turkeys. The best hunter success rate appears to be in Zone 2 with a preliminary success rate of 28.5 percent, followed by Zone 4 at 22.4 percent success.

A total of 217,444 permits were issued for the spring hunt, according to licensing officials. This was a decrease of 689 permits compared to the 2009 spring hunt.

“Despite a slight decline in harvest totals from 2008 and 2009, Wisconsin’s statewide turkey population remains stable and resilient. The wet spring in 2008 and the cool summer in 2009 meant below-average brood production for turkeys during the past two years. When combined with more normal winter conditions, the slight decrease in the number of turkeys harvested was expected,” said Sharon Fandel, acting upland wildlife ecologist for the state Department of Natural Resources.

Hunter success rates also fell slightly to 22 percent in 2010 versus 24 percent in 2009, but were still quite good. As in past years, success rates were generally highest during the early and middle hunting periods.

“Hunters recorded a 31 percent success rate during the first period,” says Krista McGinley, DNR assistant upland wildlife ecologist. “Success was 23 percent and 21 percent for the second and third periods, respectively. A decrease over the periods is expected but is still telling of good hunting conditions.”

The preliminary results show that adult toms comprised 80.7 percent of the total harvest, which is higher than the long-term average of 74 percent but less than the 86 percent recorded last year. An increased proportion of adults in the harvest can be a sign of lower brood success from the previous year, although hunter selection can also play a role.

2010 Fall and 2011 spring seasons

The 2010 Fall Turkey and 2011 Spring Turkey Regulations are included in the 2010 Small Game Regulations pamphlet available on the Hunting Regulations page of the DNR website and in hard copy at license vendors. More information is available on the wild turkey page of the DNR website.

The Fall 2010 Wild Turkey Season will run from Sept. 18 through Nov. 18, with an extended season running from Nov. 29 through Dec. 31 for Zones 1-5 only. Hunters should check the DNR Wild Turkey webpage for updates.

The deadline for applying for a fall permit through the lottery process is August 2. Applications cost $3 and can be purchased over the internet through the Online Licensing Center, at license sales locations, or by calling toll-free 1-877-WI LICENSE (1-877-945-4263).

FOR MORE INFORMATION on Wisconsin’s turkey seasons contact: Sharon Fandel, Acting Upland Wildlife Ecologist: (608) 261-8458,or Krista McGinley, Assistant Upland Wildlife Ecologist: (608) 264-8963

 




Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
New Web page to highlight deer research projects

Staying on top of developments and progress in Wisconsin’s $2 million investment in deer research is only a mouse-click away at a new “White-tailed Deer Research Projects” Web page: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/es/science/wildlife/deer/.
To register for updates, people can go to the DNR homepage at dnr.wi.gov and click on the White-tailed Deer Research Projects button under the features column, then click on the link for “subscribe to deer research projects,” enter their e-mail address and follow the sign up instructions. When the subscription list appears scroll to the bottom and check “Wisconsin Deer Research.”
When the White-tailed Deer Research Projects page is updated, subscribers will receive an e-mail alerting them to new information posted on the page.
The White-tailed Deer Research Projects page will keep subscribers up-to-date on four research efforts designed to improve the accuracy of estimating Wisconsin’s deer population and gain a better understanding of hunter population trends. The projects were requested by hunters and a scientific review panel of North American wildlife experts.
The four research projects include: estimating the survival rate of bucks; predator impacts on deer populations; aerial deer survey techniques; and human dimensions research to better understand factors contributing to declining hunter numbers. Details on other deer-related research projects will be posted later as they are planned.
Researchers from DNR, University of Wisconsin-Madison – Department of Wildlife Ecology, UW’s Applied Population Laboratory and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point are all involved in parts of the research. The Wisconsin Conservation Congress and Whitetails Unlimited are also involved in the effort.
Additional volunteers are needed to build deer traps, participate in deer capture, placing radio collars on captured deer, and monitoring survival status and seasonal movements of collared deer. DNR and University researchers are also interested in working directly with landowners within the study areas willing to allow researchers on their property to conduct research activities.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Christopher Jacques, DNR research scientist – (608) 221-6358



Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
Wisconsin DNR Learn to Hunt Bear Program

If you want to participate in the popular Learn to Hunt Bear Program slated for August, now is the time to apply.
 
This will be the fourth annual program.  Bear hunting is a unique part of the state’s hunting heritage. The Learn to Hunt Bear program truly offers novice hunters a chance they likely may not otherwise have – and that means going out on an actual bear hunt.
 
The program defines a novice hunter as anyone 10 or older with two years or less hunting experience of any kind. The experienced mentor who assists with the program must have at least five years of bear hunting experience.
 
Quality mentoring is the key to this program’s success.  Mentors provide the guidance, oversight and answer the important novice hunter questions. The mentors are what makes this bear hunting program so popular and so valuable.
 
In 2009 there were 57 participants and 141 applications accepted in the Learn to Hunt Bear Program. The events took place in northern and west central Wisconsin.
 
This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced mentors in a controlled situation it’s an incredible experience for any age and is a lot of fun.
           
Applications for participation are available on the Department of Natural Resources website at dnr.wi.gov and search “learn to hunt bear program."
 
 For questions, please contact Deputy Warden Ben Mott, the Learn to Hunt Coordinator, 608-444-1244 or e-mail questions to: DNRLElearntohunt@wisconsin.gov



Re: Wisconsin Hunting News
 
For the second consecutive year, certain regular deer management units in northern Wisconsin will not have any antlerless tags deer tags available (zero quota).  This structure is designed to help deer herds recover quicker in deer management units that are significantly below population goals.  However, under existing rules archery deer hunters could still harvest and tag antlerless deer in regular units with a zero quota, using the "Archery Antlerless Carcass Tag" that comes with their license.  A new proposal would restrict the use of the Archery Antlerless Carcass Tag to deer managment units that have an antlerless quota.
For more information on the proposal and upcoming hearings, visit the DNR Weekly News: http://dnr.wi.gov/news/DNRNews_Lookup.asp?id=223#art3



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Changes proposed for the use of antlerless deer permits by archery hunters


Weekly News Article Published: May 11, 2010 by the Central Office
 

Proposed rule would limit antlerless permits to units above population goals

MADISON – Archery deer hunters would be restricted to using the antlerless deer carcass tag that is issued with each archery hunting license to only those deer management units with an established antlerless deer harvest quota, under a proposal that is the topic of upcoming public hearings around the state.
 

“Under current rules, the antlerless tag that comes with every archery deer license can be used in any deer management unit in the state, including regular units where gun harvest of antlerless deer is carefully controlled through a separate permit system,” said Scott Loomans, wildlife rules coordinator for the Department of Natural Resources.
 

Gun deer hunters can shoot an antlerless deer in regular units only if they have purchased a unit-specific antlerless deer carcass tag, if they are available for the unit. Gun hunters may use the antlerless permit that comes with their license only in units that are designated as either herd control or chronic wasting disease management.
 

Each of the state’s 134 deer management units (DMU) has an established deer population goal. Wildlife biologists set antlerless deer harvest quotas for DMUs that are intended to keep populations at the established goals. In 2010, 18 DMUs will have no antlerless permits available to gun hunters in an effort to increase deer populations in the fastest possible way. Under this proposed rule (pdf), archery deer hunters also would not be able to kill an antlerless deer in these units.
 

“The number of antlerless deer killed by archers is relatively low, compared to the gun harvest,” said Keith Warnke, DNR big game ecologist. “However eliminating the archery hunter’s ability to harvest antlerless deer in zero quota units will make regulations more consistent between the firearm and archery seasons and will contribute to herd growth.”
 

Bow hunting groups and other hunting stakeholders have indicated support for the rule according to DNR wildlife managers.
 

“If this rule is adopted, the earliest it could be in effect would be the 2011 hunting season due the time necessary for the rule making process,” Loomans said. “However, if the rule proposal is generally acceptable to the public the department may ask the Natural Resources Board to adopt a similar emergency rule which could be in effect in time for the 2010 season.”
 

 

The public hearings will begin at 7 p.m. at the locations listed below. Following a brief informational presentation, public comments and statements will be accepted.
 

  • May 17, Rhinelander - James Williams Middle School, 915 Acacia Lane
  • May 18, Fitchburg - DNR South Central Region Headquarters, 3911 Fish Hatchery Rd.
  • May 24, Green Bay - DNR Northeast Region Headquarters, 2984 Shawano Ave.
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Text of the rule is available for review on the Department of Natural Resources website or by contacting Scott Loomans, DNR wildlife rules coordinator, 101 S. Webster St. Madison, WI 53707 (608) 267-2452 scottloomans@wisconsin.gov. Written or email comments may be sent to Loomans. The proposed rule, fiscal estimate and hearing notice are also available and comments may also be submitted electronically through the Wisconsin Administrative Rules website.
 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Loomans - (608) 267-2452





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Learn to deer hunt applications still available


Weekly News Article Published: May 4, 2010 by the Central Office
 

BABCOCK – There are still openings for young people to participate in a learn to hunt deer workshop and a special deer hunt for youth and beginner hunters that will be held this fall at the Sandhill Wildlife Area near Babcock.
 

The one-day workshop includes information on deer biology and management, instruction on compasses, scouting for sign, firearm safety, hunt rules and regulations, and hunter ethics. Those who complete the workshop are allowed to return for a special hunt on November 1-2 at Sandhill Wildlife Area.
 

The youth workshop is offered to young hunters, 12 to 15 years old. Each child must be accompanied by an adult, 21 years or older, who acts as chaperone and teacher. Youth workshops will be held on August 3, 5 and 7.
 

A one-day beginner adult workshop is offered to people 16 or older who have never hunted deer with a gun before. Beginner adults must also be accompanied by an adult chaperone. The beginner adult workshop will be held on Saturday, September 25.
 

To qualify for the program, all participants must either be enrolled in a hunter safety course or must possess a valid Hunter Safety Certificate. Students will be required to have a license by the time of the hunt. Previous participants are ineligible.
 

Chaperones should have some deer hunting experience and are expected to attend the workshop as well as the hunt with the student. Their primary role is to assist the beginner in developing the skills necessary to become a responsible hunter and outdoors person. The chaperone will not be allowed to carry a firearm during the hunt. The skills center can provide a chaperone volunteer if an applicant cannot find a person with deer hunting experience.
 

Applications for the learn to deer hunt workshops will be available throughout May at DNR Service Centers or on the Sandhill Outdoor Skills Center page of the DNR website. Applications must be postmarked on or before May 31, 2010. Enrollment is limited to 100 students. Applicants will be randomly selected and successful applicants will be notified by June 20. A fee of $40 will be charged to enter program. Fee waivers are available for those unable to afford the fee.
 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Sandhill Outdoors Skills center (715) 884-6333 or (715) 884-6335

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Return of forgotten hunting gear earns La Crosse area man hunting ethics award


Weekly News Article Published: May 4, 2010 by the Central Office
 

LA CROSSE - After an afternoon of bow hunting for deer in the Coulee Experimental State Forest, Peter Smith returned to the parking area at dusk to find his truck was the only one left.
 

As Smith put away his gear, he noticed someone had left bow, arrows, backpack, sweatshirt and sunglasses in the lot. He waited for a full hour to see if the owner would return.
 

The actions Smith took that night and the next day had an unexpected result, and he was invited to attend the late April meeting of the Natural Resources Board where he was presented with the 2009 La Crosse Tribune/Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Hunter Ethics Award.
 

In presenting the award, warden supervisor Steven Dewald noted that Smith made five different efforts to locate the owner and return the equipment before succeeding. The owner of the gear, Darren Russell of La Crosse, had shot a large buck that day and was so excited he’d left his gear behind.
 

“Russell had recently moved to Wisconsin from Michigan,” Dewald said. “He said he was happy to find out hunters in Wisconsin were so honest.”
 

When the hunter didn’t return that night, Smith put the gear in his vehicle to safeguard it. He found Russell’s back tag in the backpack with his name and address on it. He drove to the nearest registration station but no one had reported missing gear. He called the La Crosse area DNR office but it was closed. He spent more than an hour trying to find the hunter’s home on La Crosse’s south side without luck. Finally, he took the gear to Dewald’s home and asked the warden for help. Dewald located the hunter and returned the gear, worth several hundred dollars.
 

Smith, 66, is a La Crosse County Town of Medary resident and 1961 graduate of Logan High School. Chosen for the 13th annual Hunter Ethics Award, he reacted with humility.
 

“I’m a little embarrassed by it,” he said. “I just represent a lot of hunters who would have done the same thing.”
 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Steve Dewald, DNR warden supervisor, (608) 785-9970





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2010 Wisconsin deer hunting season framework map available

Weekly News Article Published: May 4, 2010 by the Central Office

MADISON – The 2010 deer hunting seasons structure map is now available on the Department of Natural Resources website. The map identifies Deer Management Units (DMU) as regular, herd control or chronic wasting disease management earn-a-buck. The complete 2010 Deer Hunting Regulations will be available later this summer.

For 2010, a total of 66 DMUs are designated as regular units meaning they will have traditional nine-day gun hunts with buck plus antlerless quota rules. This is an increase from 62 regular units in 2009 and from 22 units in 2008.

Antlerless deer harvest is carefully managed by permits in regular units and 18 regular units will have no antlerless deer harvest permits available to deer hunters in 2010. This is up from 13 units with no antlerless permits available in 2009 and is the fastest possible way to increase herd populations in units where the herd is below established goals. In remaining regular units antlerless deer harvest permits are limited and unit-specific and may be purchased by residents for $12 each and by nonresidents for $20 each. Unit specific antlerless permits will go on sale in August.

At the suggestion of hunters and hunter groups, the department is proposing eliminating harvest of antlerless deer by bow hunters in gun quota units that do not have antlerless permits available. Public hearings on this proposal are scheduled for May 17 in Rhinelander, May 18 in Fitchburg and May 24 in Green Bay. For more information on the proposal and hearing times and locations contact Jason Fleener (608) 261-7589 jason.fleener@wisconsin.gov or review the proposal online.

For 2010, 46 DMUs are designated as herd control. Located mainly in the agricultural regions of the state, deer populations in herd control units are estimated to be more than 20 percent above established goals. There is an unlimited supply of antlerless deer harvest permits available for HC units at $2 each. The permits are not unit specific. Hunters can also use the antlerless permit that comes with each archery and gun deer license in any herd control unit. Herd control units will also have an Oct. 14-17 antlerless deer only gun hunt.

There are 22 DMUs designated as Chronic Wasting Disease Management Units in 2010. These units will have unlimited earn-a-buck rules as they have in past seasons and will also be included in the Oct. 14-17 antlerless deer only gun hunt. Earn-a-buck requires hunters to first harvest an antlerless deer before a buck. Unused buck authorizations from the 2009 season can be used to harvest a buck in the 2010 season. Hunters may shoot as many antlerless deer as they wish and will receive a buck authorization for each antlerless deer registered.

Youth gun deer hunt

Youth ages 10-15 with or without a hunter safety certificate will be able to participate in the Oct. 9-10 Youth Deer Hunt in 2010. Youth hunters 10-15 years of age who do not have a hunter safety certificate can hunt with a mentor under the mentored hunting program created in 2009. Youth 12-15 years of age who do have hunter safety certificate must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older during this youth hunt. Youth participating in this hunt will be able to shoot one antlered buck with their gun buck deer carcass tag and additional antlerless deer per antlerless deer carcass tag valid in the DMU where the youth is hunting.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Jason Fleener - (608) 261-7589 or Bob Manwell - (608) 264-9248





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DNR launches tip411 anonymous text program to report violations

MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has added a text messaging option to ways the public can report hunting, fishing, trapping, recreational vehicle and environmental violations. DNR is launching tip411, an internet based tool that enables the public to text message an anonymous tip to DNR. Hotline operators respond back creating a two way anonymous “chat.”

tip411

According to Chief Conservation Warden Randy Stark, “People in Wisconsin have a deeply ingrained conservation ethic. The public plays a critical role in our efforts to protect our natural resources. This new capability creates an additional way for the public to quickly, easily, and anonymously report violations.”

Anyone with a cell phone with texting service can now send an anonymous tip to Wisconsin DNR from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. by texting the word TIPWDNR and the tip information to 847-411 (tip411).

“The ability to text violations will be in addition to the 24 hours a day/ 7 days per week confidential telephone tip line we operate to report suspected or observed illegal activity. The number is easy to remember, 1-800-TIP-WDNR (1-800-847-9367 or cell#367),” Stark says. “Whenever you need to report an emergency, however, please telephone us so we can respond right away.”

Powered by Citizen Observer, a St. Paul, Minn., company, tip411 puts a powerful new law enforcement tool into the hands of the public for reporting violations.

“We’re proud to be part of a national program being used by agencies in more than 27 states. This new capability will provide another way for our citizens play an active role in protecting our natural resources, specifically younger generations who regularly use texting technology,” Stark said.

DNR customer service staff is also available to assist the public by phone and online from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. Spanish and Hmong bilingual customer service representatives are also available.

Customers may reach Customer Service at 1-888-WDNRINFo (1-888-936-7463) or by e-mail at csweb@wisconsin.gov. An online chat link is also available at dnr.wi.gov/contact. CONTACT:

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Steve Sisbach- (608) 266-7317 or Laurel Steffes, Office of Communications - (608)266-8109





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On April 28, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will provide recommendations on 2010 deer hunting season structures to the Natural Resources Board in Green Bay.  The department will recommend low or zero antlerless quotas in deer management units that are below population goals in an effort to help deer populations rebound.  A request will be made to hold public hearings on a change that would make the "Archery Antlerless Carcass Tag" invalid in units that will have a zero antlerless gun quota (bucks only).  The recommended number of Regular units has increased over previous years as deer populations near goals across the state.  Many other units, mainly in the southern portion of the state, are still above population goals. 
Find out more from the DNR Weekly News: http://dnr.wi.gov/news/DNRNews_Lookup.asp?id=219#art2.
Detailed proposed 2010 deer season recommendations are currently posted online: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/nrboard/2010/April/04-10-3B4.pdf.



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Gun deer season designed to speed herd recovery in north

Weekly News Article Published: April 20, 2010 by the Central Office

MADISON – The state Department of Natural Resources is proposing a 2010 deer hunting framework with fewer areas targeted for herd control and a larger portion of the state under traditional “buck plus quota” regulations.

To grow the herd in northeast Wisconsin, the department is proposing issuing no bonus antlerless permits in 18 deer management units where populations are well below goal (compared to 13 last year). This year, for the first time, the department is proposing that archers be restricted from shooting an antlerless deer in these units also, consistent with gun hunters and with the support of bow-hunting groups.

The Natural Resources Board is scheduled to act on the proposal at its April 28 meeting in Green Bay.

The department is recommending a regular nine-day season for 66 deer management units. In four seasons (2007-2010) the number of regular units has grown from 22 to 66. Regular units are those where hunters are able to shoot a buck plus a carefully controlled number of antlerless deer with unit-specific permits. Some units would have no antlerless permits available to facilitate maximum deer population growth.

A total of 46 DMUs are proposed for herd control status, down by 10 units from the 2007 season.

Herd control units are those where the deer population is estimated to be more than 20 percent above the healthy population goal for that unit. In addition to being open to unlimited antlerless deer harvest during all deer hunting seasons herd control units will have an additional antlerless deer gun-hunting opportunity October 14-17. There is no limit to the number of antlerless deer permits hunters may purchase for herd control units. Antlerless permits for herd control units are $2 each. In buck-plus-quota units, bonus antlerless permits cost $12 when they are available.

In the Chronic Wasting Disease Management Zone in south central Wisconsin all 22 units would be earn-a-buck in 2010, a regulation that requires hunters to “earn” a buck permit by shooting an antlerless deer. The number of EAB units in the CWD Management Zone has remained constant at 22 as wildlife officials seek to stop the spread of chronic wasting disease among wild deer.

Final antlerless deer quotas and permit availability for regular units won’t be finalized until late spring. Biologists will continue to track winter and spring weather and fine tune permit levels. So far, winter effects appear to be mostly moderate with a few small areas experiencing severe conditions.

Analysis of the 2009 harvest figures is mostly complete. Deer registrations provided by hunters yield a rich and deep pool of information on hunting success rates, age and sex distribution in the herd and regional population trends. Using these data biologists estimate the 2009 prehunt population was 1.37 million and the post-hunt population, also called the overwinter population, at 990,000.

The estimated statewide post-hunt population of 990,000 is about 25 percent above the new overwinter population goal of 794,000. However, deer populations vary greatly around the state being near or below goal in northern Wisconsin and generally above goal in the farmland regions of the state. Higher overwinter population goals were recently adopted by the Natural Resources Board and approved by the legislature following extensive public involvement, listening and working sessions with hunters, private landowners and stakeholders from agriculture, forestry, university and government.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Keith Warnke (608) 264-6023 or Bob Manwell (608) 264-9248





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NEWS RELEASE

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
101 S Webster, PO Box 7921, Madison, WI  53707
Phone: 888-936-7463  TDD:  711
dnr.wi.gov    www.wisconsin.gov

2010 Annual Spring Fish & Wildlife Rule Hearing Results

News Release Published: April 13, 2010
Contact(s): Kari Lee-Zimmermann, DNR (608) 266-2952

MADISON – There were 4,360 people who attended the 2010 Spring Fisheries and Wildlife Rules Hearings and Wisconsin Conservation Congress county meetings that were held in every county statewide on Monday, April 12. The hearings allowed citizens to comment and provide their input on proposed fish and wildlife rule changes, Conservation Congress advisory questions, and to submit resolutions for rule changes they would like to see in the future.
Statewide hearing results and the questions are available on the Spring Rules Hearings page of the DNR Web site. The results will be presented to the state Natural Resources Board in May.
Hearing results, along with written comments on proposed rules, and DNR recommendations are used to advise the state Natural Resources Board. This year’s results will be reviewed at the board’s May 26 meeting in Lake Geneva. Votes are non-binding and are presented to the Natural Resources Board to reflect public sentiment on proposed DNR rule changes.
DNR fish and wildlife managers will spend the next several weeks analyzing the vote tallies and developing recommendations they will present to the board in May.
The hearings are held in conjunction with the Wisconsin Conservation Congress county meetings. DNR related proposals are presented to attendees by DNR staff. Following DNR business, the meeting is reconvened as a Conservation Congress meeting and congress advisory questions are presented and county congress delegates elected. The congress is an advisory body to the Natural Resources Board. During the congress’ portion of the hearing, citizens may introduce resolutions for consideration and vote by those attending the hearings.



Wisconsin Hunting News
 
DNR Outdoor Report – April 8, 2010
Archived at: dnr.wi.gov/org/caer/ce/news/or/2010/or100408.htm

Some much needed rain and even some snow has fallen across most of Wisconsin in the last week, reducing current fire danger somewhat, especially in the south. Unfortunately most of the precipitation missed the northern third of the state, and wildfire danger remains high, especially in northwestern Wisconsin. Up to 3 inches of rain was reported in the last week in some parts of central and southern Wisconsin, and 3 to 5 inches of snow fell in east central to northeast Wisconsin Wednesday night into Thursday, though it is expected to melt quickly with warmer temperatures in the forecast going into weekend.
Wild turkeys have been active and hunting action should be excellent for this weekend’s youth hunt and during the first hunting period that opens next Wednesday. The youth turkey hunt is open youths ages 12 through 15 accompanied by an adult. Each youth must have a valid spring 2010 turkey harvest permit, license and stamp and may harvest one male turkey in the Turkey Management Zone their permit is valid for regardless of the time period their permit is issued for.
And a final reminder, the Spring Fish and Wildlife Rules Hearings and Wisconsin Conservation Congress county meetings will be held in each county of the state next Monday, April 12 at 7 p.m. to give the public an opportunity to weigh in on proposed rule changes and to present ideas on management of Wisconsin’s fish and wildlife resources. Check the DNR Web site for meeting locations.

Paul Holtan
paul.holtan@wisconsin.gov
Office of Communications
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
PO Box 7921
Madison WI 53707
(608) 267-7517



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You may not assign any rights granted to you or delegate any of your duties hereunder; any attempt to do so is void and of no effect. Whitetail Domains may assign its rights and delegate its duties under this Agreement in their entirety in connection with a merger, reorganization or sale of all, or substantially all, of its assets relating to this Agreement. The failure of Whitetail Domains at any time to require performance of any provision hereof shall in no manner affect its right at a later time to enforce the same unless the same is waived in writing. If a court should find that one or more rights or provisions contained in this Agreement are invalid, you agree that the remainder of the Agreement will be enforceable. The headings and captions are for convenience only and are not to be used in the interpretation of this Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the complete and exclusive understanding and agreement between you and Whitetail Domains regarding its subject matter, and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements or understandings relating to such subject matter.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Agreement or any issues raised in this Agreement or on the Site, please contact Whitetail Domains at the Contact Us page.
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