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Fish Like a GIRL
As many readers know, we bought a house in the late summer of 2022 as Chet was recovering from a pretty major heart attack. Caring for his medical needs at the time meant I did not get much done in the way of gardening or, really, settling into the house …
The Lake Where You Live
Grandson Tucker wants a musky fishing rod, and what better opportunity than his 12th birthday, coming up in May?
Wisconsin Headwaters Invasives Partnership annual meeting provides year in review
Last week the Wisconsin Headwaters Invasives Partnership (WHIP) steering committee held their annual meeting and looked at both their year in review and their strategic plan. WHIP is the Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) that covers Oneida, Vilas and Lincoln Counties. It is one of 14 CISMAs in Wisconsin. …
Natural Resources Board hears 2023-24 deer season recap
At the February Natural Resources Board (NRB) meeting, several Department of Natural Resources (DNR) staff members presented information regarding the 2023-2024 deer season.
Fish Like a GIRL
It is likely obvious from the title of my column every week, not to mention much of my content, but I am into fishing just a little bit. I have actually cut back on my tournament schedule in the last few years.
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The Lake Where You Live
How are the ice conditions on your lake? Here on Birch I would have to say it’s sound, but very thin for this time of year.
Hunter, boater, and ATV safety courses offered this spring/summer
The Oneida County sheriff’s office and the School District of Rhinelander’s community education program are co-sponsoring Wisconsin DNR certified hunter, boater, and ATV safety courses.
Fish Like a GIRL
It is likely obvious from the title of my column every week, not to mention much of my content, but I am into fishing just a little bit. I have actually cut back on my tournament schedule in the last few years.
The Lake Where You Live
How are the ice conditions on your lake? Here on Birch I would have to say it’s sound, but very thin for this time of year.
Hunter, boater, and ATV safety courses offered this spring/summer
The Oneida County sheriff’s office and the School District of Rhinelander’s community education program are co-sponsoring Wisconsin DNR certified hunter, boater, and ATV safety courses.
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Hardwater Hodags compete at state
On Saturday Feb. 17 the Hardwater Hodags High School Ice Fishing Team participated in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Ice Fishing Association (WIFA) state tournament.
Fish Like a GIRL
I would be remiss if I did not mention that this week is National Invasive Species Awareness Week.
St. Germain opens select ATV trails in attempt to salvage winter tourism
On Feb. 12 the St. Germain Town Board voted unanimously to open select ATV/UTV trails in an attempt to mitigate damage done to the Northwoods tourism economy by one of the warmest, driest winters in living memory.
Climbing temps mean more ATV/UTVs on the roads
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging users of all recreational vehicles to be mindful of safety in this year’s changing conditions when operating throughout the state.
County land & water conservation committee considers PFAS, enhanced wake resolutions
The Oneida County land and water conservation committee delved into a pair of hot-button issues during its February meeting — PFAS and enhanced wakes.
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