The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has ended efforts to trap the black bear involved in a recent attack in Barron County. The sow and cub involved have not been observed since the July 12 attack, the DNR said in a news release. The victim, 69-year-old Karen Frye, was attacked ...

RON MOUNTAIN — Hunters have until Aug. 15 to apply for an Upper Peninsula antlerless deer hunting access permit. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has explained the need for a permit as follows: The universal antlerless deer license allows hunters to take an antlerless deer on ...

ESCANABA — If you’re interested in helping young people connect with Michigan’s rich natural resources and traditions, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources needs mentors to assist in staffing the DNR's Pocket Park during the Upper Peninsula State Fair, which runs from Aug. ...

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds eligible hunters hoping to participate in the Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities to contact and confirm a location with a hunt landowner sponsor before Sept. 15. Thousands of acres of land are available for this ...

As I said earlier, this seems to be a good "bug" year in terms of numbers. But even a good year can bring the unexpected. A "frequent flyer" in this column, Phyllis Carlson of Quinnesec, on July 15 discovered a papery, cocoon-like mass attached to a grasslike plant in her garden. It ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is proposing a walleye regulation change for Teal Lake and Lake Independence in Marquette County. A public meeting on the topic will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern time Monday at the Ishpeming Township Hall, 1575 U.S. ...