Though so far this winter has been a dull affair in terms of birds, that doesn’t mean it’s completely devoid of surprises. A home in eastern Delta County has been graced by a species both out of season and out of its normal range. The homeowner said she first noticed the bird foraging ...
IRON MOUNTAIN — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host a virtual public hearing at 5 p.m. Wednesday to hear comments on proposed changes in the state’s deer management unit boundaries. A decade ago, Wisconsin deer management units that were bounded by major roads and ...
As temperatures drop, zip up that coat, pull on a hat and gloves and be mindful of how much time you're exposed to the elements, especially if you're an older adult or have an underlying cardiovascular condition. Health experts warn extreme cold – or even prolonged exposure to normal winter ...
If local observations are any indication, this so far has been one of the poorest in terms of birds at the feeders in the 10 winters I have spent here. The usual all-year resident birds remain. Black-capped chickadees in abundance, with their cheerful chatter. Noisy blue jays and common ...
IRON MOUNTAIN — Wisconsin’s early season trout season will open Saturday, Jan. 4, and run through May 2 on designated early season streams, which includes the Pine River and Popple River in Florence County. The season calls for the use of artificial lures only and trout caught will need to be immediately released. If the fish is deeply hooked, cut the line and let it go. Other tips on responsible catch and release can be found at https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Fishing/outreach/ResponsibleRelease.html. Anyone wishing to participate will need a 2024-2025 fishing license and an ...
This time of year, I find myself thinking of the “Twelve Days of Christmas” and our own “partridge.” In reality, North America has no native partridge — what we call partridge are ruffed grouse, a relative in the same family, the Phasianidae, which also includes quail, pheasants, ...
