We're holding onto that break from the dog days, and it's shaping up to be a really pleasant stretch – highs mostly in the upper 70s to around 80, with overnight lows dipping into the low- to mid-50s.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) service center counters, the agency’s statewide call center and email service will be unavailable next week due to staff training.
Last week, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released the results of the 2026 Great Wisconsin Bat Count.
"Citizen involvement is essential to protecting the water resources of the Northwoods and Wisconsin. " That’s the message John Richter gave to about 80 attendees at the annual Northwoods Six-County Lakes and Rivers meeting at James Williams Middle School in Rhinelander on Friday, July 17.
We're finally seeing a bit of a break from that stubborn summer heat, with highs settling into the mid- to upper-70s and overnight lows dropping into the 50s – a welcome change for both anglers and fish.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently released both the hunting regulations (fall 2026-spring 2027) and the 2026 fall forecast series.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding all boaters to share the water and boat safe this summer on the state’s waterways.
If your plans to cool off this week include a dip in the lake, it’s important to know the signs of drowning – it rarely matches how drownings are portrayed in movies and TV shows.
"I yawned, stretched, and got out of bed with the chorus of finches calling in the background. After snapping a few photos of my yellow friend, I grabbed my phone. I grinned to myself as I texted the staff at the Cable Natural History Museum telling them all about my find. I bounced on my heels as I hit send, already planning where I would go to look for yellow and orange house finches in the Northwoods when I moved back to Cable for my second year as a Summer Naturalist Intern at the Cable Natural History Museum," writes Katherine Woolley.
We're holding onto that summer heat for another week, with highs generally in the upper-70s to low-80s and another round of scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms working through over next weekend – some capable of gusty winds – so it’s always a good idea to have an eye on the sky if you're out on big water.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced that the Wisconsin Chimney Swift Working Group has launched a new and efficient tool for those interested in monitoring chimney swift roost and nest sites.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging families and friends to take extra safety steps with youth who participate in off-road recreation vehicle activities this summer.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding hunters and trappers that the deadline to apply for bobcat and fisher permits is approaching.
We're headed back into a warmer stretch this week, with highs climbing into the mid-80's and a decent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms rolling through on several afternoons – some of which could be on the strong side, so keep an eye on the sky if you're out on open water.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) grant program.
On Saturday, July 11, VFW Post 2687 in Tomahawk held its 10th annual Musky Tournament on Lake Mohawksin.
From buckthorn choking out forests, to pests hitching a ride on Christmas trees, invasive species are reshaping the Northwoods that residents love, and a team of local experts is fighting back.
Well, the heat finally let up some, and it's made for a noticeably more comfortable time on the water.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting Wisconsinites to become community scientists by participating in the Game Bird Survey.
The Lincoln County Land Services Department is inviting nature lovers of all ages to participate in a Snapshot Day event in Tomahawk.