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Residents of northwestern Wisconsin report increasing problems with bear hunters and hounds
High-tech hunters harass and trespass.
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Neglected livestock siting rules frustrate farmers, local governments, environmental groups alike
The rules for locating livestock operations in Wisconsin haven’t been updated in 16 years, frustrating both farmers and conservationists.
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Wisconsin business group seeks to block local large-scale livestock ordinances
Another industry lobbying organization challenges new operating rules in St. Croix River region.
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Wisconsin seeks input on big questions about St. Croix River fish and fishing
Annual meetings and surveys seek to include citizen views on managing popular fishery.
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Research shows economic losses to Wisconsin waters from large-scale animal farms
UW-Stout professor says manure management must be part of policy discussions.
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Wisconsin Water Week features presentations and discussions about lakes and rivers
The first ever Wisconsin Water Week will feature three days of presentations and panels on research, management options, and educational strategies.
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Historic CCC footlocker from Interstate Park discovered at local barn sale
Ninety-year-old artifact will form basis of new exhibit about New Deal program that built many facilities at iconic park.
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Tighter fishing limits on upper St. Croix supported in Wisconsin survey
Majorities approve reducing how many smallmouth and musky anglers can keep.
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Wisconsin law would limit local control of large factory farms
Legislators seek to give state agency the power to decide where new livestock facilities are located.
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Wisconsin’s Interstate Park offers water and wonder despite funding woes
Park on the basalt bluffs of the St. Croix Dalles has been a destination for generations, but visitors are experiencing the effects of budget cuts.
