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Applications available for once-in-a-lifetime Wisconsin elk hunt

The deadline is May 31.

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Wildlife experts remind public to leave white-tailed deer fawns alone

Fawns are likely OK, even if they look abandoned.

May 16, 2022 10:24 AM

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Wisconsin's Telemark Forest Reserve protected

Landmark Conservancy gets state funds to help protect land used by Birkie ski race, wildlife.

May 04, 2022 10:50 AM

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Biden administration files placeholder for wolf appeal

Agency says move doesn't necessarily signal a final opinion by the administration.

April 27, 2022 02:06 PM

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Number of bears — and bear hunters — on the rise in Minnesota

Deadline to enter 2022 Minnessota bear hunt lottery is May 6.

April 23, 2022 06:00 AM

By John Myers

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John Myers column: Jackalope, horned owls and other misnamed creatures in nature

You too can use social media and other erroneous sources to research the history behind some of the unusual names in nature.

April 22, 2022 12:00 PM

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New research confirms old theory: Wolves really do prefer old and sick moose

Michigan Tech scientists found Isle Royale wolves show a definite preference for old moose and those with osteoarthritis.

April 20, 2022 06:20 AM

By John Myers

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Avian flu killing waterfowl, raptors in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Dakotas

Hundreds of geese, ducks and eagles have perished already as migration moves north.

April 15, 2022 10:00 AM

By John Myers

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White-tailed buck, moose antlers shed over winter exposed for picking

Shed hunting has become a popular way to get back outdoors, to get some fresh air and exercise, after a long winter.

April 09, 2022 07:30 AM

By John Myers

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Bears are up and about. Don't leave any food out for them

Duluth's Congdon bear spent the winter under a front yard, but up and left in March.

April 05, 2022 09:06 AM

By John Myers

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Agencies say fish, wildlife populations rebounded in St. Louis River Estuary

A public meeting is set to remove another impairment from the river's infamous list of troubles.

March 30, 2022 10:23 AM

By John Myers

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Minnesota House committee hears Fond du Lac Band elk plan

A bill would support reintroduction and offer $1 million of state money to get started.

March 29, 2022 04:45 PM

By John Myers

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A never-ending chase is picture perfect for Minnesota couple

Phone calls and tips from friends and strangers lead Granite Falls couple on journeys around the state and other states for the sake of that perfect picture.

March 25, 2022 03:26 PM

By Tom Cherveny