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The public's daily eyes and ears, provide an invaluable phenological dataset for the deer herd in their area.
photo c.WDNR ©2013 |
Operation Deer Watch kicks off August 1
MADISON -- In an ongoing effort to include public input in deer
management, and to effectively monitor and evaluate Wisconsin’s deer
herd, the Department of Natural Resources is continuing its annual
citizen-science survey, Operation Deer Watch.
This unique collaboration of data from the public, along with deer
observations collected by DNR staff, provides insight on the
reproductive status of Wisconsin’s deer herd in 2013. The number of
does, bucks, and fawns seen are indicators of annual deer herd
production.
“This is a fun and useful opportunity for the public to be the daily
eyes and ears for the deer herd in their area.” said Brian Dhuey, DNR
surveys coordinator. “Citizens annually provide thousands of
observations that the department utilizes in monitoring the herd.”
To get involved, begin recording all bucks, does, and fawns seen
between dawn and dusk during the period of Aug. 1 to Sept. 30. Daily
observations can be tracked using a tally sheet that is available at
dnr.wi.gov, search keywords “deer watch.” Observations can be submitted
at the same web site.
“This year, 14,000 deer hunters were selected at random and sent a
letter inviting them to participate in Operation Deer Watch,” said
Dhuey. “However, if you were not one of the hunters selected to
participate we still encourage your participation to help provide
insight into Wisconsin’s deer herd.”
For more information, videos, and results of previous years, search the DNR website for keywords deer watch.
Read more here:
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
- Brian Dhuey, DNR surveys coordinator - (608) 221-6342
- Jay Watson, DNR research technician - (608) 221-6360
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Bring
your cameras! Snap a picture of family and friends with a giant
northern pike or a plethora of panfish at the Wisconsin State Fair DNR
exhibit.
photo c. WDNR ©2013 |
Visit DNR Park at the Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS, Wis. -- The 2013 Wisconsin State Fair kicks off this week
in West Allis and the Department of Natural Resources has a lot of new
things for the entire family to enjoy.
Start at the front desk where adults can pick up hunting and fishing
licenses, trail passes and state park stickers, while kids can grab
materials for their DNR Park scavenger hunt. Search with them for items
in the DNR exhibit area such as an aquatic invasive crime scene, an
insect that lives in water and a fish with a nose like a paddle.
Then, take the quiet path to Smokey’s Schoolhouse. Here, kids learn a
lesson from Smokey Bear about the differences between good fires and
bad fires, how to build a safe campfire and the importance of giving
matches or lighters to an adult.
One of the most popular displays in DNR Park is fisheries management.
In addition to the fish tanks, fair visitors can check out the new
fishing pier. Visitors who bring their camera can snap a picture of
family and friends with a giant northern pike or a plethora of panfish.
Want to learn more about how to wet a line? Check out the casting
clinics each day from 3-5 p.m.
New to the fair this year is Spritz, the water drop at the drinking
and groundwater display. Spritz knows all about saving water. DNR water
experts will hand out faucet aerators, toilet leak detection tablets and
other tools to help you be water-wise in your home. While you are
visiting, try out the high efficiency faucets and showerheads in our
display.
Youngsters age seven and older can visit the National Archery in the
Schools Program tent where they will get a hands-on introduction to
target archery. The tent has expanded hours this year, opening at 10
a.m. each day and running until at least 6 p.m. All equipment is
provided.
Check out live native animals at the Natural Heritage Conservation
display. Learn about beautiful natural areas that you can visit and
identify ways you can get involved to save Wisconsin's rare species and
habitats.
Stop and visit the Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine at the State
Fair. Let your friends and family know that the first 1,000 visitors to
purchase a new subscription or new gift subscription will receive a free
canvas tote bag.
Wrap up your visit with a stop at the DNR activity tent where the
kids can unleash their creativity by putting stamp-to-paint-to-fabric at
the T-shirt printing table. It’s a souvenir they’ll take home and
cherish for years to come. The exhibit is coordinated and staffed every
year by InterFaith, a group of retired senior volunteers.
There is a lot more to do at DNR Park at the Wisconsin State Fair.
DNR Park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. For a map, directions, and
more, search the DNR website, keyword State Fair.
Read more here:
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
- Trish Ossmann, DNR office of communications – (920) 360-3252
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