DSORadio: DSORe eNews Vol.9 Issue 903

VOL: 9 ISSUE: 903 - 18 JANUARY 2014

• See new boats and kayaks for 2014 at the Central Wisconsin Boat Show, Jan. 24-26 at the Wisconsin Dells Center
• Skiing, biking and ice fishing fun on Chequamegon Bay

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Snowmobilers urged to slow down, gear up & have fun

Editor’s note: Last winter, there were 20 snowmobiling fatalities in Wisconsin. This year, as of Jan. 14, there were already seven fatalities.

Int'l Snowmobile Safety Week: 'You make snowmobiling safe'

MADISON - Wisconsin Snowmobile Administrator Warden Gary Eddy today urged all snowmobilers to mark the upcoming International Snowmobile Safety Week in two ways: ride with a safety mindset and take a friend snowmobiling.
"As we have another snowstorm moving through Wisconsin this week, wardens anticipate snowmobilers will be anxious to get back out on the many fun trails this state is known for," Eddy says. "In order to keep snowmobiling the fun and enjoyable experience it is for families and friends, it's important to remember to operate safely at all times."
This is the purpose of the International Snowmobile Safety Week, started in 1995 by the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association and supported by the Department of Natural Resources conservation wardens. This year's safety awareness week is January 18 - 26. The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association's themes include "Safe Riders: You make Snowmobiling Safe' and 'Take a Friend Snowmobiling."

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CARRIE BUTT Co-owner of Divepoint SCUBA Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin talks about kayaks for paddling and fishing and previews the Central Wisconsin Boat Show, Jan. 24-26 at the Wisconsin Dells Center
SCOTT BRETTING Proprietor of River Rock Inn in Ashland, Wisconsin, reports ice fishing action is picking up on Chequamegon Bay
MARY McPHETRIDGE Executive director of the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce talks about the Book Across the Bay cross-country ski race on Chequamegon Bay, Saturday, Feb. 15 and the inaugural Bike Across the Bay on Friday, Feb. 14.
ZACH BURGESS Fishing guide for Why Knot Charters reports good ice-fishing action for whitefish on the Bay of Green Bay
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DNR seeks many partners in its mission to preserve Wisconsin's hunting heritage

MADISON -- A new grant program, aimed at increasing hunter recruitment and retention in Wisconsin, will provide up to $10,000 in cost-sharing grants to organizations with creative plans to attract and train new hunters and mentors.
The Hunter Recruitment, Development, Training and Education Grant Program will be managed by the state Department of Natural Resources and will make a total of $200,000 in grants available every two years, beginning this year. A broad range of organizations will be eligible for the grants - including local clubs, organizations, communities, governments, Wisconsin tribes, and colleges and universities.
DNR is seeking public input on the draft guidance document which will assist those interested in applying for a grant. The form can be found by searching the DNR website for keywords program guidance. Public comments will be accepted through Feb. 3. The document contains timelines for applications and awards. The DNR plans to begin accepting applications this year beginning March 3.
The grant money will be drawn from the state's share of federal excise tax revenue from the sale of guns, ammunition and hunting equipment, commonly known as Pittman-Robertson funding.
By capping the grants at $10,000 and making more of them available, DNR officials said they hope to attract a diverse group of applicants and a broad range of ideas and pilot projects.
"We want lots of groups involved," Scott Gunderson, DNR assistant deputy secretary, told the Sporting Heritage Council at a meeting in Madison.
The 12-member council will review applications for the grants and provide input. The final decision on grant awards will be made by the DNR secretary. The council, which includes four legislators, was appointed by Gov. Scott Walker to advise the governor, the Natural Resources Board and the legislature on hunting, fishing and trapping issues with a focus on recruitment and retention and increasing access to resources and outdoor opportunities.
"We know we need to work with our partners as we search for ways to preserve Wisconsin's hunting heritage and to ensure that future generations of safe and ethical hunters will have the knowledge, skills and abilities to enjoy the hunt and all the benefits that hunting provides" said Keith Warnke, a DNR hunter recruitment specialist.
The Hunter Training, Development, and Education grant program will also focus on developing and pilot-testing various programs and evaluating effectiveness of those programs. The secondary purpose of this new grant program is to continue the Learn to Hunt reimbursement program for Learn to Hunt sponsor groups and individuals.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Keith Warnke - (608) 576-5243
Paul Heinen - (608) 266-2120
Ed Culhane - (715) 781-1683

Now is the time to take hunter education

MADISON - People who will need a hunter safety certificate to hunt this year should not wait until fall to get enrolled in Hunter Education if they want to in the woods hunting this fall, according to state hunting safety officials.
"There are more hunter education courses taught now than any other time of year," said Jon King, hunter education administrator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1973, must have completed a hunter education course and show the certificate to purchase any hunting license in Wisconsin.
Hunter education courses are led by trained and certified volunteer instructors and are offered statewide throughout the year. Hunter education covers the firearm handling skills, regulations and responsibilities of a safe and ethical hunter. Every year, almost 30,000 youth and adults in Wisconsin become certified in hunter education.
King says people can choose from three convenient ways to get your hunter education certification:

Basic Hunter Education: This is designed for students who learn better in a class room setting. Students learn about hunter responsibility and firearm safety. Costs $10.
Online Internet Hunter Education Field Day: This is an alternative to the basic hunter education course. Students need to register for a hunter education Internet field day and then pass an online course approved by the DNR. Students spend a day in the field with certified online hunter instructors testing what has been learned online. The field day is mandatory to earn your hunter education safety certification. The cost is $10 and can range depending on what online course you choose.
Adult (18 years of age or older) Online Internet Hunter Education Test Out: Anyone 18 or older can register for an adult test out scheduled bi-monthly at DNR Service Centers statewide. The online Hunter Education Course (exit DNR) costs $24.95 plus a $10 DNR fee to complete the hands-on certification test.

"Thanks to the hunter education program, hunting is safe and getting safer," King said. "Get enrolled now and join the ranks of today's hunter education graduates who are ensuring the future of Wisconsin's hunting heritage."
Wisconsin hunter certification is recognized by all states and provinces requiring hunter education.
People can get more information and look for a nearby class by searching the DNR website for keywords: hunter safety.
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Warden Jon King, Hunter Education Administrator - (608) 575-2294
Joanne Haas, public affairs manager - (608) 209-8147

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