DSORe eNews Vol.9 Issue S945

Additional TV Channels / Times: DEER HUNT Wisconsin 2014 WDSE 8/31.2 Second Chance Channel Nov. 9 @9 p.m. WDSE 8/31.1 PBS North Nov. 16 @11 a.m. Fox 47 (Madison) Nov. 16 @6 a.m. VOL: 9 ISSUE: 944 - 08 November 2014

• Deer hunters should learn how to respond to cardiac arrest and heart attacks • A champion tells how she prepares for international pistol competitions • Dan hunts geese with WWA founder Jerry Solsrud • Jeff gets in another bowhunt before gun deer season

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Is Wisconsin doing enough to prevent Asian Carp from invading our waters? Comments [0]

WI Wolf Hunting Season - move to later date ...???

DSORe POLL S945 Should the wolf season starting date be moved to a date later than Oct. 15?

Move wolf hunt start date back? This poll currently appears on the Wisconsin Outdoor News website: There has been some talk among sportsmen of moving the start of the wolf season to a date later than Oct. 15 to reduce the number of conflicts with grouse hunters and their dogs, and so that wolf pelts are in more prime condition when the animals are harvested. Do you think the start of the wolf season should be moved to a later date? The Question: "Should the wolf season starting date be moved to a date later than Oct. 15? " WHAT do YOU think of this? VOTE YOUR OPINION

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DREW BIERNESSER Director of marketing for Real Avid describes the features of the Real Avid Revelation and Viscera field-dressing knives DAVE RUSCH Founder of Cardio Start explains how to respond to a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest while deer hunting or any time RANDI ROGERS Marketing manager for Comp-Tac Victory Gear and member of Team Smith & Wesson reports on her recent successes at International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) and International Defense Pistol Association (IDPA) competitions and reveals how she prepares for international pistol matches MADISON OUTDOORS REPORT - Heard exclusively on FM 100.5 ESPN, ESPNWISCONSIN.COM AND PODCASTS: SPONSORED by Pappas Trading Post RANDY SMITH Proprietor of Pappas Trading Post reports on his successful Nebraska antelope bowhunt and says the Wisconsin whitetail rut is in full swing right now Segment sponsor: Pappas Trading Post

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Non-motorized trails in Wisconsin survey photo c. NRTTC ©2014 Online survey seeks to gather information on nonmotorized trail use in Wisconsin MADISON - The public has an opportunity to comment on how they use nonmotorized trails in Wisconsin and what can be done to improve nonmotorized trail opportunities through an online survey available through the end of the year. The Nonmotorized Recreation and Transportation Trails Council was established by Wisconsin statute in 2010 to provide advice and consultation to the legislature, governor, Department of Natural Resources and Department of Transportation on all matters related to nonmotorized recreation and transportation trails, including trail planning, acquisition, development, maintenance and management. The council is seeking to gather up-to-date information about the state of nonmotorized trails in Wisconsin from individuals who use nonmotorized trails as well as groups, organizations and municipal and government agencies that develop and manage trails. The survey will gather comments on how people are currently using trails across the state, how often they use them, the type of trails they prefer, what additional trail opportunities they would like to see, and what can be done to make trails safer and more accessible. "Wisconsin was the birthplace of the rail-trail movement and is enriched by having the Ice Age and North Country National Scenic Trails as well as several other nationally recognized trails built and maintained by thousands of tireless volunteers," said Joel Patenaude, a council member representing Wisconsin tourism interests and editor of Silent Sports magazine. "Wisconsin is also home to the Birkie Trail, which hosts North America's largest cross-country ski marathon, and the country's most popular mountain biking race series takes place in Wisconsin because of an abundance of flowing and fun singletrack." The survey is designed to gather information about a wide variety of trail uses including hiking, bicycling, skiing, horseback riding and even canoeing and kayaking on water trails. People can find a link to the survey by searching the DNR website for keyword parks and then clicking on the link for Nonmotorized trail council under the tab for Stay connected. People can also learn more about the council its Facebook page: or by contacting the council through email. Read more here: FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Brigit Brown, state trails coordinatorf - (608) 266-2183 Joel Patenaude, NRTTC - (715) 258-4354 Paul Holtan, DNR office of communications - (608) 267-7517l

WDNR healthy lake shores project photo c. WDNR ©2014 New DNR grant program set to encourage simple lakeshore projects to boost healthy lakes MADISON -- A new grant program designed to boost private sector innovation in caring for Wisconsin's lakes debuts November 13 with a webinar hosted by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and partners to help answer questions from residents, businesses, lake groups and others statewide. The Healthy Lakes effort aims to fund local projects around the state that focus on simple ways to improve fish habitat, integrate native plantings, divert and clean runoff water and promote natural beauty. "Wisconsin's lakes help define our communities while providing valuable habitat and supporting our economy," said DNR Secretary Cathy Stepp. "Our research tells us that lakes with good habitat tend to have better water quality, which translates into more recreational opportunities and sustainable property values. By encouraging participation from lake groups, counties and private property owners, we hope to see simple practices implemented that encourage additional 'do-it-yourself' projects." Carroll Schaal, DNR lakes and rivers section chief in the bureau of water quality, said the benefits of simple projects increase cumulatively as more property owners participate. "When adopted by many property owners, the small changes add up," Schaal said. "Positive incremental steps ultimately help protect and enhance our lakes for everyone." With $200,000 in funding available statewide, the Healthy Lakes project provides up to $1,000 in state grant dollars for each "best practice" identified in a proposal. Grant awards to eligible sponsors such as lake groups, waterfront organizations and communities will be capped at $25,000. Goals include increasing single-property participation in Healthy Lakes best practices by 100 percent from 2015 to 2017. "We developed this approach after hearing of the need for more flexible, adaptive ways to stimulate habitat and water quality improvements," Schaal said. "While lake groups, counties or other sponsors may adopt the Healthy Lakes Implementation Plan in its entirety to be eligible for grant funding, we have included enough technical information that individual lakeshore owners may choose to take on a do-it-yourself project without grant funding." Lake groups and other partners may identify their own habitat and water quality goals through local planning and public participation opportunities. Following are examples of simple projects, each capped at $1,000 in state funding, that are included among the Healthy Lakes best practices: Deployment of fish sticks. These include whole downed trees stacked in a cluster and anchored to the shore either fully or partially submerged. Use of fish sticks prevents shoreline erosion while improving fish and wildlife habitat. On average, fish stick projects cost about $500 for a cluster of three to five downed trees. Installation of native planting packages. Native planting packages include plan designs and lists of suitable plants for areas at least 10 feet wide and covering a contiguous 350 square feet. Lakeshore property owner preferences and site features will determine which packages - such as those developed to attract birds and butterflies or those for woodland plantings - would be most appropriate. When adopted by multiple homeowners, the plantings improve habitat, slow runoff and promote natural beauty. For a 350 square foot area, installed costs total about $1,000. Diversion of runoff water. By building small berms or shallow dips, homeowners can capture runoff from roads or paths and divert the water into an area where it can be absorbed. On average, diversion practices cost about $200 installed. Placement of rock infiltration pits or trenches. Rock infiltration projects capture, store and allow runoff water to soak into the ground where it cleans itself instead of streaming directly to the lake. Installed costs average $3,800. Installation of upland rain gardens. Rain gardens improve wildlife habitat while diverting and cleaning runoff water. When placed in upland areas near homes, rain gardens can collect roof, road and driveway runoff and prevent it from reaching a lake. While costs vary greatly depending on size and plantings, rain gardens average about $2,500 installed. The Healthy Lakes funding is not intended for large, complex sites with substantial runoff or erosion problems where engineering design is more appropriate. Before undertaking any major projects, lake associations and homeowners are encouraged to consult local zoning ordinances. The Healthy Lakes initiative is an effort of the Wisconsin Lakes Partnership supported by DNR, the UW-Extension Lakes Program, Wisconsin Lakes, counties and the many lake groups and citizens who work to protect, improve and restore Wisconsin lakes. The deadline to apply for grants is Feb. 1, 2015. To learn more about the program, lake associations, communities, businesses, environmental consultants and property owners are encouraged to participate in a Healthy Lakes initiative webinar hosted by DNR from 3 to 4 p.m. on November 13. Those who can't join the live meeting will be able to review it afterwards. READ MORE HERE ... FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Carroll Schaal, DNR lakes and rivers section chief - (608) 261-6423 Jennifer Sereno, DNR communications - (608) 770-8084

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