For the first time, Wisconsin could authorize a regulated sandhill crane hunting season. Lawmakers say the proposal would give hunters new opportunity while addressing crop damage, but the path forward remains uncertain as debate continues in Madison.
Hunterizer, a leader in hunting regulation tools and public land access, proudly announces the release of the Hunterizer Seasons App—a powerful new tool for understanding when hunting seasons are open across the U.S. (currently encompasses CA, MT, TX, PA, and WI, with more states coming soon). Built to simplify the confusing patchwork of hunting regulations, …
If you’ve ever glassed a distant ridgeline on public land and thought, I wonder what’s over that next draw, you’re not alone. Finding new ground to hunt is half the challenge — and the thrill. In Wisconsin, there’s now more of it, thanks to an unexpected ally: The Nature Conservancy. Yep, the same group known …
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is once again calling on landowners to step up and make a difference—this time, by opening their land to hunters with disabilities during the 2025 Gun Deer Hunt for Hunters with Disabilities. The special hunt will run from October 4–12, 2025, and it’s part of a long-standing tradition …
There’s a lot to be said for learning by doing, especially when it comes to deer hunting. And if you’re new to the tradition or know someone who is, Wisconsin’s 2025 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area is shaping up to be one of the best places to start. This isn’t just …
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) just released the public input results from the 2025 Spring Hearing. Over 9,000 people took part, casting votes online and in person on a range of topics that matter to hunters, anglers, and conservationists across the state. These hearings are a long-standing Wisconsin …
Gov. Tony Evers included a notable change in his 2025-27 state budget proposal: raising Wisconsin hunting and fishing license fees. Alongside plans for education, taxes, and even supporting the Packers’ NFL Draft efforts, the governor also addressed funding for the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). It’s the first significant proposal to raise resident license fees …