Conflicts with farmers and hunters continue as the state’s wolf population has risen from extinction in 1960 to more than 900 animals today.
Tag: hunting
Posted inEnvironment, Government
State pays scofflaws over hound deaths
Wisconsin, the only state with a program that compensates the owners of dogs killed by wolves while hunting other animals, has paid tens of thousands of dollars during the past decade to individuals who have violated state hunting or firearms laws.
Posted inEnvironment, Government
Scientists question state’s course on wolves
As hunters prepare for Wisconsin’s wolf hunt, some scientists are warning that a proposal to sharply cull the population could destabilize it — just two years after wolves were removed from the federal endangered list.
Posted inMoney & Politics Column
Hunters on both sides of controversial bills
Hunters were among the “winners” in the recently concluded legislative session, but also among the “losers.” What the session really showed was the success of certain pro-hunting groups in advancing their agenda, over others who also support hunting.
Posted inEnvironment
DNR continues to miss own goals for managing CWD
The latest population figures of deer with chronic wasting disease are nearly 160 percent over target.