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Grants From Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund Will Help Support Habitat Projects In Calumet, Dane, Florence, Sauk And Vila...
31/10/2024

Grants From Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund Will Help Support Habitat Projects In Calumet, Dane, Florence, Sauk And Vilas Counties

Hunters Can Donate While Purchasing Licenses

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) encourage hunters purchasing their licenses to consider donating to the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund, which helps fund conservation projects around the state.

Established to protect, restore and improve habitat for Wisconsin's plants and animals, the fund allows the public to invest in the public lands and waters where they recreate.

The Cherish Fund is primarily built through voluntary contributions from the public when they purchase their hunting and fishing licenses through the DNR's Go Wild license portal.

"Donations to the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund restore a range of habitats that support wildlife throughout our state. Threatened species, endangered species and game species are all part of our state's incredible biodiversity," said David Clutter, NRF executive director. "This is a great way for hunters, anglers and other nature enthusiasts to help improve the public lands we all enjoy."

"The Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund is a powerful, public-led effort to give back to the state-managed lands our hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts love," said DNR Deputy Secretary Steven Little. "The fund, now at nearly $3 million, will continue to help improve and protect critical habitat across the state for years to come."

The DNR and NRF are pleased to announce that nearly $80,000 in recent funding will help support five habitat projects on public lands in Calumet, Dane, Florence, Sauk and Vilas counties.

The selected projects represent high-priority habitat restoration work from across the state, supporting both wildlife-dependent recreation and the conservation of rare species.

Calumet County

At High Cliff State Park, grant funds will remove invasive species on a 30-acre restored prairie where autumn olive and buckthorn have been crowding out native prairie plants. The park is open to a wide variety of outdoor recreation activities, from hunting to hiking, and is also home to the federally endangered rusty patched bumblebee, the state threatened yellow bumblebee and many species in decline, such as native bats and migratory birds.

Dane County

At Lodi Marsh Wildlife Area, grant funds will improve prairie remnants by removing invasive brush. This will ultimately allow the prairie to expand and connect two different prairie areas, increasing pollinator habitat. The site's prairie and oak savanna/woodland are used by many Species of Greatest Conservation Need and utilized by people for hunting, fishing, paddling and birding. It is also a very popular segment of the Ice Age Trail.

Florence County

At Spread Eagle Barrens State Natural Area, grant funds will remove invasive species, especially woody shrubs that are encroaching on globally significant bracken grassland and barrens habitat. This will help restore open areas and clear the way for prescribed burning, improving habitat for both rare species and wild game. Spread Eagle Barrens is a popular destination for hunting, fishing, hiking, bird watching, berry picking, snowshoeing, skiing and snowmobiling.

Sauk County

At Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area, grant funds will increase the grassland habitat by removing the thick shrubby border at the edges of the prairie, creating more connection with the large neighboring restored prairie stewarded by the Ho-Chunk Nation. The site is an Important Bird Area, with rare species such as Henslow's sparrow, whip-poor-will, bobolink, and Bell's vireo, popular for birdwatching, hunting, trapping and hiking.

Vilas County

At Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest, grant funds will be used to mow brush, apply herbicides, remove excess trees to reclaim forest openings and maintain natural frost pockets as open habitat. These openings support game species such as ruffed grouse and elk and several of the area's Species of Greatest Conservation Need, including the American woodcock and golden-winged warbler.

The projects were chosen through a grant application process and reviewed by an engaged stakeholder group, including Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Whitetails Unlimited, Wisconsin Bird Conservation Partnership and the Wisconsin Waterfowl Association. The DNR and the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin are grateful for these organizations' participation in selecting Cherish projects.

About The Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund
Created in 2012 by an act of the Wisconsin State Legislature, the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund is a public-private partnership that provides a permanent source of funding to care for Wisconsin's public lands for generations to come. Learn more about the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund.

About the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) protects our state's lands, waters, and wildlife by providing funding, leading partnerships, and connecting all people to nature. NRF invests about $1 million each year into conservation and environmental education and leads several diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts for Wisconsin's conservation community. NRF also helps people explore the outdoors by coordinating 250+ expert-led Field Trips each year to Wisconsin's most special places and hosts The Great Wisconsin Birdathon, the state's largest fundraiser for bird conservation. Learn more and get involved at wisconservation.org.

https://www.wisconservation.org/cherish/

The Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund provides support for habitat management and ecological restoration on state-managed public lands.

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Dane County Humane Society
22/10/2024

Dane County Humane Society

If you lose your pet, actively searching for them increases your chances of finding them, and we have tips and tools to help.

You can file a lost pet report on our website. We crosscheck lost reports with found pets daily. To file a report and for other tips, visit www.giveshelter.org/lost.

Don’t forget to check our database of found pets: https://www.giveshelter.org/our-services/find-a-lost-pet/found-pet-search. The database includes found pets who were brought to DCHS and those being cared for by members of our community. Our goal is to post photos of found pets within 24 hours of their arrival at DCHS. If you believe one of these animals is your lost pet, please contact our Front Office at (608) 838-0413 ext. 100. You may have to leave a message, but we will get back to you within 48 hours.

Found a lost pet and not sure what to do? Follow the tips at giveshelter.org/found and you might be able to help the pet find its way home without needing to bring it to DCHS. Last year, 400 pets were reunited with their families without coming to the shelter thanks to DCHS counselors' advice.

Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Center
22/10/2024

Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Center

For all wildlife, it is best to raise them with others of their kind, especially for certain species which are prone to becoming too familiar with humans. American Crows are one of these species, so when young crows are admitted we attempt to reunite them with their family as soon as possible, or join them with a group of other crows to associate with their own species. In a remarkable coincidence, three young American Crows came to the Wildlife Center in late May all from different Wisconsin counties. These youngsters, one fledglings and two hatchlings, were in poor condition on arrival, but all had injuries that were potentially treatable. Wildlife Center staff treated these birds for multiple weeks in attempts to get the whole group to release, but unfortunately they did not all survive despite our efforts. Here are their stories.

Crow #1, a fledgling from Rock county was found not moving, likely the result of a collision while it was learning to fly. It was very thin and dehydrated, and there was clear trauma to the left leg which was found to have a fracture. The fracture was already starting to heal in a slightly abnormal position, so it was uncertain if the bone would complete healing in a position that would allow for normal function of the leg. Staff fitted the bird with a splint on the leg, and after a couple of weeks removed the splint to see how it would function. There were some initial problems with the feet, but with an additional foot sandal those issues were able to be corrected! This bird, against all odds, survived to release.

Crow #2 This hatchling was a transfer from Wildlife In Need Center (WINC) in Waukesha County, brought to us in order to combine it with our group of young crows. The chick was dehydrated, but otherwise in fairly good health. The early prognosis was good, and after a few days of fluids this bird had no active issues. Unexpectedly, some swelling of one of the digits on a foot began to surface. The digit was warmer to the touch than would be typical, so this was likely some type of infection. This infection did not resolve with antibiotics. Rather than have the infection spread and cause further issues, it was decided to amputate the toe since it would not impact the bird’s ability to perch. After some challenges healing the amputation site this crow ultimately pulled through and did well!

Crow #3 was a hatchling referred to DCHS’s Wildlife Center from Jefferson county. The chick was suffering from trauma after falling to the ground, and was starving. Two bones in the right wing were broken. This wing was stabilized through surgery, and this bird received physical therapy to keep its muscles and ligaments from tightening during the healing process. Unfortunately, after two months of care, it was clear that one of the joints in the wing was not able to function properly, and this bird had to be euthanized.

Both surviving crows were “soft released” on DCHS property and were provided food for a few days as they were adjusting to life in the wild.

   with .repost・・・Our Pets for Life team partnered with DCHS staff and volunteers to hold a Community Dog Day event earl...
22/10/2024

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Our Pets for Life team partnered with DCHS staff and volunteers to hold a Community Dog Day event earlier this month at the Boys and Girls Club Allied Family Center.
We provided 150 dogs in the community with a variety of services, including free vet exams, lifesaving vaccines, microchips, pet ID tags, education resources, spay/neuter vouchers, and pet food and supplies. The free vaccines were made possible through ’s national Vaccinated and Loved initiative.
Thank you to all the pet families who came out. It was great meeting you and your furry family members!
Want to support future programming like this? Click on the link in our bio to learn more about our Pets for Life program.

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22/10/2024

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In our current issue, read about Dane County Humane Society's shelter partner program which helps provide low-cost veter...
21/10/2024

In our current issue, read about Dane County Humane Society's shelter partner program which helps provide low-cost veterinary services and increasing access to care for other shelters and rescues.

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21/10/2024

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Dane County Humane SocietySheltering Animals of Abuse Victims
19/10/2024

Dane County Humane Society
Sheltering Animals of Abuse Victims

Research confirms that victims of domestic abuse stay in harm’s way to protect the animal members of their family. Pets are often targeteted by abusers and are threatened, harmed, or even killed as part of the cycle of abuse.

In Dane County, Wis, Sheltering Animals of Abuse Victims provides temporary, confidential refuge for pets for up to 90 days so that victims do not have to choose between their own safety and keeping their pets safe too. 💕 Learn more: https://www.saavprogram.org/shelter

   with .repost・・・A new study found that wildlife numbers have plummeted over the last 50 years, further confirming that...
19/10/2024

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A new study found that wildlife numbers have plummeted over the last 50 years, further confirming that we are in the midst of a biodiversity crisis.⁣

A major reason for wildlife loss is habitat destruction and problematic land use by humans. We dedicate an astronomical amount of land to cows (and feeding cows) that feed a small population with big appetites. We dedicate huge swaths of suburban and rural land to grass lawns that provide nothing to the ecosystem and require toxic chemicals to maintain. All that land was once habitat.⁣

Biodiversity is essential to life on earth. We must change the way we use our land in order to bring wildlife back from the brink.⁣

Remember to plant native and support habitat restoration!⁣

   with .repost・・・🎃Call for volunteers!🎃 We are recruiting volunteers to help us at “Boo at the Zoo” on October 27th and...
19/10/2024

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🎃Call for volunteers!🎃 We are recruiting volunteers to help us at “Boo at the Zoo” on October 27th and for our “Not So Scary Halloween Party” on October 30th.

Volunteer roles vary by sign up and include registration, luminary set up/take down, handing out candy and more. Youth volunteers welcome.

Sign up on Better Impact today! https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/882526a6-20c8-475d-8ddc-1b4bb6136c2f/1

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18/10/2024

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🌱One month before we gather for a special “Learn to” Grow Native Plants workshop.🌱

Join us on Sunday, November 17th from 2 - 3:30 pm to learn about growing native plants and prepare your own winter seed sowing container. Participants will prepare one type of seed during the workshop and may bring additional seeds home.

Registration Required. Sign up now our website.

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16/10/2024

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Opening Wednesday, October 16, 10am CDT
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16/10/2024

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These funds through the county to have been vital to WayForward meeting the huge increase in demand for food at our pantry. Without these funds, we are worried about how we will continue to meet this increased need.

➡️ More from Second Harvest: “In 19 days, the Dane County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve the 2025 operating budget. Last year, Second Harvest received $5.5 million to purchase locally-sourced food. Currently, Second Harvest is set to receive nothing.

Losing this financial support will be detrimental to the nearly 52,000 county residents facing food insecurity and the 132 pantries who rely on Second Harvest.

We can be the generation that ends hunger. Contact the Dane County Board Supervisors today at: [email protected]

Not sure what to write in your email? Here’s a helpful template to get you started:”

Dear County Supervisors,

As a resident of Dane County, I want to voice my support for increasing food security for my neighbors, and we need leaders like you to be a part of the solution to ending hunger.

Second Harvest is essential to the food support system, and without funding in the 2025 budget you are taking away a critical lifeline for children, seniors, and families. Please take action today.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

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16/10/2024

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Are you ready to get your hands on some of the BEST vegan food in the city? Fresh, flavorful, healthy AND absolutely delicious!

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Preorder option will be available soon!

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16/10/2024

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Today (October 16) is the last day to register online for the November 5 Election! But don’t worry – you can still register to vote at your clerk’s office, at an early voting location or at your polling place on Election Day.

In our current issue, read about concept designer Tara Rueping who used her imagination to follow a career that engaged ...
16/10/2024

In our current issue, read about concept designer Tara Rueping who used her imagination to follow a career that engaged in both fantasy and entertainment. Tara's resume includes work on the computer game Star Trek Voyager: Elite Force, Lucasfilm Animation studios' Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and Steven Spielberg's animated series prequel based on his comedy-horror film Gremlins.

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In our current issue,  Dr. Lori Scarlett of Four Lakes Veterinary Clinic tells us about one good thing that came out of ...
14/10/2024

In our current issue, Dr. Lori Scarlett of Four Lakes Veterinary Clinic tells us about one good thing that came out of COVID-19, a treatment for feline infectious peritonitis, which had previously been 100 percent fatal.

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