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A new way to track bats
PLUS fire contained, spring turkey tags, and Snowy Owl death
Forrest Koslowski
March 20, 2025
Mornin’ to everyone excited about the first cougar cubs to be found in the U.P. in more than a century. This is the Wiscampsin Weekly, the email that gets you in the know on the Wisconsin outdoors in 5 minutes or less. New reader? Subscribe here.
This week’s weekly:
🔥 750 acre fire in Green Lake County now contained
🦃 Bonus spring turkey tags available now
🦉 New Glarus Snowy Owl necropsy reveals cause of death
🦇 Story of the week: A new way to track Wisconsin’s bats
🔥 750 acre fire in Green Lake County now contained LINK
Firefighters wrangled 750 acres of cattails and marsh grass in the White River Marsh Wildlife area, saving homes, outbuildings, and keeping the marsh from turning into an accidental bonfire.
Thanks to 13 fire departments and a squad of responders, the flames were tamed with zero casualties.
Still Smokin’ but under control: Firefighters are mopping up hot spots, Highway D is closed, and the DNR reminds everyone that spring is wildfire season—so maybe think twice before lighting that backyard bonfire in a wind storm.
Bonus turkey harvest authorizations for the 2025 spring season go on sale March 17, with each zone having a designated sale date.
Hunters must create a Go Wild username and password before purchasing, or risk delays while others claim their permits.
Permits are first come, first served, one per day until sold out—so check your zone, mark your calendar, and be ready at 10 a.m. sharp!
🦉 New Glarus Snowy Owl necropsy reveals cause of death LINK
A necropsy of the New Glarus snowy owl revealed it died from emaciation caused by heavy intestinal worms, despite appearing healthy to observers.
While human disturbance wasn't a confirmed factor, the owl's unusual tolerance for close encounters suggested it was conserving energy in its weakened state.
With nearly 80% of young snowy owls not surviving their first year, the DNR urges the public to respect wildlife by observing from a distance and letting nature take its course.
🦇 STORY OF THE WEEK: A new way to track Wisconsin’s bats
Spring in Wisconsin doesn’t just mean birds returning—it also means bats are back in action.
And while they may not be the caped crusaders of Gotham, these winged wonders are getting their own kind of surveillance thanks to the Citizen Scientist program at Beaver Creek Reserve in Fall Creek. - To read the rest of the story, sign up for the Wiscampsin Membership.
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WISCAMPSIN WEEKLY POLL
To the three of you who gave The Glide a whirl this winter, we hope it was splendid!
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