DNR OUTDOOR REPORT FOR MARCH 12, 2019 PART 1

Applications for Wild Turkey and Pheasant Stamp funding due April 21, 2019

Contact(s): Mark Witecha, Upland wildlife ecologist and Farm Bill specialist, 608-267-7861

MADISON – The application period for Wisconsin Wild Turkey and Pheasant Stamp funding is open through April 21, 2019.

Stamp funds are available to non-profit conservation organizations and units of government focused on habitat development, management, preservation, restoration and maintenance for wild turkey and pheasant. Funding for successful applicants will be available during the Department of Natural Resources’ 2020 and 2021 fiscal years.

Applicants should read the Pheasant and Turkey Stamp funding guidelines [PDF], found at dnr.wi.gov, keywords “wildlife stamps,” to determine eligibility for these funds and funding levels.

“Wisconsin’s wildlife stamps provide a mechanism for hunters and conservationists to contribute directly to wildlife habitat management efforts,” said Mark Witecha, DNR upland wildlife ecologist. “Wisconsin DNR works closely with partners to further our shared conservation missions and broaden the benefits that these funds provide to Wisconsin wildlife.”

On average, pheasant stamp sales generate $425,000 annually, and turkey stamp sales generate $700,000. Funds are generated from the sale of wild turkey and pheasant stamps, as well as from a portion of conservation patron license sales. More than 175,000 turkey hunters and 40,000 pheasant hunters contribute to habitat management through these stamp purchases each year. While stamps are required to hunt these species, stamp collectors and conservationists also purchase the stamps to help support wildlife habitat.

For additional eligibility information and criteria, application guidance, funding priorities and more, search keyword “wildlife stamps.”

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Time to buy your fishing and hunting licenses; boat, ATV, UTV and OHM registrations due for renewal

Contact(s): Kimberly Currie, Customer & Outreach Services bureau director, 608-267-7799 or kimblery.currie@wisconsin.gov

MADISON – As spring approaches, many Wisconsin residents are anxious to get outdoors and pursue their warmer-weather outdoor recreation passions. You can purchase your 2019 fishing and hunting licenses, as well as order the 2019 collectible conservation card. Licenses and conservation cards can be purchased online at GoWild.wi.gov and from over 1,000 license agents. The new conservation card now features Wisconsin elk, the image members of the public selected last fall through online voting.

Before hitting the trails and waters, the Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to check the registration on their boats, ATVs, UTVs and off-highway motorcycles (OHM) as many will expire after March 31, 2019. A $5 late fee will be applied to ATV, UTV and OHM renewals that are received by the DNR after the March 31 expiration date.

DNR encourages you to renew your registration early so the new decals are in-hand when you are ready to use your boat or recreational vehicle. You can renew online before your notice arrives at GoWild.wi.gov through your customer Go Wild account. Or if you have your renewal notice already, you can use the new expedited renewal process through the GoWild.wi.gov web page under the Quick Sale catalog. Simply click on the RENEW NOW link, enter the RRN number from the renewal notice, which is located to the left of the name and address and make payment. When done, a temporary operating receipt can be printed. Yes, it’s that easy – click, print, GO!

License agents can also renew boats, ATVs, UTVs or OHMs by simply scanning the RRN barcode on the renewal notice.