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DNR continues crib project on Cedar Lake

DNR continues crib project on Cedar Lake

It’s a cold crisp Saturday morning in mid-January and the ice off the north boat landing on Cedar Lake is alive with the sounds of chain saws and Bobcats.

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Bald eagle grabs attention of passing motorists

Bald eagle grabs attention of passing motorists

A hungry bald eagle decided to enjoy a Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 31, meal in full view of motorists along Business Highway 64 in New Richmond.

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Wisconsin home to 10 species of squirrels

Wisconsin home to 10 species of squirrels

Gray squirrels are a frequent visitor to bird feeders. Some folks consider them a pest as they frequently feed on seeds placed specifically for the birds.

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Hunter education class offered in New Richmond

A Wisconsin Hunter Education class will kick off on Monday, Feb. 6, at 7 p.m.

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Public hearings focus on St. Croix’s health Press Pass Archive

Wisconsin and Minnesota are embarking on a long-term campaign to restore the pollution-impaired waters of the scenic, nationally protected St. Croix River that forms a border between the states.

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A change in scenery brings new experiences Press Pass Archive

A change in scenery brings new experiences

This new year marks the seventh anniversary of the “Outdoor Happenings” column. There have been lots of changes over the past several years.

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Osceola Landing loop road now open for winter Press Pass Archive

Effective immediately, the National Park Service (NPS) will open the loop road at Osceola Landing, part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.

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Aeration creates open water Press Pass Archive

Several lakes in Barron, Burnett, Polk and Washburn counties will have sections of open water resulting from aeration systems used to sustain aquatic life, according to the Department of Natural Resources.

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Gray Wolves getting the respect they deserve Press Pass Archive

Gray Wolves getting the respect they deserve

Wolves, you either love them or you hate them. There was no middle ground. Now, with the delisting of them from endangered to the status of threatened, hopefully this perception will change.

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SPF&G association makes donations Press Pass Archive

SPF&G association makes donations

The Star Prairie Fish & Game Association made $500 donations to five area organizations: Five Loaves Food Shelf, Grace Place, New Richmond Area Community Foundation, Toys for Tots and The Deerfield to help during the holiday season.

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Snowmobile safety course offered in Somerset Press Pass Archive

A snowmobile education course will be offered at Somerset High School on five evenings in January.

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St. Croix County parks fee set to increase Press Pass Archive

The St. Croix County Community Development Committee approved a fee increase effective Jan. 1, 2012 for the St. Croix County Parks system.

Vehicle vs. deer accidents rise during November rut Press Pass Archive

Vehicle vs. deer accidents rise during November rut

A few years back I began to monitor the vehicle accident reports in the New Richmond News to get an idea of deer movement.

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Willow River State park offers cross country ski lessons Press Pass Archive

Cross country skiing lessons for adults will be offered by the Willow River Nordic skiers at Willow River State Park on three Saturdays: Dec. 17, Jan. 7 and Jan. 21.

Holiday bird count event set for New Richmond Press Pass Archive

This year’s New Richmond Christmas Bird Count on Saturday, Dec. 17, will mark the 26th year of local participation in a national event that dates back over a hundred years. The local count coordinator is Joe Merchak.

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