OUTDOOR HAPPENINGS
Cedar Lake in midst of water quality study
On Feb. 27, the Cedar Lake Rehabilitation District hosted an overview of the information generated in the first year of a two-year study to look at the water quality conditions and lake dynamics in Cedar Lake.
By Mike Reiter , March 12, 2010
OUTDOOR HAPPENINGS: Simple postcards helped compile harvest data 
A few columns ago I wrote about a set of hunting regulations I came across from 1938. Deer harvest was limited to a forked buck and was open in only 30 of our 72 counties.
February 25, 2010
Hunting trip strengthens friendships, creates memories
Back in 1965, three young men graduated from McDonell High School in Chippewa Falls, Wis.
February 11, 2010
Tags, stamps and permits are collectable
Wisconsin has a rich history of providing hunting, fishing and outdoor recreational opportunities to its residents and visitors.
January 15, 2010
Hidden gems in the county worth a visit
With new snow on the ground and winter doldrums setting in, it might be a good time to expand one’s horizons, get off the couch and get some fresh air.
December 31, 2009
Winter severity index shows few real trends
In 1975, Wisconsin began to keep track of the severity of winters in the northern third of the state. Our severity index was arrived at after testing several different procedures.
December 18, 2009
Columnist enjoys second Dakota hunting trip
After a week resting up from my North Dakota pheasant hunt, I had the opportunity to make a trip out west again, but this time to South Dakota to hunt the wily pheasant.
November 20, 2009
North Dakota trip is always a success and challenge
Mid-October is the time we embark on our annual North Dakota upland game and waterfowl hunt.
November 06, 2009
Woody vegetation becomes fuel for generation plant
On many of our local Waterfowl Production Areas there is a concerted effort by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to remove much of the encroaching woody vegetation, trees and brush on the landscape and restore the type of prairie and oak savannah that was once present before humans made their mark on the terrain.
October 23, 2009
Wisconsin trout programs share success stories
On Sept. 18 I attended the Wisconsin Conservation Congress Trout Committee meeting held in Viroqua.
October 09, 2009
Taking a tour of southern Wisconsin includes stop at wildlife area
Every few months Sal and I drive down to northern Illinois to visit our twin grandsons, Garrin and Brady.
September 11, 2009
Toad rescue effort occurs prior to mowing chore
While cutting my grass this week after all the rain we recently received, I noticed a large number of very small toads fleeing impending disaster as the mower moved toward them.
August 28, 2009
Knapweed is unwelcome visitor in these parts
When driving around the countryside, keep an eye out for the purple flowers that have started to bloom along roadsides. It is the spotted knapweed and it is not a welcome addition to our area.
By Mike Reiter , August 14, 2009
OUTDOOR HAPPENINGS: Natural Resources Board meets in New Richmond
My last column reflected on the fact that certain legislators had broken some promises and decided to slip a fast one into the budget bill.
By Mike Reiter , July 01, 2009
Strong production season could bring busy waterfowl season
I recently had an opportunity to venture out west to South Dakota for a few days.
By Mike Reiter , June 19, 2009
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