What Landowners Should Be Doing Right Now Summer is one of the most important times of the year for landowners who care about wildlife habitat. By mid-summer, fields, wetlands, food plots, grasslands, and woodland edges are full of life. Fawns are on the ground, broods are moving through cover, songbirds are raising young, and pollinators are working across native plants and flowering field edges. For landowners, this season is not always about major habitat work. In many cas

Why June Matters for Ground-Nesting Birds As Wisconsin transitions from spring into summer, our fields, grasslands, wetlands, and field edges become nurseries for wildlife. June is one of the most critical months of the year for many bird species as hens settle onto nests and newly hatched broods begin their journey toward survival. From ring-necked pheasants and wild turkeys to ducks and grassland songbirds, ground-nesting birds depend on suitable habitat and minimal disturb

Across Wisconsin, the push for so-called “clean energy” is accelerating at a historic pace. Massive solar fields are replacing farmland. Wind turbines are spreading across rural landscapes. Large-scale data centers are consuming enormous amounts of land, water, and electricity.

Simple Steps for thriving fish and clean water A healthy pond is more than just a scenic spot—it’s a living ecosystem that supports fish, wildlife, and the surrounding land. Whether you manage a farm pond, hunting property, or conservation area, proper pond care plays a vital role in maintaining Wisconsin’s natural resources. As spring arrives and temperatures begin to rise, now is the most important time to set your pond up for success. Start with Water Quality Clean water i

Download booklet How Managing Your Land for Ring-Necked Pheasants (1991) Still Guides Habitat Work Today In 1991, Wisconsin conservationist Brett Bachhuber published a practical guide titled Managing Your Land for Ring-Necked Pheasants . It was written for landowners, hunters, and anyone who cared about keeping pheasants on the landscape. More than 30 years later, the message in that booklet still rings true — even though the land itself has changed dramatically. For those of

Habitat Restoration : CRP lands are converted into native grasslands, restoring habitats that are crucial for the survival of the Greater...

Once common in Wisconsin’s forests, the Ruffed Grouse ( Bonasa umbellus ) now faces threats from aging forest landscapes and fragmented...