Herd estimates, treestand safety and some history with a mystery
Weekly News Article Published: September 29, 2009 by the Central Office
October Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine avilable
MADISON - “We’re keeping science and safety in the hunt,” notes Editor David L. Sperling describing the October issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine.
“Sizing Up the Herd,” tells how the information from deer stubs, field surveys, aerial counts, winter and summer observations combine to form estimates of the deer herd size. He notes that information provided by hunters and their field observations this year are vitally important in estimating the herd population and gauging hunting experiences/satisfaction in the field.
“Taking A Stand For Safety” shows the safety measures hunters should take if placing tree stands in the woods. The article shows different stand designs, reminds hunters to check the safety of their homemade stands before the season and recommends full-body harnesses to arrest falls. The article includes a list of steps to a safe climb if hunters are going to use tree stands.
A feature on the ancient Native American culture whose remnants remain at Aztalan State Park also includes a link to a podcast tour of the park designed especially for magazine readers. Explore the site of unsolved mysteries in “Who Were They and Why Did They Leave?”
Readers will also get a look at Wetland Gems that protect water quality, stem flood and provide habitat for fish and wildlife. And they can come along as fisheries crews collect eggs and milt from salmon during their fall migratory run.
It’s all waiting readers in the October issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources. Subscribers can have six colorful issues delivered to their door all year for less than $1.50 a copy. Each issue shares the hot spots at the hot times to enjoy the Wisconsin outdoors for only $8.97. Subscribe toll-free at 1-800-678-9472, online at [www.wnrmag.com] or by mail. Subscription blanks and single issues are also available from our circulation office at P.O. Box 7921, Madison, WI 53707.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: David L. Sperling, editor, (608) 266-1510.
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