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Table of Contents2-5 Local Area Events6 Wood County Residential Services7 Portage County Residential Services8 Wood County History9-10 Wood County Communities12 Portage County History13-14 Portage County Communities16-17 Local Parks & Recreation18-19 Local Area Attractions20-21 DNR License Centers21 Wisconsin Trapping Seasons22 Wisconsin Hunting Seasons24 Wisconsin Fishing Seasons29 Local Bicycle Trails31 Local ATV Trails34 Local Snowmobile Trails35 2012 Packers Schedule

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Wood County Residential ServicesAging & Disability Resource Center ........................................................................(715) 261-6070Clerk of Courts ................................................................................................................387-2521Corporation Counsel .......................................................................................................421-8465County Clerk ...................................................................................................................421-8460District Attorney .............................................................................................................421-8515Emergency Management ...............................................................................................421-8500Finance Department .......................................................................................................421-8576Health Department ........................................................................................................421-8911Highway Department .....................................................................................................421-8875Human Resources ...........................................................................................................421-8457Land Conservation ..........................................................................................................421-8475Maintenance Department ..............................................................................................421-8404Parks & Forestry .............................................................................................................421-8422Purchasing Department .................................................................................................421-8411Planning & Zoning ..........................................................................................................421-8466Register of Deeds ............................................................................................................421-8450Safety & Risk Management .............................................................................................421-8412Sheriff .............................................................................................................................421-8700Social Services (Marshfield) ...........................................................................................387-6374Social Services (Wisconsin Rapids) ..................................................................................421-8600Systems Department ......................................................................................................421-8433Treasury Department .....................................................................................................421-8484Unified Services ..............................................................................................................421-8800UW Extension .................................................................................................................421-8440Veteran’s Services ...........................................................................................................421-8420


Aging & Disability Resource Center .........................................................................(715) 346-1401Clerk of Courts ................................................................................................................346-1364Corporation Counsel .......................................................................................................346-1368County Clerk ...................................................................................................................346-1351District Attorney .............................................................................................................346-1300Emergency Management ...............................................................................................346-1398Finance Department .......................................................................................................346-1330Health & Human Services ................................................................................................345-5350Highway Department .....................................................................................................345-5230Housing Authority ..........................................................................................................346-1392Human Resources ...........................................................................................................346-1327Maintenance Department ..............................................................................................346-1396Parks & Forestry ..............................................................................................................346-1433Purchasing Department .................................................................................................346-1333Planning & Zoning ..........................................................................................................346-1334Public Library .................................................................................................................346-1239Register of Deeds ............................................................................................................346-1428Safety & Risk Management .............................................................................................346-1489Sheriff .............................................................................................................................346-1400Solid Waste ....................................................................................................................345-5970Surveyor .........................................................................................................................346-1343Systems Department ......................................................................................................346-1395Treasury Department ......................................................................................................346-1348UW Extension .................................................................................................................346-1316Veteran’s Services ...........................................................................................................346-1311

Portage County Residential Services

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Originally inhabited by Indians, Wood County was settled in the mid 1800’s. Established in 1856 from Portage County, Wood County was named after Judge Joseph Wood. Judge Wood was an active legislator who assisted with the establishment of the county. Ample timber and plentiful rivers attracted many settlers to the area. Sawmills and paper manufacturing businesses were the focal point of Wood County towns. The first school was built in 1842 by Rev. J. S. Hurlbut. In 1856 Grand Rapids was originally selected as the county seat until it was moved to Wisconsin Rapids. Townships were also organized in 1856 and Wood County began to thrive with the advent of the railroads. Manufacturing and agriculture led the industry with many farming cranberries. Today Wood County is home to approximately 75,555 residents.

Wood County History (Wisconsin Rapids, County Seat)


Wood County CommunitiesCITIES:MARSHFIELD* – pop. 19,118NEKOOSA – pop. 2,590PITTSVILLE – pop. 866 WISCONSIN RAPIDS (COUNTY SEAT) – pop. 18,435

VILLAGES:ARPIN – pop. 337AUBURNDALE – pop. 738 BIRON – pop. 915 HEWITT – pop. 670 MILADORE* – pop. 268 PORT EDWARDS – pop. 1,944RUDOLPH – pop. 423VESPER – pop. 541

TOWNS:ARPIN – pop. 786 AUBURNDALE – pop. 829 CAMERON – pop. 510 CARY – pop. 398 CRANMOOR – pop. 175 DEXTER – pop. 379GRAND RAPIDS – pop. 7,801HANSEN – pop. 707 HILES – pop. 188 LINCOLN – pop. 1,554MARSHFIELD – pop. 811 MILLADORE – pop. 706PORT EDWARDS – pop. 1,446 REMINGTON – pop. 305 RICHFIELD – pop. 1,523ROCK – pop. 856RUDOLPH – pop. 1,161SARATOGA – pop. 5,383SENECA – pop. 1,202SHERRY – pop. 809 SIGEL – pop. 1,130WOOD – pop. 786

CENSUS DESIGNATED PLACES:BABCOCK – pop. 126LAKE WAZEECHA – pop. 2,651*Located in adjacent county or counties.**Populations are approximate.

ARPINIn the 1890’s, Arpin was established by John and Antoine Arpin. The Arpins built a sawmill and the community began to thrive. A railroad depot was then built to accommodate the milling industry and Arpin was organized in 1901. Today Arpin is home to approximately 337 residents.

GRAND RAPIDSFirst settled in 1838, Grand Rapids grew quickly between 1839 and 1860 due to the establish-ment of paper mills and lumberyards. In 1856 the first court house was built and banks and busi-nesses soon followed. The first newspaper, the Wood County Reporter, was published in 1857. Today Grand Rapids is home to approximately 7,801 residents.


Wood County CommunitiesMARSHFIELDOnce known as an agricultural trade center, Marshfield was named after John J. Marshfield, a founder of the community. Several railroad lines formed a junction within the city limits and many manufacturing industries were established here, attracting settlers. By 1872 a post office had been established and the first frame house had been built by 1874. Timber was plentiful and the rivers and railroad assisted in the transportation of lumber to nearby sawmills. Today Marsh-field is home to approximately 19,118 residents.

NEKOOSAIn 1893, streets were platted and paper mills were built in present day Nekoosa as timber was plentiful. Originally named Pointe Basse, Nekoosa was incorporated in 1907. The Nekoosa Paper Company provided many jobs for residents and was the chief industry in the area. The community was later renamed after an Indian word for “swift running water.” Today Nekoosa is home to ap-proximately 2,590 residents.

PORT EDWARDSOnce known as Frenchtown, Port Edwards grew around a sawmill built by John Edwards and Hen-ry Clinton in 1840. Settlers were involved in the timber business and the Nekoosa-Edwards Paper Company provided many jobs. In 1869 the name Frenchtown was changed to Port Edwards and was then incorporated in 1902. Today Port Edwards is home to approximately 1,944 residents.

VESPERSam Boynton was the first settler to arrive to the Vesper area in the mid 1800’s. When the Girand and Drape Company established a sawmill in 1874, the Vesper area began to grow and the first schoolhouse and post office were built. Vesper continued to grow until 1894 when a series of fires claimed many businesses and homes. Agriculture then paved the way for new businesses and Vesper soon rebuilt. Today Vesper is home to approximately 541 residents.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS (COUNTY SEAT)Originally named “Ahdawagam” or “two-sided rapids,” Wisconsin Rapids was once the site of two cities, Grand Rapids and Centralia. Because of the prime location of rivers and ample timber, Wisconsin Rapids grew as a paper milling and manufacturing community. Cranberry farming and agriculture also led the industry in the community. Wisconsin Rapids consolidated in 1920 and became the county seat for Wood County. Today Wisconsin Rapids is home to approximately 18,435 residents.


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Formed in 1836, Portage County was named after the portage of the Wisconsin and Fox Rivers. Early inhabitants included Sac and Menomonee Indians and settlers began arriving in the mid 1800’s. Mills were built along the rivers and lumber and paper manufacturing became popular. The first home was built in 1843 in present day Stevens Point. As prime locations for mills were taken, agriculture became an industrial staple with many involved in cranberry farming. By 1848 the population of Portage County had grown dramatically, with the population in the thousands. In 1868 the county seat moved from Plover to Stevens Point and the county courthouse was builtby 1871. Today Portage County is home to approximately 70,019 residents.

Portage County History (Stevens Point, County Seat)


CITIES:STEVENS POINT (COUNTY SEAT) – pop. 26,717

VILLAGES:ALMOND – pop. 459 AMHERST – pop. 1,052 AMHERST JUNCTION – pop. 305 JUNCTION CITY – pop. 440 MILLADORE* – pop. 268 NELSONVILLE – pop. 191 PARK RIDGE – pop. 488 PLOVER – pop. 12,123ROSHOLT – pop. 518 WHITING – pop. 1,760

TOWNS:ALBAN – pop. 897 ALMOND – pop. 711AMHERST – pop. 1,447BELMONT – pop. 686BUENA VISTA – pop. 1,237CARSON – pop. 1,340DEWEY – pop. 1,021EAU PLEINE – pop. 989GRANT – pop. 2,391HULL – pop. 5,493LANARK – pop. 1,449LINWOOD – pop. 1,119NEW HOPE – pop. 752PINE GROVE – pop. 935PLOVER – pop. 2,415SHARON – pop. 1,957STOCKTON – pop. 2,896

CENSUS DESIGNATED PLACES:BANCROFT – pop. 535POLONIA – pop. 526*Located in adjacent county or counties.**Populations are approximate.

Portage County Communities

ALMONDOriginally a stagecoach stop between Stevens Point and Berlin, settlers began arriving to Almond in the 1850’s. By 1890 a post office had been established. Almond was named after a town in New York and streets were platted by 1900. The railroad arrived in 1901 and the community began to grow. Today Almond is home to approximately 459 residents.

AMHERSTThe first homes were built in Amherst in the mid 1800’s. The name Amherst is believed to have been suggested by Gilbert Park after Amherst, Nova Scotia. Settlers were attracted to the fertile soil and pristine landscape and by 1854 a gristmill had been built and other businesses including a bank, blacksmith shop, general stores and warehouses soon followed. Streets were platted and the community began to boom as the railroads arrived. Today Amherst is home to approximately1,052 residents.


Portage County CommunitiesEAU PLEINEEau Pleine, meaning “full water,” was settled in the 1860’s. The community formed around the railroad and residents utilized the nearby water power for mills. Graphite deposits were dis-covered here in the 1880’s and the Portage County Graphite and Mineral Paint Manufacturing Company was established by Frank E. Taggert, which ran until 1921. Today Eau Pleine is home to approximately 989 residents.

PLOVERPlover was first established in 1836 and streets were platted in 1845. The first newspaper was published in 1856 and was called the Plover Herald. Plover was originally called Plover Portage until 1857 and the community was the county seat with a variety of established businesses. As Stevens Point continued to grow, its residents battled Plover for the county seat. By 1868 the county seat had moved to Stevens Point and a rivalry between the two communities ensued due to fraudulent vote counts. Today Plover is home to approximately 12,123 residents.

ROSHOLTRosholt was named after J. G. Rosholt, who built a sawmill in the mid 1800’s. In 1893 a post of-fice was established and in 1903 streets were platted. As the railroad arrived, Rosholt continued to grow as lumber and potato farming led the industry. Today Rosholt is home to approximately 518 residents.

STEVENS POINT (COUNTY SEAT)Once a trading post along the Wisconsin River, Stevens Point is named after George Stevens who founded the community in 1838. Stevens was a logger who built the first mill in the area. By 1847 streets were platted and Stevens Point grew to over 200 people. The county seat was moved from Plover to Stevens Point in 1868 after much scrutiny from Plover residents. Along with lumber and paper milling, agriculture remains a predominant industry due to the fertile soil. Due to a diversified economy, the population of Stevens Point has continued to grow. Today Stevens Point is home to approximately 26,717 residents.


Recycle as much as you can. Even simple everyday things, such as plastic

bottles and aluminum cans, can make a huge difference.

Switch your incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent

ones. Save money and energy.Bring your own reusable shopping bags with you to the supermarket

or the mall.Donate your unwanted clothing to a local charity. Eyeglasses, house-

hold items, electronics and even vehicles can be accepted.

Recycle your used ink and toner cartridges. Most office supply stores

accept used cartridges.Recycle your used batteries. This prevents poisonous mercury from

seeping into our water supplies and soil. Switch to rechargeable ones.

Switch to unbleached toilet pa-per, paper towels and coffee fil-

ters. Avoiding bleached products can help preserve our water supply and soil.

Unplug any unused appliances. Your cellphone charger uses electric-

ity, even when your phone isn’t charging - es-pecially if you are not going to be home.

Bring your own lunch. You’ll avoid using non-recyclable styrofoam to-go

containers and unnecessary throw-away pack-aging.

Start a compost bin in your yard. There are even ones that you can store

under your kitchen sink.Be crafty. Let old items be an inspira-tion for a craft project and re-purpose

old items. Punch holes in tin cans to make can-dle luminaries or use empty yogurt containers to organize nuts an bolts.

Have a green-cleaning product party. Invite your friends over to make

enough vinegar-based homemade cleaners to share.

Run your washer/dryer/dishwash-er after 5pm. This is when less elec-

tricity is being used, especially in larger cities. In air-conditioned summer months this can help prevent blackouts.

Tips on Recycling & Living Greener

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Local Parks & RecreationAL TECH PARKLocated on 2 acres, Al Tech Park features a ca-noe access, picnic area and a low head dam observation area. Located in Stevens Point.

BECKER LAKE RECREATIONAL AREALocated on 16 acres, the Becker Lake Recre-ational Area features a public hunting area on a 40 acre undeveloped lake. Located in Ellis.

CARRIE FROST PARKLocated on 7 acres, Carrie Frost Park features a picnic area and snowmobile shelter. Located in Bancroft.

CATE PARKLocated on 9 acres, Cate Park overlooks the Amherst Mill Pond and features a picnic area with a fishing access. Located in Rosholt.

COLLINS PARKLocated on 21 acres near Collin Lake, Collins Park features a boat launch, campground, playground and swimming beach. Located in Rosholt.

CONSOLIDATED PARKLocated on 12 acres, Consolidated Park fea-tures a boat launch and a picnic area. Located in Stevens Point.

DEWEY SHOOTING RANGELocated on 319 acres, the Dewey Shooting Range features a 25, 50, 100 and 200 yard gun range for handguns, shotguns and rifles, and is open seasonally. Located in Stevens Point.

DEXTER PARKLocated on 1,235 acres near Lake Dexter, Dex-ter Park features a campground, enclosed shel-ter, playground, beach areas, handicapped fish access, boat launch and a hiking trail. Located in Pittsville.

DUBAY PARKLocated on 51 acres near Lake DuBay, DuBay Park features a boat launch, picnic area, pic-nic lodge, playground, swimming beach and baseball field. Located in Junction City.

GALECKE PARKLocated on 34 acres near the Wisconsin River, Galecke Park features a boat launch and picnic area. Located in Plover.

GREEN CIRCLE STATE TRAILLocated on 24 miles of trails, the Green Circle State Trail features trails for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing. Located in Stevens Point.

JORDAN PARKLocated on 271 acres near the Plover River, Jor-dan Park features a campground, picnic lodge, pavilion, boat launch, playground, nature cen-ter, hiking trail, swimming beach and baseball field. Located in Stevens Point.


Local Parks & RecreationLAKE EMILY PARKLocated on 143 acres near Lake Emily, Lake Emily Park features a boat launch, picnic area, picnic lodges, playground, hiking trail, swim-ming beach and baseball field. Located in Am-herst Junction.

LAKE HELEN PARKLocated on 10 acres near Lake Helen, Lake Helen Park features a picnic shelter with an enclosed kitchen, boat launch, picnic area, playground, volleyball court and horseshoe pits. Located in Rosholt.

NEPCO LAKE PARKLocated on 125 acres near Nepco Lake, Nepco Lake Park features a beach area, playground, handicapped fish access, enclosed and open shelters, and a hiking trail. Located in Wiscon-sin Rapids.

NORTH WOOD COUNTY PARKLocated on 172 acres near the Yellow River, North Wood County Park features a 225 foot suspension bridge, frisbee golf course, camp-ground, shelter, playground, beach areas and a hiking trail. Located in Arpin.

PETERSON PARKLocated on 4 acres near Tree Lake, Peterson Park features a boat launch, picnic area, swim-ming beach and playground. Located in Ro-sholt.

PLOVER RIVER SKI TRAILLocated on 6 miles of trails, the Plover River Ski Trail features a beginner and intermediate ski course, and a lodge. Located in Stevens Point.

POWERS BLUFF PARKLocated on over 150 acres, Powers Bluff Park features a Scientific Preservation Area, Indian dance rings, burial grounds, shelter, handle tow lifts for winter tubing, skiing and snow-boarding, playground equipment and a hiking trail. Located in Arpin.

SOUTH WOOD COUNTY PARKLocated on 332 acres near Lake Wazeecha, South Wood County Park features a camp-ground, frisbee golf course, boat launch, shel-ter and a hiking trail. Located in Wisconsin Rapids.

STANDING ROCKS PARKLocated on 524 acres, Standing Rocks Park fea-tures over 10 miles of trails for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing. Located in Stevens Point.

SUNSET BEACHLocated on 18 acres near Sunset Lake, Sunset Beach features a boat launch and swimming beach. Located in Nelsonville.

WOLF LAKE PARKLocated on 89 acres near Wolf Lake, Wolf Lake Park features a boat launch, swimming beach, picnic area and hiking trail. Located in Blaine.


AMHERST OK HARDWARE & RENTAL143 S Main St. | Amherst | (715) 824-5614

ARPINBUBBA’S ONE STOP GUN SHOP8045 Co. Rd. F | Arpin | (715) 569-4081

JUNCTION CITYTHE STORE1000 Main St. | Junction City | (715) 457-2213

MARSHFIELDBELL’S GENERAL STORE8426 Co. Rd. V | Marshfield | (715) 676-2167

BULLSEYE SPORT SHOP, LLC1201 S Central Ave. | Marshfield | (715) 384-6580

MILLS FLEET FARM1101 W Upham St. | Marshfield | (715) 387-3768

NEKOOSANEKOOSA BAIT & TACKLE708 Point Basse Ave. | Nekoosa | (715) 510-0039

NEKOOSA, CONTD.SUNRISE BAIT & TACKLE GARDENS344 Wood Ave. | Nekoosa | (715) 886-5440

TERRY’S AMOCO100 Market St. | Nekoosa | (715) 886-3731

PITTSVILLEHARMONY COUNTRY COOPERATIVES8315 Hwy. 13 | Pittsville | (715) 884-2501

LAKESIDE GLASS3238 Hwy. 08 | Pittsville | (715) 884-2269

PLOVERPOST ROAD BP1011 Post Rd. | Plover | (715) 829-4001

RISTEY’S GUNS2618 Post Rd. | Plover | (715) 544-4830

WALMART (#1828) 250 Crossroads Dr. | Plover | (715) 345-7855

ROSHOLTSTOP-N-GO FOOD MART300 E Grand Ave | Rosholt | (715) 677-4616

You can purchase hunting and fishing licenses, cross-country ski passes and snowmobile trail stickersthrough the Electronic License System. Online: www.dnr.wi.gov, Toll Free: 1 (888) 936-7463

Or visit one of the ELS agents available throughout Wood & Portage Counties:

DNR License Centers


STEVENS POINTKMART (#7010)111 Division St. N | Stevens Point | (715) 341-6060

MILLS FLEET FARM5590 Hwy. 10 | Stevens Point | (715) 341-5100

PORTAGE COUNTY CLERK1516 Church St. | Stevens Point | (715) 346-1351

VESPERJO JO’S BAR6580 Cameron Ave. | Vesper | (715) 569-4141

WISCONSIN RAPIDSACE HARDWARE2350 8th St. S | Wisconsin Rapids | (715) 421-1550

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, CONTD.BUD’S CORNER MART2421 48th St. S | Wisconsin Rapids | (715) 421-1575

DNR SATELLITE CENTER473 Griffith Ave. | Wisconsin Rapids | (715) 421-7800

FOOD TREE1758 Green Field Ave. | Wisconsin Rapids | (715) 421-4777

WALMART (#1202)4331 8th St. S | Wisconsin Rapids | (715) 423-1900

WESTSIDE EXPRESS MART, LLC1040 W Grand Ave. | Wisconsin Rapids | (715) 424-1767

DNR License Centers

COYOTE10/20/12 - 02/15/13

BEAVERZone A: 11/03/12 - 04/30/13Zone B: 11/03/12 - 04/30/13Zone C: 11/03/12 - 03/31/13Zone D: 1 day after duck season closes - 03/15/13

FISHER10/20/12 - 12/31/12

OTTERNorthern Zone: 11/03/12 - 04/30/13Central Zone: 11/03/12 - 03/31/13Southern Zone: 11/03/12 - 03/31/13

FOX (RED & GRAY)10/20/12 - 02/15/13

MINKNorthern Zone: 10/20/12 - 02/28/13Southern Zone: 10/27/12 - 02/28/13Winnebago Zone: 10/27/12 - 03/15/13Mississippi River: 1 day after duck season closes

MUSKRATNorthern Zone: 10/20/12 - 02/28/13Southern Zone: 10/27/12 - 02/28/13Winnebago Zone: 10/27/12 - 03/15/13Mississippi River: 1 day after duck season closes

RACCOONResident: 10/15/11 - 02/15/12Nonresident: 10/29/11 - 02/15/12

Wisconsin Trapping Seasons


WHITE TAILED DEER*(NON-CWD & NON-METRO UNITS)Bow: 09/15/12 - 11/15/12; 11/17/12 - 01/06/13Gun: 11/17/12 - 11/25/12Muzzleloader: 11/26/12 - 12/05/12Youth Deer Hunt: 10/16/12 - 10/07/12Statewide Antlerless Hunt: 12/06/12 - 12/09/12CWD Holiday Hunt: 12/24/12 - 01/06/13

BLACK BEAR*Dogs ARE NOT Permitted: 09/05/12 - 10/09/12Dogs ARE Permitted: 09/05/12 - 09/11/12; 09/12/12 - 10/02/12

WILD TURKEY*Youth Turkey Hunt: 04/07/12 - 04/08/12Spring: 04/11/12 - 04/17/12; 04/18/12 - 04/214/12;04/25/12 - 05/01/12; 05/02/12 - 05/08/12;05/09/12 - 05/15/12; 05/16/12 - 05/22/12 Fall: 09/15/12 - 11/15/12; 11/26/12 - 12/31/12

RING-NECKED PHEASANT10/20/12 - 12/31/12

RUFFED GROUSE*Zone A: 09/15/12 - 01/21/13Zone B: 10/20/12 - 12/08/12

SHARP-TAILED GROUSE10/20/12 - 11/11/12

BOBWHITE QUAIL10/20/12 - 12/12/12

HUNGARIAN PARTRIDGE*10/20/12 - 12/31/12

CROW01/19/12 - 03/20/12; 09/15/12 - 11/15/12

MOURNING DOVE09/01/12 - 11/09/12

GRAY & FOX SQUIRRELS09/15/12 - 01/31/13

COTTONTAIL RABBITNorthern Zone: 09/15/12 - 02/28/13Southern Zone: 10/20/12 - 02/28/13

RED & GRAY FOXES10/20/12 - 02/15/12

COYOTEContinuous

RACCOONResident: 10/20/12 - 02/15/12Nonresident: 11/03/12 - 02/15/12

WOODCOCK09/22/12 - 11/05/12

CANADA GOOSE09/01/12 - 09/15/12

PROTECTED SPECIES (HUNTING IS PROHIBITED)Badger; Woodchuck; Wolf; Jackrabbit; Flying Squirrel

*Please contact your local DNR office for specific hunting and trapping zone regulations. For general information on firearm safety training call: 1 (888) 936-7463.

Wisconsin Hunting Seasons


All hunters should consider taking an advanced hunter education class to learn the latest hunting tech-niques along with tips on coming home alive.

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Get a detailed map of the area you are hunting, review it before you leave, and carry it with you in the field.Carry a compass and know how to use it. Decide ahead of time the direction to head for if you get lost or disoriented.Weather can change quickly in Minnesota, so hunt-ers should carry a simple survival kit and be pre-pared for an unexpected overnight stay in the field. The survival kit should contain a rope, a knife, water, waterproof matches, an emergency shelter, and first aid supplies.If you are on the water, make sure to wear a personal flotation device (life preserver). Know your hunting partners’ physical and emotion-al limitations, as well as your own, and don’t push your partners or yourself beyond those limits.

Hunting Safety


EARLY INLAND TROUT03/03/12 - 04/29/12

GENERAL INLAND TROUT05/05/12 - 09/30/12

GENERAL INLAND FISHING05/05/12 - 03/03/13

LARGE & SMALLMOUTH BASSNorthern Zone (Catch & Release): 05/05/12 - 06/15/12*Northern Zone: (Harvest): 06/16/12 - 03/05/13*Southern Zone: 05/05/12 - 03/03/13

MUSKELLUNGENorthern Zone: 05/26/12 - 11/30/12*Southern Zone: 05/05/12 - 12/31/12*

NORTHERN PIKE05/05/12 - 03/03/13

WALLEYE05/05/12 - 03/03/13

LAKE STURGEON(Hook & Line) 09/01/12 - 09/30/12

*Contact the Wisconsin DNR for more information on spe-cific fishing zones and dates: 1 (888) 936-7463.

Wisconsin Fishing Seasons

Common Fish Species


Operating WatercraftFollow these guidelines to help prevent and prepare for capsizing, swamp-ing, or someone falling overboard.

Make sure that you and your passengers are wearing life jackets while the boat is moving.

Attach the ignition safety lanyard to your wrist, clothes, or life jacket.

Don’t allow anyone to sit on the gunwale, bow, seat backs, motor cover, or areas not designed for seating. Also, don’t let anyone sit on pedestal seats when craft is not in idle.

Don’t overload your boat. Balance the load of passengers and gear stored on-board.

Keep your center of gravity low by not allowing people to stand up or move around while craft is in motion.

In small boats, don’t allow anyone to lean beyond the gunwale.

Turn boat at slow rates of speed.

Secure the anchor line to the bow, never to the stern.

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Boating Safety


Who May Operate a Motorboat(Other Than a Personal Watercraft)

For engines 25 horsepower or less:Those under age 12 may operate without restrictions. For engines over 25 horsepower through 75 horsepower:Those under age 12 must have someone 21 years of age or older on board within reach of the controls. For engines over 75 horsepower:No children under age 12 may operate, even with an adult on board.

Other restrictions apply to boat operators 12 to 17 years old:Operators from 12 to 17 years of age may operate en-gines of 25 horsepower or lower with no restrictions. For engines over 25 horsepower:Operators 12 to 17 years of age must have:A watercraft operator’s permit, or someone age21 years or older old on board within reach of the controls.

Know Your Craft

Boating Safety


Flotation DevicesOffshore Life Jackets - Type 1:For rough or remote waters where rescue may take awhile. Provide the most buoyancy, excellent for flotation, turns most unconscious persons face up in the water.

Near-Shore Vests - Type 2:Good for calm waters when quick assistance or rescue is likely. Turns some unconscious wearers face up in the water, but not as efficiently as offshore life jackets.

Flotation Aids - Type 3:Vests or full-sleeved jackets good for calm waters when quick assistance is likely. Not for rough waters. They will not turn most unconscious persons face up. Used for sports, such as water-skiing. Some inflate in water.

Unwearable / Throwable Devices - Type 4:Cushions and ring buoys designed to be thrown to someone in trouble. Type 4 is not de-signed to be worn. Not for rough waters - not for anyone unable to hold on to it.

Special Use - Type 5:Vests, hybrids/others designed for specific activities, for example windsurfing, kayaking, water-skiing. Some Type 5 devices inflate when entering the water. To be acceptable, Type 5 must be used in compliance with their label instructions.

All watercraft must have at least one Coast Guard Approved Type 1, 2, 3 or 5 flotation device that is the proper size for each person on board or being towed.All devices must be in good condition and easily accessible. Children under age 10 must wear a device when on board a boat that is underway unless:in an enclosed cabin or below deck or on an anchored boat that is being used for swimming or diving or passenger craft with a licensed captain. Along with the above at least one approved Type 4 must be on board boats 16 ft. or longer (except canoes and kayaks) and immediately available.A Coast Guard approved Type 5 device may be substituted for any other Coast Guard approved device if it meets the same requirements and is noted on the label.Anyone riding a jet ski or other Personal Water Craft must wear an approved -non inflating flotation device, as well as anyone being towed by a water craft.

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Always wear a properly fitting bike helmet as most serious injuries are to the head.

Be sure your handlebars, seat and wheels fit snugly.

Keep your bike in good shape by checking and oiling your chain, making sure your brakes work properly and maintaining your tire pressure.

Always ride with both hands on the handlebars except when doing turn signals.

When leaving a driveway, curb or alleyway always stop and check for traffic in both directions.

Cross only at intersections.

Use the crosswalk to walk your bike across busy intersections and follow the traffic signals.

Never ride against traffic. Travel in the same direction as the cars.

Whenever you can, use bike routes and avoid busy streets.

Don’t ride near parked cars as doors can open and cause accidents.

Obey all traffic signs and traffic lights.

When biking with friends, ride in a single file.

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• Read the owner’s manual and know your vehicle thoroughly.

• Check your vehicle before you ride.

• Wear protective equipment and clothing.

• Don’t lend your vehicle to unskilled riders.

• Supervise young or inexperienced riders.

• Never carry a passenger on vehicles meant for one rider.

• Do not operate under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

• Drive at speeds that are appropriate to trail conditions.

• Stay to the right on trails.

• Stay away from thin ice, open water and wetlands

• Know the weather forecast.

• Make sure headlights and taillights work properly.

• Maintain safe distances between other riders.

• Reduce your speed when riding at night.

• Yield to other motor vehicles and trail users.

• Young or beginning riders are encouraged to take a safety training course.

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Do not consume alcohol or take drugs prior to or during your snowmobile trip. Doing so increases your chances of injury or death.

Slow down and don’t cut to the inside of the trail cor-ners. It’s dangerous and illegal.

If you snowmobile at night, don’t override your lights.

Always use the buddy system. Never ride off alone.

Drowning is one of the causes of many snowmobile fa-talities. Whenever possible, avoid the ice.

Wear sensible, protective clothing designed for operat-ing a snowmobile.

Use a full size helmet, goggles, or visor to prevent inju-ries from twigs, stones, ice chips and other debris.

Avoid wearing long scarves. They may get caught in moving parts of the snowmobile.

Know the terrain you are going to ride. If unfamiliar to you, ask someone who has traveled over it before.

Know the weather forecast, especially the ice and snow conditions.

Be sure your snowmobile is in top-notch mechanical condition throughout the months of use.

Familiarize yourself with the snowmobile you are driv-ing. Thoroughly read the manual that accompanies the snowmobile.

Do not pursue domestic or wild animals. That is not the conduct of a sportsman. Report such violations to the nearest law enforcement officer.

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HISTORYThe Green Bay Packers were founded by the Indian Packing Company in 1919 and led by Earl Lambeau. Within two years the team was allowed into the National Football League and the first stadium, City Stadium, was constructed in 1925. The Packers played there until 1957 when construction began on Lambeau Field, named in honor of legend-ary Earl “Curly” Lambeau who brought the team to multiple championships as a player and as head coach. The Green Bay Packers have won 13 championships, multiple division titles and have almost 20 players and coaches inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame - more than any other team in the league. Lambeau Field, the current home of the Packers, has hosted 55 years of Packers football and has witnessed multiple renovations throughout its history allowing for its current 73,000 seating capacity. The stadium is known as one of the toughest venues to play in due to the harsh Wisconsin winters. Since 1960 season tickets have remained sold out with almost 90,000 people on the waiting list. The Green Bay Packers are now the only non-profit and community owned team within the league and is the third oldest team in professional football today. They have witnessed trial and triumph and continue to be one of football’s dynasties.

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ESCAPE ROUTESEveryone in your family should know the best ways to exit the house in case of a disaster. Teach your young children how to open sliding doors, windows and other exits. Designate a meeting place where the family can gather after escaping from the house.

FLASHLIGHTSThe whole family needs to know where to find flashlights. Periodically check the batteries.

FULLY CHARGED CELL PHONESAll family members should keep their cell phones charged. Make a habit of charging them, while everyone is asleep. Cell phones can be lifesavers in emergencies.

LIST OF VALUABLESKeep this document listing your possessions (and if possible, a video of your home interior) in a fireproof safe, or in a safe deposit box at a bank.

COMMUNITY EMERGENCY PLANSFamiliarize yourself with community evacuation plans and neighborhood escape routes. Post a copy of them in a highly visible place in your home.

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Remove dead branches from trees beforehand to avoid injury or damage.After seeing lightning, if you hear thunder in less than 30 seconds, it is recommended that you stay inside for 30 minutes after the thunder has ceased.The inside of a car is safer than the outside, as a lightning strike will simply pass through the car as long as you aren’t in contact with any metal.Unplug all major appliances, as a power surge can cause serious damage.Avoid all tall structures and elevated areas as well as large amounts of metal.

Make sure that every level of your house has a smoke de-tector, and be sure to test them once a month. Have the family plan an emergency exit route.Always keep track of any stoves or high-temperature/high-voltage appliances that are running. Be sure to never leave any cooking unattended.Keep lighters and matches away from children.If a burn occurs, soak the skin in cool water. If the skin blis-ters, seek medical assistance.


FIRST AID FOR CPR & HEART ATTACKCPRCPR is to be administered when a person is not breathing or has no pulse. Be quick to act by remembering the A,B,C’s: Airway, Breathing & Circulation.

Airway: Place the person on a firm surface, on their back. Kneel next to the person’s neck and shoulders. Open the person’s airway by tilting back the head and lifting the chin.

Breathing: With the head tilted and chin lifted, pinch the nostrils shut and cover the person’s mouth with yours. Give two slow breaths.

Circulation: Find the hand position on the center of the breastbone. Place the heel of your hand on that posi-tion, with your other hand on top of the first hand. Use your upper body weight to push down. Give two compressions per second. Compress the chest at a rate equal to 100/minute. Perform 30 compressions at this rate. Repeat until an ambulance arrives.

HEART ATTACKSymptoms of a heart attack may include any of the following:• Uncomfortable pressure, fullness or squeezing pain in the center of the chest.• Expanded pain in the upper abdomen.• Shortness of breath.• Pain or numbness in either arms, shoulders, neck, jaw or teeth.• Dizziness or fainting.• Nausea and sweating.

If you or someone else may be having a heart attack - follow these steps immediately:• DIAL 911• Chew and swallow Aspirin (unless you are allergic/not allowed to)• Take Nitroglycerin (only if prescribed)• Begin CPR if the person is unconscious

IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 911

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FIRST AID FOR BURNS & CHOKINGBURNSFor minor 1st and 2nd degree burns smaller than 3” in diameter: Cool the Burn. Run cool water over the burned area for 5 minutes, or until the pain diminishes. Never put ice on a burn!

Bandage the burn with sterile gauze: It is important to use loosely wrapped gauze. This will avoid pressure and the bandage protects blisters. NEVER put lotions, vaseline, ointments or butter on burn. Do not break any blisters, which can cause infection.

Take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen or Acetominophen to relieve pain: Minor burns usually heal with these basic treatments. Be aware for signs of infection which may include: increased pain, redness, fever, swelling or oozing. If symptoms develop, seek medical help. Avoid tanning the burned area for at least a year. Protect the area with sunscreen outdoors. Avoid giving aspirin to children.

For 3rd degree burns/all major burns - DIAL 911DO NOT run cold water over large severe burns - this can cause shock.DO NOT remove burnt clothing.Check for signs of breathing/coughing/movement.If there are no signs of breathing begin CPR.Elevate burned areas above heart level, if possible.Cover the burn(s) with cool, sterile, moist bandages, towels or cloth.

CHOKINGMost people clutch at their throats when choking, an obvious symbol for help. However, if a per-son isn’t giving that signal, be alert for these indications. Inability to talk, difficulty breathing or noisy breathing, inability to cough forcefully, skin/lips/nails turning blue, loss of consciousness.

The Red Cross recommends a “five-and-five” method for first aid: First give five blows between the person’s shoulders with the heel of your hand. Second, perform the Heimlich maneuver (ab-dominal thrusts) five times. Alternate between five back blows and five abdominal thrusts until the blockage is dislodged.




FIRST AID FOR INSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXIS & POISON SAFETYINSECT BITES/ANAPHYLAXISAnaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction from insect bites (latex, food and drug aller-gies can also cause Anaphylaxis). Typical symptoms include hives, the swelling of lips or eyes, swollen throat, drop in blood pressure, light headedness, confusion, nausea or diarrhea. If someone is having an allergic reaction from an insect bite with these symptoms:

CALL 911. Administer emergency prescription medication. See if the person is carrying special emer-gency allergy medicine and give it to them according to the directions.Loosen tight clothing.Lay the person down. The person should lay down on their back with feet elevated. Turn them on their side if they are vomiting or bleeding from their mouth to prevent them from choking.If they are not breathing - administer CPR. Most insect bite reactions are mild and cause no allergic reaction. If stung by a bee, use a straight edged object, like a credit card, to scrape away the stinger. Don’t use tweezers - they can pinch more venom out of the stinger. Apply an ice pack to the area and take an over the counter pain reliever.

POISON PREVENTIONTeach your children about poison and how it can look like a food or drink. They should always ask an adult before eating or drinking anything. Have them learn the poison control phone number: 1-800-222-1222 and keep it programmed or posted near all your phones. Here are some prevention tips.Lock up your poisons and medications. Keep them out of the reach of children, lock them up if possible. Make sure your children understand that medicine is not candy.Follow directions carefully. Read your labels. Be sure to use and store all poisons and medica-tions properly according to recommendations.Keep your pets safe from household chemicals, too. Don’t allow pets near areas that have just been cleaned with chemicals, such as freshly mopped floors or bleached bathtubs and sinks. Clean up any antifreeze/coolant spills. Pets like the flavor but they can die if they ingest it. Store poisonous foods or plants in areas that your pets cannot access. Call your local emergency veteri-nary hospital if you believe your pet has been poisoned.




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