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Deer hunting is so much to so many.
Hundreds of thousands of hunters head into the fields, swamps and woods each year.
Yet, have you ever sat down and listed why you go deer hunting?
Here’s your chance.
The La Crosse Tribune is assembling a list of the top 10 reasons why we hunt deer and we need your input.
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Deer Diary: Snow or no snow, it's time to hunt (2006/11/18)
I’m sure your memory is better than mine. I had to look back at last year’s deer hunting stories to find out if we had snow for the Wisconsin gun-deer season opener.
DEER DIARY: Quinn will shoot for the pin during opening weekend (2006/11/17)
Ryan Quinn can’t wait to go deer hunting, although he will miss the opening weekend in Wisconsin.
Bob Lamb column: It’s hard to choose the smell of the season (2006/11/16)
Deer hunters are busy this week. Me, too. The Wisconsin gun-deer hunting season opens Saturday and most of us are making last-minute preparations.
Jerry Davis column: Registration stations provide convenience, useful data (2006/11/16)
Many hunters probably take deer registration stations for granted, or wish there were more stations closer to home where they could pull in, register their deer and be gone in a few minutes.
Area report: It’s time to put down the bow, pick up the gun (2006/11/16)
Wisconsin’s white-tailed deer can relax on Friday, and then it’s run and hide again.
Area Deer Gun-Hunt Registration stations (2006/11/16)
BUFFALO COUNTY Henderson’s Silver Moon in Alma. Kwik Trip in Alma. Judy and Gene’s in Cochrane. Kwik Trip in Fountain City. Longshot’s Bar in Gilmanton. Modena Garage in Modena. Modena Grain Service in Modena. Gary’s Shop Kwik in Mondovi. J and I Top Hat Bar in Nelson. Whitetail Bar and Grill in Urne. Waumandee Country General Store in Waumandee. Waumandee House in Waumandee. CRAWFORD COUNTY Captain’s Bar in Eastman. Ferryville Cheese, LLC in Ferryville. Gays Mills Amoco in Gays Mills. Mount Zion Bar in Mount Zion. Eunice’s Liquor and Cheese in Prairie du Chien,
Deer season dates (2006/11/16)
ARCHERY Sept. 16nNov. 16. Nov. 27nJan. 7, 2007. * Archery kills in all units are restricted to antlerless only Dec. 7n10.
Outdoor calendar (2006/11/16)
SATURDAY: Swan Watch bus tour from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to view migrating tundra swans and other waterfowl on the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge; call Mary Stefanski at (507) 494-6229.
Bob Lamb column: Eric Wahlen was guided by his father's spirit in bagging buck (2006/11/15)
There are more than 700,000 deer hunters in Wisconsin with, no doubt, as many deer hunting stories.
Teen bucks the odds to bag first deer (2006/11/15)
It was a last-minute plan. It certainly wasn’t the prime-time hunting hour. And to top it off, Kara Dolan didn’t even have a chance to stand up before she shot.
Forecast good, but know where you are hunting (2006/11/15)
There is no shortage of deer in the Coulee Region, according to Dave Matheys, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wildlife biologist in Viroqua, Wis.
Jerry Davis column: Controlling the herd still an important part of the hunt (2006/11/15)
Some people are already describing the upcoming 2006 Wisconsin gun-deer hunting season as a happy, enjoyable season.
Area report: Cooler conditions should aid anglers, hunters (2006/11/15)
An expected weather change should have a definite impact on hunting and fishing success in the Coulee Region this weekend.
Nominees sought for ethics award (2006/11/15)
The La Crosse Tribune and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are once again seeking nominees for their 10th annual “Wisconsin Hunter Ethics Award.“
Outdoors calendar (2006/11/15)
SATURDAY: Delta Waterfowl Upper Mississippi River Chapter banquet at 5 p.m. in Hiawatha Room on St. Teresa’s College campus in Winona, Minn.; call Matt Weegman at (507) 452-1015.
Guest editorial: DNR working to ensure a happy, safe hunt for you (2006/11/15)
By all accounts the stage seems set for deer hunters to have a great season this year. The herd is large, farmers are working hard to get their crops in and with a little cooperation from the weather, conditions seem almost ideal.
Respect private land and landowners (2006/11/15)
Respect the landowner’s property as if it were your own
AREA GUN-DEER REGISTRATION STATIONS (2006/11/15)
BUFFALO COUNTY Henderson’s Silver Moon in Alma. Kwik Trip in Alma. Judy and Gene’s in Cochrane. Kwik Trip in Fountain City. Longshot’s Bar in Gilmanton. Modena Garage in Modena. Modena Grain Service in Modena. Gary’s Shop Kwik in Mondovi. J and I Top Hat Bar in Nelson. Whitetail Bar and Grill in Urne. Waumandee Country General Store in Waumandee. Waumandee House in Waumandee. CRAWFORD COUNTY Captain’s Bar in Eastman. Ferryville Cheese, LLC in Ferryville. Gays Mills Amoco in Gays Mills. Mount Zion Bar in Mount Zion. Eunice’s Liquor and Cheese in Prairie du Chien,
Gun safety always comes first (2006/11/15)
MADISON Tim Lawhern is looking for a perfect deer season, one in which there will be absolutely no firearms accidents in Wisconsin.
Check list for keeping your tree stand safe (2006/11/15)
- Check permanent tree stands every year before hunting from them, and replace any worn or weak lumber before it breaks. When checking these stands always wear a fall restraint device like a safety harness.
DNR asks hunters to watch for violators (2006/11/15)
MADISON Wisconsin’s conservation wardens can’t be everywhere and are becoming increasingly dependent upon additional support from ethical hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who are ready to help spot violators.
Bob Lamb column: Leave your wallet behind and enjoy the rendezvous (2006/11/08)
When was the last time you attended an event that featured great food, top-notch speakers and plenty of entertainment and then were told to leave your billfolds at home?
Area report: All signs are positive for area hunters (2006/11/08)
There is a definite air of optimism among deer, pheasant and waterfowl hunters this week.
Outdoors Calendar (2006/11/08)
SATURDAY, NOV. 4: Friends of NRA banquet at 5 p.m. at Pettibone Resort in La Crosse; call Craig Nagel at (608) 783-5522.
Jerry Davis column: Read between the tag lines (2006/11/08)
Deer hunting can be confusing when more hunting and tagging opportunities are provided.
There’s always something new to discover outside (2006/11/01)
I realize Halloween is approaching and black is a popular color, but Monday’s brief experience was rather spooky.
Participation in autumn turkey hunting decreasing (2006/11/01)
There is a turkey hunting season going on through Thursday, Nov. 9, but few outdoorsmen and women are listening or believing they have the time to pick up a shotgun or bow and call wild turkeys.
Bow hunters eager to get stuck in rut’ (2006/11/01)
Bow hunters are smiling more these past few days as the breeding season for white-tailed deer kicks into high gear.
Outdoors Calendar (2006/11/01)
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: DNR trapper education class at Kickapoo Preserve Visitor Center in Vernon County; call Don or Brenda Biermann at (608) 625-4181.
Hunter ethics award set to celebrate its 10th birthday (2006/10/25)
Time sure flies by quickly. Each day, each year seem to go by more quickly, especially the older we grow.
How to Nominate a hunter for Ethics Award (2006/10/25)
The La Crosse Tribune and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources developed a partnership to establish and co-sponsor a “Wisconsin Hunter Ethics Award” in 1997.
Anderson wins waterfowl stamp contest again (2006/10/25)
Arthur “Art” Anderson just added another feather in his cap.
Nagel remains right on target (2006/10/25)
Craig Nagel remembers at an early age about how neat it was to fire a bullet accurately and precisely to a target.
Cooler temps hurt anglers, aid hunters (2006/10/25)
Cooler temperatures, coupled with strong winds, has led to fewer fish being caught in the Coulee Region this week.
Calendar (2006/10/25)
SATURDAY: Oktoberblast 100 non-registered, 100-bird, 16-yard individual trap shoot from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Winona Sportsman Club in Winona, Minn.; call Dusty Speltz at (507) 689-2522, or Mick Colgan at (608) 783-8240.
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