Wisconsin Ag Connection
The Wisconsin Trappers Association, United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are teaming up to sponsor five workshops this fall to help wolf permit applicants learn more about trapping wolves.
“We are very excited to once again partner with the Wisconsin Trappers Association and Wildlife Service to offer these workshops to educate potential wolf harvesters in responsible, ethical wolf harvesting techniques,” said Geriann Albers, DNR assistant furbearer ecologist. “While these programs are voluntary, we feel they are important for potential wolf harvesters as they provide an overview of many important topics related to wolf harvesting – attendees can ask questions of those with experience and knowledge.”
Each course will cover a number of topics, including basic season framework, wolf ecology, trapper ethics, and hands-on trap set demonstrations. First preference will be given to those with a 2014-2015 wolf harvest permit.
Five training sessions will be offered throughout the state:
** September 13, Iron River – Northern Pines Golf Course
** September 20, Grantsburg – Crex Wildlife Area Education Center
** September 27, Madison – Fur Resources Training Center
** October 4, Milladore – Mead Wildlife Area Education Center
** October 11, Rhinelander – Cedric A. Vig Outdoor Classroom
All training sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost of each workshop is $15. Break materials will be provided, however you will need to bring your own lunch.
To pre-register, call 715-346-7386 or 715-341-7596.
