How many black bear cubs does it take to change a lightbulb?

From the Facebook of: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources  How many black bear cubs does it take to change a lightbulb? We don’t know, but five is enough to fill the arms of a research scientist! These are the cubs of Sow #7, a Rusk County bear collared as part of the Wisconsin DNR’s Black […]

EXTENSION IN ACTION – June 2025

What is Extension? Do you offer classes? Are they free? Is there someone to answer my questions? Can you test the lid on my pressure canner? What’s wrong with my tree? You’ve come to the right place! Extension in Action is a NEW monthly newsletter to update you on current class offerings and tidbits of […]

Need A Ride? ADRC Shopping Bus Trips Are Here!

From the Facebook of: Dodge County ADRC We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new initiative from the ADRC — a Rural Transportation Pilot Project launching for Dodge County residents aged 60+ and individuals with disabilities! Starting June 17th, join us every third Tuesday of the month for shopping trips to local stores in the Beaver […]

Know Who To Call 🐾

From the Facebook of: Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)  Know Who to Call!  If you’re reporting sick or dead wildlife, contact the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources at: DNRWildlifeSwitchboard@wisconsin.gov (608) 267-0866 Visit their website for more details at: https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/…/WildlifeH…/wildlifehealth…. To report domestic concerns, contact DATCP at https://datcp.wi.gov/Documents/AHVetsMap.pdf. If you’re reporting sick domestic animals with diseases like African Swine […]

🌞Heat Awareness Day

From the Facebook of: ReadyWisconsin High heat and humidity can more easily impact infants and children, older adults, people who are pregnant, people who work or exercise in the heat, people without a home, and people with chronic conditions. Extra precautions to help keep these groups safe include: – Do not leave children alone in […]

🌞Celebrate the 125th Anniversary of WI State Parks⛺

From the Facebook of: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources  Some things are timeless… How good a s’more tastes after a day spent outdoors. The feeling of waking up to the birds chirping. And the excitement felt driving into your favorite state park for a camping trip. This year is the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin […]

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