“It’s Not Ours, It’s Just Our Turn.”
Doug Duren is a passionate hunter, farmer, land manager and conservationist. He is the owner of Lone Oak Interests, LLC. Doug also manages the Duren Family Farm near Cazenovia, Wisconsin.
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Maple Syrup Tapping – Multi Faceted Fun
If you have maple trees on your property, you could be pouring home-grown maple syrup on your pancakes next spring.
Greening Wisconsin: A Call to Landowners for Spring Seedling Orders
By Denise Thornton Now is a great time for Wisconsin land owners to order tree and shrub seedlings that will be shipped in the spring…
Exploring Fall Forestry: UW-Extension’s Learn About Your Land Series
By Denise Thornton Wisconsin’s picturesque woodlands hold a wealth of natural beauty and ecological significance. For those who own or simply cherish these forests, understanding…
Invertebrates – Our Most Important Wildlife
By Denise Thornton Many landowners want to encourage wildlife on their property, but perhaps the most overlooked and yet crucial types of wildlife are…
Woodlot Regeneration For WI Landowners
By Denise Thornton Whether you are managing woods that have been in your family for generations, or just getting to know your new property, it’s…
Women’s Chainsaw Safety Workshops in Wisconsin and Minnesota
Are you a woman looking to build your chainsaw skills and boost your confidence in handling this powerful tool? Look no further! UW-Madison Extension, the…
WI DNR now hiring Aircraft Pilots in Rhinelander and Siren, Wisconsin!
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry is recruiting to fill two pilot positions: an Aircraft Pilot in Rhinelander, Wisconsin and Administrative…
Discovering Wildlife and Forest Management: The Wisconsin Coverts Project Workshop
By Denise Thornton For land owners looking to jumpstart their understanding and explore more options on how to manage their woodlands, the Wisconsin Coverts Project…
Empowering Women in Wisconsin’s Woodlands
The Wisconsin Women’s Woodland Gathering brought together 80 women woodland owners for a weekend filled with learning, connection, and inspiration. Hosted by the Wisconsin Department…
WI DNR Now Hiring Foresters Across the State
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry, is recruiting to fill several Forester vacancies located across the State of Wisconsin. These positions…
WI DNR Seeks LTE Natural Resource Research Scientist & Forester
The Wisconsin DNR is hiring an LTE (Limited Term Employee) – Natural Resource Research Scientist- Sen and Forester-Sen located at Rhinelander Service Center in Rhinelander or in…
Managing Woodlands with Prescribed Burns
Managing a woodlot means looking back and moving forward. “Forest regeneration is messy,” says Brad Hutnik, Wisconsin DNR Silviculturist/Forest Ecologist. “It involves harvesting, and it…
Joint Chiefs’ Partnership Supports Forestry and Wildlife Conservation in Northeastern Wisconsin
Apply by May 19, 2023 to Receive Funding to Help Protect Natural Resources The Northeast Wisconsin Forestry and Wildlife Partnership project has been developed through…
It’s Wildfire Season — Are You Ready?
Fire has been a valuable land management tool for generations, but historical fires in Wisconsin and recent fires in other parts of the country are…
A carbon program for landowners and conservation
It’s no secret that family forest owners care about their land and want to do what’s right for forests, wildlife, and the planet. The fast-growing…
WI DNR now hiring LTE – Foresters and LTE – Forestry Specialists throughout Wisconsin!
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry is recruiting to fill 3 Limited Term Employee (LTE) positions: a Forester position based out of Madison; a Forestry Specialist…
Five Books Every Landowner Should Read
As winter begins to give way to the first hints of spring, there is still time to settle down with a good book that could…
Time to Test Your Knowledge: Wisconsin Woodlands and Wildlife Quiz
As a Wisconsin woodland owner, it’s important to have a good understanding of the trees and wildlife that inhabit your land. Whether you’re interested in…
DNR Now Hiring Forestry Technicians in Rhinelander, Wisconsin!
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry is recruiting to fill 4 Limited Term Employee (LTE) Forestry Technicians at our DNR Service Center in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The…
Wisconsin Forestry Products
Landowners, watching Covid-era lumber prices go through the roof, might assume that they would get more money for their standing trees, but there are many…
WI DNR Now Hiring Foresters in Northeast Wisconsin!
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry is recruiting to fill 4 Forester vacancies. The Foresters will be stationed in Northeast Wisconsin with one position in Lakewood,…
Forest Land Leasing Options
Landowners can lease their woodlands for sustainable purposes like maple syrup harvesting and hunting, and it’s worthwhile to address issues specific to each activity. MAPLE…
Is Apple Production Right for Your Land?
According to the UW-Extension, apples are the most widely planted fruit tree in Wisconsin. Who wouldn’t like to step out the door and pick apples…
A Labor of Love: Woodland Restoration
Laura DeGolier is a great example of the diverse kinds of volunteers who can have a significant impact on restoring natural areas throughout the state.…
Is a Christmas Tree Farm Right for Your Land?
This could be the perfect time to start growing Christmas trees — whether you are only interested in a few for your own friends and…
50 Years of Stewardship
About 50 years ago, Tom Wedel and his wife Eva were living in Crystal Lake, Illinois, north of Chicago. They knew they wanted to buy…
Looking back at the History of Wisconsin’s Forests
“The history of Wisconsin’s forests includes what happened yesterday and 10,000 years ago. It’s all part of a continuum — both the natural and human…
Getting to Know Your Forest Health Team: Linda Williams on Spruce budworm
By Denise Thornton Spruce budworm (Choristoneura fumiferana) has been causing defoliation in Wisconsin since 2012 according to Linda Williams, Wisconsin DNR forest health specialist. This…
Getting to Know Your Forest Health Team: Alex Feltmeyer on Heterobasidion Root Disease (HRD)
By Denise Thornton If you have conifers growing on your land, you should be aware of Heterobasidion Root Disease (HRD), formerly known as Annosum Root…
Getting to Know Your Forest Health Team: Paul Cigan and Harsh Weather Effects on Woodlands
By Denise Thornton Weather has a huge influence on all vegetation. It dictates what species will grow, how they grow, and their productivity. The time…
Getting to Know Your Forest Health Team: Mary Bartkowiak on Woodland Invasive Species
by Denise Thornton Invasive plants are a constant challenge for anyone working to manage Wisconsin’s forests, and with over 9 million acres of Wisconsin in…