MADISON – Hunters are reminded that all deer killed in the chronic wasting disease Management Zone (CWD-MZ) of south central Wisconsin must be registered no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day after it was harvested within the unit of kill or an adjacent unit within the CWD-MZ.
“There still appears to be some confusion among hunters on registering deer in the CWD Management Zone so now is a good time to remind bow hunters while the season is ongoing and those (hunters) getting ready for the November gun-deer season,” said CWD coordinator Davin Lopez.
Not all stations that register deer in the CWD-MZ sample deer for the disease, noted Lopez, and hunters should either call ahead or check the DNR’s web site for stations that will remove samples from your deer to test for CWD.
Most of DNR’s South Central Region and a good part of the agency’s Southeast Region lie within the CWD-MZ. Hunters are advised to check the 2010 Wisconsin Deer Hunting Regulations booklet for a map of the CWD-MZ and other details.
Hunters who will be transporting their deer out of the CWD-MZ are further reminded that whole deer carcasses and certain restricted parts – brain, spinal chord and lymphoid tissue – can only be transported to other areas of the state if they are taken to a licensed meat processor or taxidermist within 72 hours of registration.
This rule is designed to “help hunters so they can get their deer processed and mounted closer to home, while still ensuring the responsible disposal of potentially infectious materials,” pointed out Lopez.
Where to Go Online for More Information
A listing of registration stations is available at:
http://prodoasext.dnr.wi.gov/inter1/pk_cwd_regpub$.startup
Look for those that are listed as “CWD-Registration and Testing” for stations that will remove samples for CWD testing.
Hunters interested in the latest information on CWD in Wisconsin can visit the DNR web site at: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/whealth/issues/CWD/index.htm
News Release Published: October 26, 2010 by the South Central Region
Contact(s): Davin Lopez, CWD Coordinator, Madison: 608-267-7857 Jason Fleener, Wildlife Biologist, Madison: 608-261-7589
Source: Wisconsin DNR
Site: http://dnr.wi.gov/news/BreakingNews_Lookup.asp?id=1895
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Plan approved to guide state efforts to control CWD over next 15 years
WISCONSIN RAPIDS – A plan that will guide the state’s efforts to manage chronic wasting disease over the next 15 years was approved unanimously by the State Natural Resources Board at its September meeting.
“This new plan provides more specific actions and focuses on responding to disease outbreaks on the periphery of the known CWD area, said Davin Lopez, CWD project leader for the Department of Natural Resources.
The plan proposes a number of actions including:
• Stable hunting season structure if deer numbers are moving toward the established population goal at a sufficient rate.
• A renewed commitment and investment in outreach and education using a professional communications firm.
• Landowner permit system.
• Focused sharpshooting along the periphery of the disease.
• Continued surveillance and testing statewide and in the CWD-Management Zone.
• Continued support of food pantries for donating venison and pursuit of a statewide ban on baiting and feeding of deer.
Besides input from the Natural Resources Board and an independent review panel, the 15-year CWD Response Plan is founded on experience and additional knowledge gained over the past eight years and reflects input from a diverse number of sources, including a citizen Stakeholder Advisory Group, the Conservation Congress and other states.
“Despite the strength of the plan, it will only be successful if it has the support and associated active participation of our partners and the public. Successfully controlling and managing CWD in Wisconsin will require a sustained effort over many years, likely far beyond this 15-year plan. It is very challenging for everyone involved, but the alternative of letting the disease spread uncontrolled is much worse,” said Lopez.
The CWD Response Plan is available on the chronic wasting disease management pages of the DNR website.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: contact Davin Lopez at 608-267-2948 or Greg Matthews at 608-275-3317.
Source: Wisconsin DNR
Site:http://dnr.wi.gov/news/DNRNews_Lookup.asp?id=243#art1
“This new plan provides more specific actions and focuses on responding to disease outbreaks on the periphery of the known CWD area, said Davin Lopez, CWD project leader for the Department of Natural Resources.
The plan proposes a number of actions including:
• Stable hunting season structure if deer numbers are moving toward the established population goal at a sufficient rate.
• A renewed commitment and investment in outreach and education using a professional communications firm.
• Landowner permit system.
• Focused sharpshooting along the periphery of the disease.
• Continued surveillance and testing statewide and in the CWD-Management Zone.
• Continued support of food pantries for donating venison and pursuit of a statewide ban on baiting and feeding of deer.
Besides input from the Natural Resources Board and an independent review panel, the 15-year CWD Response Plan is founded on experience and additional knowledge gained over the past eight years and reflects input from a diverse number of sources, including a citizen Stakeholder Advisory Group, the Conservation Congress and other states.
“Despite the strength of the plan, it will only be successful if it has the support and associated active participation of our partners and the public. Successfully controlling and managing CWD in Wisconsin will require a sustained effort over many years, likely far beyond this 15-year plan. It is very challenging for everyone involved, but the alternative of letting the disease spread uncontrolled is much worse,” said Lopez.
The CWD Response Plan is available on the chronic wasting disease management pages of the DNR website.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: contact Davin Lopez at 608-267-2948 or Greg Matthews at 608-275-3317.
Source: Wisconsin DNR
Site:http://dnr.wi.gov/news/DNRNews_Lookup.asp?id=243#art1
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