This weekend, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point students will have the opportunity to see if spelunking is “so easy a caveman can do it” and no, the phrase does not refer to switching car insurance carriers.

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Q: What does Leonardo DiCaprio have to do with saving the environment?

A: More than the casual “Titanic” fan might realize. The Oscar and Golden Globe nominated actor produced and narrated several of his own environmental documentaries.  One such film, “The 11th Hour,” will be shown on campus on Nov. 11.

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After years of industrial food business growth, farmers and communities everywhere are looking to find a way back to the “old days” where farmers didn’t use pesticides and chickens weren’t mass-produced. 

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While college students may choose to celebrate this year’s spring break in the stereotypical fashion by either partying or sleeping for an entire week, a select few will be chosen to embark on a service trip to Moab, Utah.

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The University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point is one of the few schools that can say 275 acres on campus is covered in wildlife. 

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Though many trees have already lost their leaves, the gold tamaracks signal prime ruffed grouse hunting in Wisconsin. 
While first-time hunters of ruffed grouse may be more likely to wet themselves from the exploding drumming noise during the bird’s take-off than actually use their shotgun, grouse hunting is an adrenaline pumping sport in full-swing.

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Properly tagging and registering deer in the past allows hunters to participate in a current decision-making process that may drastically affect upcoming seasons.  The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is proposing a new framework for the 2010 gun season.  The changes will depend on public feedback, and will result in various different attitudes going into next year’s season.

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The Wisconsin Council on Forestry released a set of voluntary guidelines for preventing the spread of invasive species last week.  The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Web site called the guidelines “comprehensive, common-sense suggestions for everyone who works in, works with and/or enjoys urban and community forests to protect them from the threat posed by invasives.”

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The shoot-off between the Student Law Enforcement Association and the Isaak Walton League of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point gave both organizations the opportunity to demonstrate what they’ve learned during target practice.  Though a friendly rivalry, the showdown on Wednesday, Oct. 14, revealed that when it comes down to it, SLEA’s got the bigger guns.

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Much of the beauty found on the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus is due to the trees that are cared for by the Student Society of Arboriculture.  For students in urban forestry, SSA is not only an opportunity to give back to the university, but a hands-on experience that one can’t get in a classroom.

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On Saturday Oct. 10, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point chapter of the Student Society of Arboriculture invited children in the community to experience firsthand, the reason why many students choose to pursue a degree in urban forestry.  This past weekend marked the second annual Kids’ Climb hosted by SSA, a specialized program for future urban foresters and those passionate about trees.

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Meet Al the American Alligator, more specifically “Alligator mississippiensis,” mascot of the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point biology department.  He enjoys eating chicks and mice and relaxing under his heat lamp.  No handshake necessary. 

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Director of Sales & Marketing/Communications Sherri Galle-Teske said, “Our main purpose is to help people prepare for disasters.” Whether that disaster is a burning house or a flood, Red Cross covers it all.
Some of the other great courses offered by the Red Cross include family caregiving, Certified Nurse’s Assistant and babysitting.  As one can see, the Red Cross is all about protecting its community.    View full story >

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point chapter of the Society of American Foresters proudly represented their campus at the 58th annual Midwestern Foresters’ Conclave this year with their third place victory.  Nine collegiate chapters competed in various events and Saturday, Sept. 27, marked the day when all their rigorous training would come to fruition.

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Year after year, hunters listen to “Da turdy point buck” by Bananas at Large to prepare themselves mentally for the idea that a 30-point buck may exist.  That dream became a reality on Sept. 22 for a Fond du Lac bow hunter.
Wayne Schumacher was hunting near Rosendale when the elusive 30-point buck wandered into the wrong place at the wrong time. 

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It is officially autumn and for most outdoorsmen and women, the changing of the seasons calls for a change in sport.  For avid fishermen however, October simply means another two or three months of muskellunge fishing.
Muskellunge are trophy fish and usually, so are the accompanying tales.  According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the musky “is so highly valued that the state legislature proclaimed it the official state fish in 1955.”  In the state of Wisconsin, U.S. Hwy 10 divides the inland waters of the northern and southern fishing zones, excluding the Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters.

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Teaching math in Azerbaijan.  Helping a small business get on its feet in Mali.  Introducing farmers in Ecuador to new agricultural techniques.  Developing a library in Honduras. Working with at-risk teens in Cambodia.  Educating a community in Mozambique about HIV/AIDS prevention and care.  What will you be doing next summer?
With the Peace Corps, these are just a few of hundreds of possibilities. 

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point chapter of the Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group is a young and thriving organization.  Though it debuted on the UWSP campus six years ago, WISPIRG has been around for 20 years and is rooted in Madison. 

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“As with all species, buckthorns in natural areas are most effectively controlled by recognizing their appearance early and removing isolated plants before they begin to produce seed,” according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.   Although mechanical and chemical methods of control can be enforced, early detection remains the most effective method of controlling the exotic buckthorn.   View full story >

As new students arrived for the school year, old technology was taken out of University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point residential halls. That’s right, in-room phones are no more.

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The opening day of duck season is right around the corner and for hunters all across the state, “getting back in the swing of things” will mean a slight change in routine this year. Saturday, Sept. 26 marks the joyous or sad day, depending on whether you inhabit land or water on a regular basis.

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On a college campus it is common to find students walking to class listening to their favorite songs on their iPod or even secretly playing games in the middle of class. Many people bring their iPod to the gym to listen as they run, but it’s not expected that a person would be listening to the same device to learn about shoulder press repetitions. A new application for iPhone does just that, and thanks to the many different types, everyone is sure to find one that fits their gym profile.

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The wood-boring beetle has since been referred to as the “green menace,” and five different locations throughout Wisconsin have acted as sites of infestation.  The span of territory that has been subjected to destruction, which includes both rural and urban forests, indicates the seriousness of the threat they present, and gives rise to a growing political debate as well.      View full story >

With archery season upon us, hunters are antsy, deer are wary and the weather and mosquitoes indicate the middle of July.  The offset of the seasons may deter some from venturing to their stands, but for avid hunters, christening the bow during opening weekend is an obligation that will be met come hellish temperatures or high water. 

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Giving blood can save up to three lives per donation, this is just one reason to feel good about donating at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point blood drive.  Donations will go directly to a patient at St. Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point. 

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If your friends are more likely to find you out on the lake than hanging around campus, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s Big Dawgs Fishing Club is right up your alley.  The organization is drawing in students from Stevens Point and beyond. 

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Ryan Stephens initially came to the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point to pursue a degree in Environmental Education with the understanding that the  College of Natural Resources is one of the most highly acclaimed programs of its kind.  What he didn’t realize is that as his plans changed with his experience, he would become one of the most highly acclaimed products of such an education.

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When asked what makes University of Wisconsin Stevens Point Natural Resource students different from the rest, one answer usually comes to mind: their six-week summer camp. 

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As of late, the gray wolf is becoming an increasingly publicized topic in Wisconsin.  While the animal was once regarded as endangered, a rising population poses a threat to bear hunters, deer populations and farmers alike. 

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People walking near the College of Professional Studies Café are enticed by the lingering aromas rising from the homemade recipes served there. Fresh and local organic products, hand-mixed with a wide array of spices, result in diverse flavor temptations.

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At the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, this small major boasts amazing graduate placement rates and one of the university’s largest machines.  Measuring 70 feet long and 2 feet wide, the on-campus paper machine can produce up to 200 feet of paper per minute.  Having such a machine on campus gives PSE students the opportunity for hours of hands-on experience.   View full story >

On April 25, the serene woods surrounding the Central Wisconsin Environmental Station were engulfed by the sounds of chopping, sawing and the yells of dozens of college students. The second annual Woodchuck Games were in full force during a drizzling day at CWES, with students competing and cheering from the University of Wisconsin –Stevens Point, University of Wisconsin-Madison and University of Minnesota. The Woodchuck Games are a timbersports competition, a form of logging games that is rich in history.

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Environmental Issues, Investigation and Action, also known as natural resources 705, taught by Professor Joe Passineau is creating more action and awareness on the environmental front.

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Students lined the hallways of the science building on Friday, April 24 to demonstrate their knowledge on topics studied throughout the school year at the tenth annual College of Letters and Science Undergraduate Research Symposium.

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Have you experienced the trials and tribulations, the frustration, the loss of friends, the lightheadedness due to the odor emanating from your beloved kicks? Well, I have. When it comes to getting the funk out of any shoe, from sport sandals to hiking boots and climbing shoes, I am here to save the day!

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The Environmental Educators and Naturalists Association will be sponsoring the Eco-Fair on Friday April 24, 2009. The Eco-Fair will be held in the sundial and will be the culmination of a week-long observance of Earth Day.

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As the spring season entices students and community members alike to get out and enjoy the weather, Stevens Point area disc golf courses begin to fill. A relatively new and easy to learn sport, disc golfing, also called discing, frisbee golfing, and “frolfing”, is affordable and doesn’t require collared shirts or tee-times.

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Last year, on Earth Day, I decided to finish up my weekly jog with a couple of laps around Lake Joanis, the body of water located in Schmeeckle Reserve. As I circled the mile long loop, I noticed how much litter was scattered about. Realizing it was Earth Day, my conscience got the better of me. I jogged and picked up trash until my arms were full. I was lucky enough to stumble across a garbage bag. By the time I finished the second loop, any hope of jogging was replaced by a bag full of garbage.

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Have you ever seen the Stihl Timbersports competitions on ESPN and thought of how cool it would be to actually watch one of those contests up close and personal?

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After months of freezing and near-freezing temperatures, when the first warm day hits, most students are ready to get outside for a hike, jog or bike ride. But if you’ve been a couch potato all winter long, you may need to start spring exercise slowly to prevent injuries, say University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point fitness experts.

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A recycled art contest will be held on the north side of the Noel Fine Arts Center from April 20 through April 24 in conjunction with Earth Week and the previous RecyleMania competition.

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“Consumption”, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is “a progressive wasting away of the body.” Not something that is particularly pleasant to think about; however, the planet Earth is progressively wasting away because of the never-ending increase in human consumption.

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In early March, the National Park Service released a statement that they were going to begin efforts to reduce lead in national parks. Their goal was to eliminate the use of lead ammunition and lead fishing tackle by the end of 2010.

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Living sustainably has become a rapid trend among today’s society. As students, we have heard of many different ways to become a “greener” person. We hear of things such as changing our light bulbs, buying locally grown foods, turning down our heat and using reusable grocery bags. Although it is suggested we do all of these things, there is an easy way to start that is also free and can even save you money.

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It is one of the tricks the old-timers used to do: making rope from what you have around you. Rope is very useful if you go into the woods without it and suddenly need to tie up that yeti you just captured or hang your pack. The easiest way to make one, although it works only for light stuff, is just to find 3 blades of long grass and braid them. This is good for setting a snare for a mouse, but if you really want to catch that yeti there is a better way.

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Michelle Stevens, a University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point physics major, has been selected for the second time into the National Science Foundation’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates internship program.   View full story >

The demand for modern living options in student housing has increased significantly, explaining why Residential Living has proposed a project to construct a new residence hall on campus. But how will this enormous project impact the environment?

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Aaron Sedgwick, president of the Society of Enthnobiology at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, presented a poster at the SOE National Conference. The poster was of the collaborative efforts to restore a portion of Schmeeckle Reserve with the Society of Ecological Restoration.

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A collection of radio-collared deer turned violent after being trapped in nets by The Wildlife Society and have declared gang warfare against the students at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

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Sunday morning, the room is too bright, the headache is from hell and an undeniable thirst allows the consumption of what seems like gallons of water. The thought of vodka inspires a gag reflex, regret and the realization that removal from bed is unlikely.

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For too long, it was thought to be the worst possible thing that could happen to a person. One drink proves to be one drink too many and you end up in the bed of a stranger without a condom. Twenty days later, you wake up with a new peculiar itch, burn or tingle and it’s assumed your sexual life is over. Not according to a new study.   View full story >

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources, the largest and most prestigious institution of its kind in the nation, announced on Tuesday that all incoming freshmen for the fall 2009 semester are to be issued beards.

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Last week, Paul Cigan, president of the Society of Ecological Restoration, was officially notified that the organization was awarded the C.D. Besandy Memorial Grant administered through Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin.

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Seventh District Congressman Dave Obey announced on Wednesday, March 11, that the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will receive more than $1.4 million to fund the Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology through President Obama’s economic recovery package.

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A Trego, Wis. man was contacted by a friend early on March 4, 2009 after some unusual tracks were spotted in his yard.   View full story >

As the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point students we hear so much about being sustainable.   View full story >

On March 10, 2009, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and the Student Involvement and Employment Office held a life-saving event for students to partake in.   View full story >

On Feb. 27, 395 seventh and eighth grade girls learned about the possibilities of careers in science as they attended Women and Science Day at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.

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The Husky Blast, organized by the Adventure Racing Club at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, took place on Saturday, Feb. 28. It was an exercise to test logical thinking, endurance, speed and problem-solving skills and took place at various locations in and around Stevens Point.

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Students studying in the College of Natural Resources at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will be provided with more scholarship and educational opportunities.   View full story >

A psychedelic laser light show set to classic and modern rock music can be seen at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point’s Allen F. Blocher Planetarium.   View full story >

Three CNR graduate students recently received the Wilderness Society’s prestigious Gaylord Nelson Earth Day 2008 Fellowships.   View full story >

With the hope of warmer temperatures arriving in March, most fishermen’s thoughts turn from ice fishing to open water angling.   View full story >

A group at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is committed to assisting in the goal of passing the first environmental victory of the year for the state.   View full story >

The annual Week of Wellness at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point isn’t over yet.   View full story >

A 10-year-old boy from South Carolina was enjoying a nice day of swimming in the summer of 2008, just as many people do during the warm summer months.   View full story >

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Aaron Sedgwick, a biology and fisheries major, got the idea for a new club after taking Introduction to Plant Biology with Professor Virginia Freire. Sedgwick developed a strong interest in how people interact with plants and the role people have in the ecosystem.

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Lake management plans are currently being processed for Portage County lakes with help from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Center for Watershed Science and Education.

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Welcome to the second half of the month dedicated to feeling great, improving mental health and boosting confidence. February is the national month for self-esteem.

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Imagine a cell phone with no bluetooth capabilities, no camera, no video player and no Wi-Fi. Most students couldn’t fathom the idea of a cell phone without these “essential” attributes.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is known for its many sustainably focused initiatives and one student is taking the lead on investigating how UW-SP students can better dispose of electronic waste.

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As holiday sweets surround the winter season and cold months keep students inside, it can be hard to stay fit. However, the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point offers many healthy food and exercise options that allow students to say “no” to the treats and “hello” to exercise.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will be holding a fishing derby this Saturday from 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Lake Joanis in Schmeekle Reserve.

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You know what I’m talking about. What is that smell? Whether you left an alcoholic beverage in it from last Friday, water from last year, or the smell has just appeared out of nowhere, everyone has experienced this.

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Notebooks, toilet paper, envelopes, boxes, books and much more all start from scratch, are run through paper machines and end up as finished products.

Not many students look into the paper science major because they might not understand the benefits and security that paper products have for us today.

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Wisconsin experienced record low temperatures across the state during the week of Jan. 11, some of the coldest temperatures we’ve felt in a decade. With reported highs of no more than 5 degrees fahrenheit and lows of negative 15 in many places, the Arctic winds swept through the week, chilling Wisconsinites to the bone.

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As a resident of Wisconsin, you need to embrace the winter with an attitude of making the most of it. Don’t let snow and negative temperatures keep you on the couch any longer!

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The last month of the semester has arrived and finals week begins on Dec. 15, anxiety can be seen in almost every building on campus.

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With the nine-day Wisconsin gun deer season over, many hunters are already looking forward to next year. The sheer number of hunters in Wisconsin is astounding with total deer hunting participation reaching more than 835,000.

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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Society of Ecological Restoration at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, and a private citizen, Mike Oligney, are collaborating to restore habitats for the endangered Karner Blue butterfly.

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If your organization or club is searching for funding for small-scale conservation projects, the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin is currently accepting applications for the 2009 C.D. Besadny Conservation Grant.

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The Society of American Foresters attended their national convention in Reno, Nev. Nov. 5-8. The convention is intended for students interested in forestry and included presentations, a job fair and the chance to meet and greet with forestry professionals.

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Thanksgiving is one of the most popular holidays in the United States. Every year, this holiday gives students a few days off to watch football or parades, go shopping, and, of course, eat way too much Thanksgiving dinner.

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As threats of snow become more realistic in Wisconsin, Patrick Martin could qualify as one of the most excited students on campus. To him this is the most wonderful time of the year.

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If you think this past summer was hot, you should probably talk to College of Natural Resources students Andrew VanNatta and Scott Reilly, who spent their summer in India as Global Environmental Managment student ambassadors in 100 plus degree heat most of the summer.

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Fire Crew took advantage of a weather window two weekends ago and burned prairies at several private properties. The object of the cool burns was to assist in the restoration of the prairies and to rid them of noxious weeds.

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Be careful when you pull your keys out from now on. A software program was recently developed by United States computer scientists at the University of California-San Diego that can make copies of keys without the real thing.

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The student chapter of the Society of American Foresters (SAF) and two forestry professors conducted the annual fall pulpcut successfully again this year. The pulpcut usually takes place in red pine stands of cooperating landowners in the county. Pulpcut provides a learning experience for all involved.

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Students nearing graduation at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus may face rising health care costs as they enter the working world. Many students do not realize that upon graduation, they will no longer be covered under their parents’ health insurance plan and must begin planning for health care coverage on their own.

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There are so many twists and turns, David Bowie couldn’t even sing his way out of this one.

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Schmeeckle Reserve at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point was created in 1977 to protect and restore native ecological communities, serve as an outdoor classroom for students and teachers and provide recreational opportunities to all visitors, according to the reserve’s Web site. It was not created to have a late night drink with your friends under the moonlight or to test out the durability of your heavy duty ATV.

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David Czysz is a forester for NewPage in Rhinelander, Wis. NewPage is a landless paper company, and it is his job to obtain the wood pulp needed for their paper mills.

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The first session of the “Building Communities” webinar series, “Setting the Stage: Sustainability and Sustainable Community Development,” took place on Oct. 21, 2008.

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It has been so long now since I saw it as nothing more than a faint memory that kept my lofty dreams of year round sun in check. Then on Monday Oct. 27, it happened again; little white soft snowflakes were falling outside my window.

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Eleven years ago in Wisconsin, the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s Conservation Reserve Program was in need of assistance in its direction. It was during this time that Pheasants Forever stepped in and proposed a partnership with the NRCS to develop an internship program that would allow students to assist landowners in improving their CRP lands.   This partnership was quickly established and has been very successful in revitalizing and improving the CRP.

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Disc golfers beware when reaching the sixteenth basket at Yulga Disc Golf Course. Vandals have struck the course once again, this time spray painting the basket to the dismay of local disc golf enthusiasts looking to go home without spray paint on their discs. This is the latest in a long history of vandalism to local courses, according to Ian Goldberg, faculty advisor for the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Disc Golf Club.

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Michael Hughes, a senior environmental education major, dressed as a scarecrow to teach about the color change in leaves.

“How do leaves change color? Why don’t we go discover; let’s find out,”

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This fall, Michigan Tech hosted the Mid-Western Conclave and invited the Society of American Foresters at UW-SP to attend.

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With Oct. 18, 2008 just around the corner, some hunters at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point are busy preparing for a multitude of different game birds that will be open to hunt.

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Unfortunately, it’s a common scene on most college campuses. A college student arrives back at his house after a long night downtown. Inebriated, the student logs on to his e-mail account and begins sending intoxicated messages to his (soon to be former) friends, co-workers and professors.

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On Sept. 22, 2008, U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman overturned a decision that would have removed gray wolves from the endangered species list in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan.

The ruling came after a lawsuit was filed by environmental groups, such as the Humane Society of the United States, accusing the government of misreading a law last year that lifted protections for about 4,000 wolves in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Michigan.

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James Lawrence, assistant professor of chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, recently received a National Institutes of Health Academic Research Enhancement Award for his grant proposal, “Identification of Alternative Substrates of Pregnancy-Associated Plasma Protein-A.”

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Hundreds of people traveled through the Dreyfus University Center on Friday, Oct. 3, for the largest sustainability fair that UW-SP has ever seen.

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Sustainability Task Force sponsored the event, which aimed to help teach students, faculty, staff and community members how to go “green” in their day-to-day lives.

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Every day on the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point campus, students are targeted by phishing scammers seeking to steal the students’ personal information. The risks of falling for a phishing scam can range from the temporary shut down of the student’s UW-SP e-mail account to the detrimental process of identity theft.

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