The Return of Elk
Clip: Season 5 Episode 12 | 9m 25s
Elk were once native to Wisconsin. In 1995, elk were reintroduced to the state.
In 1995, elk were reintroduced to the state. Twenty-five elk were brought from Michigan to the Chequamegon National Forest near Clam Lake. In 2000, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources took over management of the herd, which has grown to about 120 animals. The DNR monitors the health of the herd and explores other aspects of the future of elk in the state.
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The Return of Elk
Clip: Season 5 Episode 12 | 9m 25s
In 1995, elk were reintroduced to the state. Twenty-five elk were brought from Michigan to the Chequamegon National Forest near Clam Lake. In 2000, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources took over management of the herd, which has grown to about 120 animals. The DNR monitors the health of the herd and explores other aspects of the future of elk in the state.
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Wisconsin Life is a local public television program presented by PBS Wisconsin
Funding for Wisconsin Life is provided by the Wooden Nickel Fund, Mary and Lowell Peterson, A.C.V. and Mary Elston Family, Obrodovich Family Foundation, Stanley J. Cottrill Fund, Alliant Energy, UW...