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Chronic Wasting Disease Hits Manitowoc; Baiting Ban Begins

1/16/2025

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Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has made its debut in Manitowoc County, confirmed by the Wisconsin DNR after a hunter brought in a 1-year-old buck. To combat this threat, a three-year ban on baiting and feeding will take effect on February 1. Join the conversation at public meetings on CWD and testing efforts on February 4 at Woodland Dunes Nature Center.

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Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has made its debut in Manitowoc County, confirmed by the Wisconsin DNR after a hunter brought in a 1-year-old buck. To combat this threat, a three-year ban on baiting and feeding will take effect on February 1. Join the conversation at public meetings on CWD and testing efforts on February 4 at Woodland Dunes Nature Center.