Think about the many benefits, resources and products that forests provide: beautiful parks, recreational areas, wildlife habitat, clean air, lumber for wood manufacturing. Who is responsible for managing and caring for trees and forests? How do we ensure our resources will be sustainable for future generations? Do you have skills or interests that could help the field of Forestry?

Follow Into the Outdoors Adventure Team members Charlie and Lucas as they learn about the diverse career opportunities in the field of Forestry.

If you are about to start operating a vessel that's new to you, what steps would you take to ensure you and your passengers are safe? Join the Into the Outdoors adventure team as we create a plan and list of best practices out on the water!

What do you need on your vessel to be a safe and legal boater? And, why does having the right gear matter for being safe on the water? Learn what it takes, as we go Into the Outdoors!

There are heroes out there. You may not recognize them, hiding in the trees, but they are there. Agents doing their job with skill and strength, wielding the most advanced technology, fighting disease and pestilence, managing our resources for the service of humanity. They are the Heroes of the Forest.

Trees and forests provide so much for us: places of beauty and recreation, shade for our homes, wood products like paper and building materials, habitats for animals, clean air, and more. It’s important that they are managed sustainably, which means caring for them so they will be healthy and provide resources for future generations.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources collaborates with a vast network of professionals who manage the ecological, economic, social, and cultural well-being of our forests. This episode explores the variety of careers in the field of Forestry, from silviculturists to data analysts, fire fighters to GIS specialists. Students are introduced to opportunities and programs that provide training and pathways to diverse careers. The technology used for forest management and wood-product manufacturing is showcased. The importance of diversity in the field is emphasized, showing that individuals from all backgrounds and communities should have a voice and participate in the care of our natural resources.

Join Into the Outdoors Adventure Team members, Charlie and Lucas, as they embark on a special mission to meet and recruit Heroes of the Forest.

Join us in this episode of Into the Outdoors episode, we learn about vessels! What are they? How can they be safely operated?

Being out on the water is a great way to get into the outdoors. And learning to be out there safely can be half the fun. Watch as the Into the Outdoors Adventure Team members Phoebe and Zack head to Sheboygan, WI, to talk to the US Coast Guard and other boat safety experts. Join them as they embark on an adventure to discover the ins and outs of operating a vessel.

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Veterinarians and wildlife rehabilitators both offer medical care for animals. How are these jobs similar and how are they different? Though veterinarians and wildlife rehabilitators both provide medical care for animals, such as assessing and treating illnesses and disease, there are several differences. Most veterinarians treat pets or farm animals that belong to owners who know the animal's history, diet and daily routines. Wildlife rehabilitators treat hundreds of different species, and they have no background information regarding the animal's illness or injury. Wildlife rehabilitators care for the animals 24-7, which might include hand-feeding and regular cleaning, until the animals are ready to be released back into the wild.

Humans share this planet with wildlife. What are some ways that we can protect and care for wild animals? And why is that important? There are many simple things we can do to protect wildlife, such as: disposing garbage properly, keeping house cats indoors, preserving wild habitats, using window decals, and avoiding use of traps or poison. Valuing the life of wild animals teaches us to be compassionate to others.

In this Into the Outdoors episode, we learn about fishing with a spincaster, boater safety, and how to catch a fish like a pro. Watch as Into the Outdoors Adventure Team members Solomon and Gracie work through everything you need to know to get started as they spend a day on the water. Come along for the fishing adventure and the fun! Are you ready?

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In this Into the Outdoors episode, we learn about fishing with cane poles, the basics of different bait types, and safety tips for when fishing around a body of water. Join Into the Outdoors Adventure Team member Ben and his friends Ashten, Lucy, and Antonio as they head Into the Outdoors for a day of fishing with friends.

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Join us in this Into the Outdoors episode as we welcome the elk back to Wisconsin! But wait...maybe you didn’t even know they left? 

Elk were completely eliminated in Wisconsin for over 130 years due to unregulated hunting and loss of habitat, but in recent years, restoration programs, conservation groups and Native tribes have worked together to successfully reintroduce elk to wilderness areas where they once roamed. 

Watch as Adventure Team members Zach and Aubrey investigate what makes these animals important to the Ojibwe tribes, and how conservation, treaty rights and public lands played a role in their return.

In this Into the Outdoors episode and related Into the Outdoors @Home topic videos, we learn how and why the Ojibwe tribes worked so hard to bring the elk back to Wisconsin. We also learn about Native American Treaty Rights and their impact on the elk reintroduction.

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