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Avoid Ash Trees When Scouting For Deer Stand Locations

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A hunter climbs into a tree stand.

A hunter prepares to safely climb into a tree stand. Hunters are advised to stay away from ash trees when choosing a tree to use for their stand, due to the possibility of hidden damage to the tree due to emerald ash borer. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR

By Wisconsin DNR

As deer hunters begin to scout for suitable tree stand locations, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) warns hunters to avoid placing their deer stands in or near ash trees.

That’s because of the scourge of emerald ash borer (EAB), which has been confirmed present in all 72 Wisconsin counties. It has already left most ash trees in the southern half of Wisconsin dead or dying, along with many in Door County and the Mississippi River counties.

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Avoid Ash Trees When Placing Deer Stands

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Photo of hunter climbing into tree-mounted deer stand.

It is important to place and maintain tree stands carefully as you prepare for the upcoming deer hunting season. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR

By Bill McNee, Forest Health Specialist, Wisconsin DNR;
Bill.McNee@wisconsin.gov; (920) 360-0942

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) cautions hunters to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees this deer hunting season.

Most ash trees in the southern half of Wisconsin, Door County and the Mississippi River counties are dead or dying from emerald ash borer infestation. Although emerald ash borer is not as widespread in other parts of the state, the invasive insect continues to be found at additional locations throughout the state and unreported infestations also are likely.

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