Wildlife Abounds

Good hunting can be found year round in Washburn County — whether you use a firearm, bow or camera lens. Over 150,000 acres of public hunting land offer deer, bear, waterfowl, grouse and small game. Many resorts offer processing and freezing services.

Bird and wildlife watchers have a feast of opportunities. Protected species — most notably bald eagles, ospreys and loons — abound and are easily captured by a camera lens.

Bald Eagles: What does it say about a nation when its national bird is threatened? Luckily, the bald eagle's story is one of recovery. With the banning of chemicals such as DDT, this majestic bird has made a remarkable comeback. While there are still many threats, the bald eagles future looks good based on their abundance in Washburn County.

Click here for “Tools and Techniques for Wildlife Viewing.”

Download a map of Public Land in Washburn County (pdf).