Oconto County Times Herald

Eagles win at Symco

Published by kjpasson on Fri, 09/13/2024 - 9:30am

Sept. 10

Marshfield Tiger Invite

Wittenberg-Birnamwood’s girls cross-country team won first place in the small division and second place overall at the Marshfield Tiger Invite. The girls scored 90 points.

The boys team was 12th with 332 points.

Rory Salvesen led the girls with a second-place finish in 20:38.

Nora Bushman placed seventh in 21:10, while Harper Krull was ninth in 21:22.

Gabrielle Timm was 30th in 23:19, and Jayden Zeinert finished 50th in 24:36.

Shawano shuts out Green Bay East

Published by kjpasson on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 10:24am

Sept. 10

Shawano 2, Green Bay East o

Warner Beyer scored both of Shawano’s goals as he led the young Hawks to another victory, this one a 2-0 Bay Conference opener.

Ryan Buerman and the defense were also brilliant in another shutout victory while the middle of the field was controlled but with some stellar midfield play.

The Hawks improved to 4-1-1 overall and are 1-0 in conference play.

Pulaski 3, Wausau East 1

The Red Raiders took down the host Lumberjacks with a 3-1 victory.

Pulaski tennis team tops Manitowoc Lincoln

Published by kjpasson on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 10:21am

Sept. 10

Pulaski 5, Manitowoc Lincoln 2

Pulaski rolled over Manitowoc Lincoln, winning three singles and two doubles matches for a 5-2 victory.

Aubrie Schluessler won 6-4, 6-1 at No. 2 singles. Isabella Skalecki captured the No. 3 singles match 6-1, 6-1, and Anna Krause won t No. 4 singles 6-0, 6-4.

Ruth Krause lost in a heartbreaking three-set match 3-6, 7-6 (5), 11-9 at No. 1 singles.

The No. 1 doubles team of Alyssa Eggert and Addison Heezen lost 6-1, 6-3.

Lena battles back for win against Niagara

Published by kjpasson on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 10:20am

Sept. 10

Lena 3, Niagara 1

A 25-19 loss to Niagara in the first game didn’t get Lena down, as the Wildcats fought back to win the next three games 25-18, 25-21, 25-18 for a 3-1 win.

Bonduel 3, Shiocton 2

Bonduel volleyball earned its first conference win against Shiocton. The game went to five sets.

Shiocton jumped out to the early lead, winning the first set 25-22. Bonduel then won the next two sets 25-16 and 25-19.

Hawks take second on Seymour course

Published by kjpasson on Thu, 09/12/2024 - 10:19am

Sept. 11

Fox River Classic Conference Mini-Meet #4

The Red Raiders scored a 203 and placed sixth at Thornberry Creek. Bay Port won the mini meet with a 168.

Pulaski scores were a 48, 49, 52 and 54. There were also scores of 57 and 65.

Sept. 10

Bay Conference Mini-Meet #6

Shawano golfers were two stokes off the lead and placed second at Crystal Springs Golf Course. The Hawks had a 190 compared to Seymour’s winning 188.

Bonduel placed sixth with a 234.

Bear hunting season open

Published by kjpasson on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 2:56pm

The 2024 bear hunting season opened Sept. 4. With diligent scouting and preparation efforts, bear hunters should expect another year of quality bear hunting this fall.

DNR publishes fall 2024 hunting, trapping forecasts

Published by kjpasson on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 2:55pm

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released the 2024 fall forecast series, detailing the hunting outlook for a variety of popular game species.

These forecasts outline what hunters and trappers across the state can expect while pursuing their favorite game species. In addition to information about specific game species, they also include reminders about public land access opportunities, game registration requirements and season dates.

Safe riding is a year-round activity

Published by kjpasson on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 2:53pm

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges ATV/UTV enthusiasts to always recreate responsibly when hitting the trails. That means staying on designated routes, wearing a helmet and seat belt and keeping their speed in check.

So far this year, 22 people have been killed in ATV/UTV crashes. Most of them were not wearing seat belts or helmets, and alcohol and speed were also noted as contributing factors.

Enroll in a hunter education course today

Published by kjpasson on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 2:52pm

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to prepare for Wisconsin’s fall hunting seasons by taking a hunter education course.

Whether you’re looking to learn more about firearm safety or want to give hunting a try, the DNR has classes available to help you get started.

Anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1973, is required to hold a certificate in hunter education to purchase a hunting license unless hunting under the Mentored Hunting Law.

Young guns: Find ideal hunting bows, crossbows, firearms for youth hunters

Published by kjpasson on Wed, 09/11/2024 - 2:50pm

Brock Smejkal still remembers the sting of the 20-gauge single-shot shotgun he used to fire the slug that killed his first deer.

“I was afraid of recoil when I was a kid, too,” Smejkal said.

He later switched to a .243 rifle after Wisconsin deer hunting laws changed to legalize centerfire rifles in all counties, and that bolt-action didn’t pack quite the same wallop.