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Kolberg Condolences

Jan 7, 2019

Clifford Kolberg, Madison – passed away January 3, 2019.  Clifford was a Charter and Life member of WWOA.  Memorials in Clifford’s name may be directed to the Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 110 N. Whitney Way, Madison, WI 53705.

Evergreen Inspections Find New Insect Pest; Burn or Bag Decorations, Officials Say

Jan 2, 2019

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Looking at Forest Fires from a forestry point of view

Dec 27, 2018

We have all heard about the terrible forest fires in the West in the past few years, and especially the Camp Fire in November 2018. Let’s look at forest fires from a forestry point of view.

Densmore Condolences

Dec 3, 2018

Mabel “Betty” Densmore, Madison – passed away November 23, 2018.  Betty and her husband Jack were long time members of WWOA.  Memorials may be directed in Betty’s name to Covenant Presbyterian Church, 326 S. Segoe Road, Madison, WI 53705 or a charity of your choice.

2018 Timber Tax Tips

Nov 29, 2018

The U.S. Forest Service has released the 2018 Tax Tips for Forest Landowners.  The Federal income tax provisions that apply to timber have changed for the 2018 tax year from the December 2017 new tax legislation. To help family timber owners, foresters and their tax preparers in filing their 2018 tax returns, this bulletin provides income tax guidance that is current as of September 30, 2018. Share these with your accountant!

Peltier Condolences

Nov 28, 2018

Julie Peltier, Hartford – passed away September 18, 2018.  Julie was employed by the WI DNR at the Kettle Moraine State Forest – Pike Lake Unit in Hartford, WI.

Weiner Condolences

Nov 28, 2018

James Weiner, Palmyra – died September 27, 2018.  Memorials in Jim’s name may be directed to a charity of your choice.

Stoltenberg Condolences

Nov 28, 2018

Martha Stoltenberg, Elkhart Lake – passed away September 7, 2018.  Martha was an outdoor enthusiast.  A memorial fund is being established in her name.

Birnstengel Condolences

Nov 28, 2018

Robert Birnstengel, Laporte, MN – passed away September 1, 2018.   Bob worked for the US Forest Service.

Johanesen Condolences

Nov 28, 2018

Craig Johanesen, Stoughton – passed away February 2, 2018.  Craig was a WWOA Charter member and very active in the WWOA Blackhawk Chapter.  Memorials in Craig’s name may be made to the Clintonville Area Historical Society, 25 18th Street, Clintonville, WI 54929 or the ASPCA at https://www.aspca.org/