Deer activity patterns have changed with the end of the rut and the disruption of the nine-day gun hunt, but 10 to 15 percent of the bow harvest is traditionally taken in December. Small game hunters can also take advantage of the open condition of the woods. Hare and rabbit hunters are having some success with beagles on new snow. Grouse hunters are finding birds in heavy cover. There was not much ice fishing activity due warm weather and thin ice conditions.
Caution is advised when venturing out on area lakes.
Oconto County - A snowmobile safety course will begin Saturday, January 10, at 8 a.m. at the Oconto Falls Fire Department. Waupaca County - Snowmobile trails in are closed, with only about 2 inches of snow remaining on the ground. Bow hunters are still doing good. Few rabbit hunters are out, but those hunters are experiencing good success. Beware of bad ice.