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From the iron hills of Hurley, Wisconsin, came a man who waged war not with weapons, but with secrets. Leon Lawrence Lewis, born in Hurley in 1888 to German Jewish immigrants, would one day be called the “spymaster of Los Angeles.”

In this month's installment of Field Notes, Scott Bowe of Kemp Station discusses Ruffed Grouse – a hallmark species in the Northwoods.

Archery season starts this Saturday in Wisconsin. What you need to know for a safe and successful hunting season.

Artists in Ironwood are painting three murals on buildings throughout the city that focus on species of ecological significance to the region.

Native American Flutist Darren Thompson grew up in Lac du Flambeau and now travels the country sharing his music.He’ll be performing in Minocqua this Friday at the Community Gym at the Minocqua Public Library.WXPR’s Katie Thoresen spoke with Thompson as he was in between shows at the Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota.

The early fall can be a great time to get outside and harvest your food from nature. In this episode of All Things Outdoors, Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto talks with WXPR’s Katie Thoresen about harvesting and hunting options this time of year.

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables is a proven way to help prevent serious medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even certain types of cancer.But getting access to that fresh produce or even affording it can be a challenge for some people.The Aspirus Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program is helping to bridge that gap as part of our Rooted Up North series.

Rhinelander Paper Company, quietly played a vital role in getting our troops the tools they needed to fight and win

The Northwoods has a lot of options when it comes to exploring state lands. In this episode of All Things Outdoors, Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto talks with WXPR’s Katie Thoresen about recreating on public lands.

In this episode of Rooted Up North, we're visiting the Crandon Farmers Market. Plus, a recipe for Blistered Green Bean Asian Noodle Salad.