DNR Elk Advisory Committee
Start Date: 04/08/2026
End Date: 04/08/2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: In-Person & Virtual Options; See Details for Information
Joshua Spiegel, Joshua.Spiegel@wisconsin.gov or 715-558-0648
The Elk Advisory Committee will meet to discuss various topics.
Join virtually via Zoom.
Register in advance to the meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Join in person:
Hilton Garden Inn, Conference Center
151401 County Road NN
Wausau, WI 54401
April 8, 2026, Elk Advisory Committee Agenda (subject to change)
8:30 a.m. — Welcome & Introductions
8:45 a.m. — Elk Program Update
9 a.m. — Elk Administrative Update
9:45 a.m. — Conflict and Nuisance Discussion: 2025 Damage Program Review, 2026 Abatement Efforts, Diversion Crop Plans, Future Options, Conflict Grants
10 a.m. — Break (~5 minutes)
10:45 a.m. — Public Comment – Conflict and Nuisance
11 a.m. — Research Agenda and Project Updates: research agenda prioritization update, aerial survey update, future research topics
noon — Lunch (in-person, provided)
12:30 p.m. — Elk Management Updates: 2025/2026 winter trapping, 2026 Calf capture plans, 2025 Harvest season summary, 2026 Approved hunting quotas
1 p.m. — Partner Updates and Comments
1:30 p.m. — Review and Update Elk Advisory Committee Annual Workplan: Review 2025-2026 Work Plan & Management Plan Implementation Timeline (1–2 year objectives), Identify sub-group needs per management plan action item
2 p.m. — Break (~5 minutes)
2:45 p.m. — Public Comment - General
3 p.m. — Adjourn
