Deer Season Ends; Boat Show Season Begins

On this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors, we take a comprehensive look back at the 2025 Wisconsin whitetail deer hunt and look ahead to one of winter’s biggest traditions — the Milwaukee Boat Show. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Outdoors Editor Paul Smith joins host Steve Scaffidi to break down the final harvest and hunter numbers, and to discuss the important relationship between Wisconsin’s nine-day gun deer season and small businesses across the state. Author Brian Reisinger (Land Rich, Cash Poor) explains the environmental role of deer hunting and how conservation efforts help protect Wisconsin’s land and natural resources. And Ben Nielsen previews the Milwaukee Boat Show, running January 16–25 at the Wisconsin State Fair Expo Center, featuring 300 boats and 80 manufacturers — Wisconsin’s premier water sports expo. Listen Saturdays at 2 p.m. on 620 WTMJ, or anytime on our podcast page. WTMJ Outdoors is presented by Outdoor Living Unlimited.