Smith: Snapshot Wisconsin expands to add snow, temperature, sound data

Snapshot Wisconsin, the statewide trail camera project led by the Department of Natural Resources in coordination with about 1,800 volunteers, is expanding. No, not into Minnesota or even that portion of Michigan to the north that if it weren't for the Toledo War and Frostbitten Convention of 1836 would likely be part of the Badger State. Snapshot is growing in Wisconsin by adding to its quiver of data collection capabilities. As you likely know, since 2015 the project has used trail cameras to gather images of wildlife across the state. In 2025 it celebrated its 10th year of operation and 100 millionth image captured. The data is supporting DNR management decisions for 14 species, including...