The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is offering a grant to help remove the insect emerald ash borer. This green backed beetle likes to destroy ash trees. It is originally from Asia. The beetle has been found in northern Illinois and might be moving further north into Wisconsin. It will destroy all ash species except the mountain ash. The grant funds can be used for planning, education of the public, and develop inventories. The intended goal of the grants is to provide early detection of the beetle. Keep this harmful insect in mind if you are cutting ash firewood. [environment]  [nature]