Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Recent News About Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wisconsin DNR invites public comment on updated wildlife action plan
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced it is inviting public input on the updated Wisconsin Wildlife Action Plan for 2025-2035.
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Wisconsin DNR urges hunters not to mistake elk for deer this season
Hunters in Wisconsin are being urged by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to carefully identify their targets this hunting season, particularly to avoid mistaking elk for white-tailed deer.
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Wisconsin DNR urges compliance with baiting bans amid chronic wasting disease concerns
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging hunters and the public to follow all state regulations regarding the baiting and feeding of deer as the hunting season approaches.
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Wisconsin DNR releases fall issue featuring wild rice conservation
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released the fall issue of its quarterly publication, Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine.
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Wisconsin Natural Resources Board schedules September meeting with focus on rulemaking
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will hold its September meeting in person on Wednesday, Sept. 24, starting at 8:30 a.m. The session will take place in public meeting room G09 at the State Natural Resources Building (GEF 2), located at...
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Archery and crossbow deer hunting seasons set to open September 13 across Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the state’s archery and crossbow deer hunting seasons will begin on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
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Groundwater Coordinating Council outlines key threats in 2025 report to Wisconsin Legislature
The Groundwater Coordinating Council (GCC) has released its 2025 annual report to the Wisconsin State Legislature, outlining key recommendations for safeguarding the state’s groundwater resources.
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Wisconsin sets record for bear hunting applications ahead of Sept. 3 season opener
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the 2025 bear hunting season will begin on Wednesday, September 3.
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Wisconsin’s 2025 hook-and-line lake sturgeon fishing season set for September
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the 2025 hook and line season for lake sturgeon will open on September 6 and continue through September 30, 2025.
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Wisconsin issues new advisories for fish and deer due to PFAS near Town of Stella
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) have issued new advisories regarding the consumption of fish and deer in the Town of Stella and surrounding waterbodies in Oneida County.
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Wisconsin DNR highlights online tools for finding public hunting land
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging residents and visitors to take advantage of the state’s extensive public lands for hunting this season.
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Wisconsin DNR urges hunters statewide to focus on safety with tree stands
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued a reminder to hunters about the importance of tree stand safety as hunting season approaches.
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Wisconsin DNR seeks public help collecting red and white pine cones for reforestation
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced it is seeking help from the public to collect red and white pine cones for its ongoing reforestation program.
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Wisconsin DNR names Connie Ramthun as top volunteer for conservation work
Connie Ramthun has been recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as the 2025 State Natural Areas Volunteer of the Year.
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Wild rice yields remain low in northern Wisconsin amid challenging weather
Wild rice production in northern Wisconsin remains low this year, according to an announcement from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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Wisconsin DNR urges boaters to wear life jackets after 12 fatalities in 2025
With the Labor Day weekend approaching, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging residents and visitors to prioritize safety while enjoying the state’s lakes and rivers.
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DNR seeks public input on Green Tier renewal for Muskego-based Inpro Corporation
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has opened a public comment period regarding the proposed renewal of its Green Tier contract with Inpro Corporation, a manufacturer based in Muskego.
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Wisconsin DNR marks 20 years of green tier partnership with Veridian Homes
Veridian Homes, a residential homebuilder based in Dane County, has reached 20 years as a participant in the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Green Tier program.
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Wisconsin’s early goose hunting season set for September statewide
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the early goose hunting season for 2025 will begin on September 1 and continue through September 15.
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Wisconsin prepares for multiple September hunting season openings
As several hunting seasons prepare to open in Wisconsin throughout September, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is advising hunters to ensure they are ready and properly licensed.