Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Recent News About Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wisconsin DNR extends statewide air quality advisory due to Canadian wildfire smoke
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has advised residents across the state to limit outdoor activities due to poor air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.
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Hank Aaron State Trail section to close during Wisconsin State Fair for safety
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with Wisconsin State Fair Park officials, has announced the temporary closure of a section of the Hank Aaron State Trail during the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair.
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Wisconsin officials urge UTV riders to wear seatbelts amid rising fatal crashes
As summer continues, Wisconsin officials are urging utility terrain vehicle (UTV) riders to prioritize safety by wearing seatbelts.
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Wisconsin DNR seeks public input on golf course impact to endangered lizard
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intention to issue a permit for the incidental taking of the slender glass lizard, a rare and state-endangered species, in connection with the proposed construction of the Sand...
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DNR seeks public comment on impact of Adams County network project on rare lizard
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intention to authorize the incidental taking of a rare lizard species as part of the ATC Northern Adams County Network Improvement project.
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Wisconsin DNR celebrates state park system anniversary at State Fair
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be present at the Wisconsin State Fair from July 31 to August 10, offering fairgoers a chance to engage with agency staff and learn about the state’s outdoor resources.
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Sturgeon spearing applications due August 1 for Wisconsin's Upriver Lakes
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has issued a reminder for sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes spearing tag for the 2026 season is August 1, 2025.
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Wisconsin DNR announces storm grant recipients for urban forestry recovery
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has revealed the recipients of the Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants.
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Wisconsin DNR to participate in Farm Technology Days Aug. 5-7
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be participating in Farm Technology Days, scheduled for August 5-7, 2025, in Waupaca County.
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Wisconsin reports increase in turkey harvest during spring season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released preliminary results for the 2025 spring turkey season.
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Wisconsin DNR announces application deadlines for fall hunting permits
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued a reminder for hunters and trappers regarding the upcoming application deadlines for special fall hunting and trapping seasons.
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Wisconsin's Snapshot program marks decade with 100 million wildlife photos
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is marking a decade of its Snapshot Wisconsin program, which has now amassed 100 million photos.
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Wisconsin DNR invites public for invasive species search on Aug. 9
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and UW-Madison Division of Extension are inviting the public to join Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
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Wisconsin DNR promotes inclusive recreational options statewide
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding the public about the variety of universal recreation options available in the state's parks, forests, and recreation areas.
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Wisconsin's spring waterfowl survey shows stable bird populations
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released data from its annual spring survey of breeding waterfowl.
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DNR releases fall 2025 hunting and trapping forecasts for Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released its 2025 fall forecast series, which outlines the hunting and trapping outlook for various popular game species in the state.
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DNR seeks public input on Peninsula State Park trailhead shelter proposal
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting public feedback on a proposed change to the Northern Lake Michigan Coastal Regional Master Plan.
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DNR proposes incidental take permit for La Crosse County frog conservation
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is planning to issue a permit for the "incidental taking" of a rare frog species due to the Xcel Energy W3444 Structure Replacement project in La Crosse County.
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Wisconsin DNR opens applications for Hunter R3 Grant Program
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) Grant Program.
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Wisconsin DNR releases comprehensive fish stocking data for inland waters and Great Lakes
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released the fish stocking numbers for 2024, detailing the efforts to enhance fish populations in both inland waterbodies and the Great Lakes.