Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Press Release

DNR Seeking Public Comment on State Park System Strategic Plan Update

 

By - Jun 23rd, 2026 01:01 pm

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on an update to the Wisconsin State Park System’s Strategic Plan.

The Wisconsin State Park System contains 126 unique properties offering a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.

The updated plan will summarize the system’s existing conditions, analyze conditions to identify issues and opportunities, and develop a strategy and direction for the system. This strategy and direction will serve to address potential issues and take advantage of opportunities over a 10-year period. Additional information on the plan and update process can be found on the Strategic Plan webpage.

The public is encouraged to provide comments that will assist in the development of the updated plan by completing an online survey. If any member of the public needs the survey provided in a different format, please contact the following DNR staff for further information:

Wade Thompson, Project Lead
Wade.Thompson@wisconsin.gov or 608-419-1949

The DNR will accept public comments via the survey until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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