DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Elkhorn Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 22nd, 2024
Help Fight Food Insecurity In Wisconsin, Participate In The DNR’s Deer Donation Program
Nov 21st, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment On The Draft Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
Written Comments Accepted Through Dec. 15
Nov 20th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Germantown Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 20th, 2024
Find Your Adventure: Wisconsin’s Gun Deer Season Begins Saturday, Nov. 23
Nov 19th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Campbell Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 18th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To The City Of Baraboo
Funds Will Support The Assessment Of Environmental Conditions
Nov 18th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Browntown Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 15th, 2024
DNR Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award Winners On America Recycles Day
Nov 15th, 2024
DNR Announces Permitting Decisions For Proposed Enbridge Line 5 Relocation
Nov 14th, 2024
Crossroads At Big Creek Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land
Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Sturgeon Bay
Nov 14th, 2024
Village Of Mukwonago Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land
Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In Village Of Mukwonago
Nov 14th, 2024
City Of Platteville Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land
Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Platteville
Nov 14th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Antigo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 13th, 2024
DNR Invites Wisconsin Libraries To Join ‘Check Out Wisconsin State Parks’ Program
Nov 12th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Cumberland Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 12th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance To Add Facilities To Newport State Park Day-Use Area
Public Comment Period Open Through Nov. 25
Nov 11th, 2024
DNR To Lift Special Order Requiring Burn Permits In 13 Counties Starting Nov. 9
Nov 8th, 2024
DNR To Host Four Open Houses On Proposed Changes To Wisconsin’s Deer Management Units
Nov 1st, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Village Of Campbellsport
Funds Will Support Assessment Of Contamination
Oct 31st, 2024
Deansville And Badfish Creek Wildlife Areas Partially Closed For Wetland Restoration Projects
Oct 31st, 2024
Grants From Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund Will Help Support Habitat Projects In Calumet, Dane, Florence, Sauk And Vilas Counties
Hunters Can Donate While Purchasing Licenses
Oct 29th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To The City Of Wisconsin Rapids
Funding Will Support Site Assessment Activities
Oct 25th, 2024
DNR, WisDOT Partner To Add 420 Acres Of Restored Habitat To Turtle Valley Wildlife Area
Oct 24th, 2024
DNR To Host Public Meetings On Smallmouth Bass Management In Green Bay And Northern Lake Michigan
Oct 24th, 2024
Don’t Spark A Wildfire: Exercise Caution While Towing Or Using Outdoor Equipment
Oct 24th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Fond Du Lac Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Oct 15th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Green Tier Application For Fincantieri ACE Marine
Oct 15th, 2024
DNR Issues Special Fire Order Due To Ongoing Drought
DNR Reinstates Burning Permits Beginning Oct. 15 In 13 Wisconsin Counties
Oct 14th, 2024
Celebrate Wisconsin Forest Products With The DNR
National Forest Products Week Is Oct. 20-26
Oct 11th, 2024
UPDATE: 6.5-Acre Wildfire At Roche-A-Cri State Park 100% Contained, Hiking To Resume
Update: As of 1 p.m. on Oct. 11, 2024, the Stairway Fire at Roche-A-Cri has been 100% contained, and the park is once again open to hiking. However, the stairway and Mound Trail remain closed. The original release, sent Monday, Oct. 7, is below for reference.
Oct 11th, 2024
DNR Confirms Cases Of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease In Chippewa, Jackson And Waukesha Counties
Oct 8th, 2024
DNR To Host Free Learning Sessions For Local Governments On Redevelopment
Assistance Available For Reuse Of Brownfield Properties
Oct 8th, 2024
DNR Suppressing 6.5-Acre Wildfire At Roche-A-Cri State Park In Adams County
Oct 7th, 2024
DNR Announces Recipients Of Wisconsin Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grants
Oct 4th, 2024
DNR Asks Hunters Near Town Of Stella To Donate Deer Tissue Samples For PFAS Testing
Oct 3rd, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Kenosha Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Oct 3rd, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Cedarburg Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Oct 2nd, 2024
Wisconsin To Experience Increasing Fire Danger This Week
Check Fire Danger Before Burning
Sep 30th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Appleton Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Sep 30th, 2024
DNR Report Highlights Volunteer Contributions At State Natural Areas In 2023
Sep 25th, 2024
Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Shares Recommendations For Chapter NR 40 Revisions
Sep 20th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Watertown Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Sep 19th, 2024
Archery And Crossbow Deer Hunting Seasons Open Sept. 14
Hunt Smart And Safe This Deer Season
Sep 11th, 2024
Mecan River Fishery Area Chicago Road Access Point Closed For Maintenance Sept. 4-13
Sep 3rd, 2024
Groundwater Coordinating Council Releases 2024 Report To The Legislature
Groundwater Standards, Nitrate And PFAS Remain Key Focuses, Alongside New Recommendation For Water-Stressed Regions
Sep 3rd, 2024
DNR Announces New Online Tool For Analyzing Water Quality On Lakes And Streams
Aug 20th, 2024
DNR Accepting Pre-Applications For 2025 Surface Water Grants
Funds Will Help Protect And Improve Surface Water
Aug 19th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Milwaukee County
Funds Will Support The Assessment Of Contamination
Aug 15th, 2024
DNR Announces Partnership With University Of Wisconsin Schools For Greensnake Surveys
Aug 14th, 2024
DNR Announces New Grant Program To Help Small Public Water Systems Provide Safer Water
Aug 2nd, 2024
DNR To Host Public Meeting On Habitat Improvements Planned For Havenwoods State Forest
The public meeting will discuss planned habitat improvements for Havenwoods State Forest in Milwaukee.
Aug 2nd, 2024
Rice Lake High School Student Wins 2025 Wisconsin State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker Design Contest
Jul 31st, 2024
Eligible Hunters – Sign Up For Fall Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities
Deadline To Apply Is Sept. 15
Jul 30th, 2024
DNR Offering $25 Rebate On Endangered Resources License Plates
Sales Support Wisconsin’s Native Species In Need
Jul 25th, 2024
RDNR Accepting Artwork For The 2025 Turkey, Pheasant And Waterfowl Stamp Contest
The DNR is still accepting artwork entries for the 2025 Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp design contests.
Jul 24th, 2024
Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing Application Deadline Is Aug. 1
Applications for 2025 Upriver Lakes sturgeon spearing license are due by Aug. 1.
Jul 23rd, 2024
DNR Announces Drawdown Of Bakken’s Pond In Lower Wisconsin State Riverway
Jul 2nd, 2024
DNR: Do Not Illegally Harvest Cicadas
Removing Insects From State Park Properties Is Against The Law
Jun 23rd, 2024
DNR’s Inflation Reduction Act Grant Application Period Now Closed; Recipients To Be Announced In July
Jun 19th, 2024
Help Butterflies, Bees And Other Pollinators During Pollinator Week
Celebrate Wisconsin’s Native Pollinators By Creating Habitat And Volunteering
Jun 17th, 2024
DNR To Host Public Meeting On Walleye Rehabilitation Effort In Oneida County
May 28th, 2024
DNR Reports Storm Damage At State Park Properties
Watch Out For Downed Power Lines And Storm Debris
May 23rd, 2024
DNR Monitoring Manure Spill Near Village Of Norwalk, Monroe County
Moore Creek Impacted
May 21st, 2024
Buy Your State Park, Trail Passes Online To Save Time
Avoid Long Lines By Getting Your Vehicle Sticker And Trail Pass Before You Arrive
May 21st, 2024
Find Your Next Outdoor Adventure In Wisconsin During Free Fun Weekend, June 1-2
State Park Admissions, Fishing Licenses And Trail Passes Waived
May 17th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Grand Chute Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 17th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Racine Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 9th, 2024
Natural Resources Board Approves Minocqua Walleye Emergency Rule
New Regulation Goes Into Effect May 7
May 6th, 2024
DNR Responds To EPA’s Designation Of PFOA And PFOS As Hazardous Substances
Apr 19th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Luck Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 18th, 2024
Volunteer With The DNR To Protect And Enhance Wisconsin’s Natural Resources
Apr 18th, 2024
DNR To Conduct Aerial Spraying For Spongy Moth Caterpillars At Six Properties
Apr 17th, 2024
State Building Commission Approves Grants For 29 Improvement Projects At DNR Properties
Apr 17th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Williams Bay Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 15th, 2024
DNR Recruiting 2025 Class Of State Conservation Wardens
Applications Due May 7
Apr 12th, 2024
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Waushara County
Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed, Public Meeting To Be Scheduled
Apr 11th, 2024
DNR, DHS Respond To EPA’s Announcement Of Maximum Contaminant Levels For PFAS In Drinking Water
Apr 10th, 2024
Volunteer With The DNR To Protect And Enhance Wisconsin’s Natural Resources
Apr 8th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Kenosha Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 8th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Oconomowoc Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 5th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Appleton Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 4th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To The City Of Wausau
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment
Apr 4th, 2024
Previously Undetected Parasite Discovered In Wild Wisconsin Trout
Anglers, Please Clean Your Gear
Apr 3rd, 2024
Prescribed Fire Operations Active Today, March 28 At Governor Nelson State Park
Mar 28th, 2024
Wisconsin DNR And Conservation Congress To Host Spring Hearings
Learn About Local Resource Management
Mar 25th, 2024
Investigation Underway Into Death At Devil’s Lake State Park
No Threat To The Public
Mar 18th, 2024
DNR Urban Forestry Program Announces Second Round Of 2024 Grant Recipients
Mar 13th, 2024
Elevated Fire Danger Statewide March 12-13
Please Avoid Burning Until Conditions Improve
Mar 12th, 2024
New DNR Fishing Tournament Registration Requirement Takes Effect April 1
Mar 11th, 2024
Groundwater Awareness Week Is March 10-16
DNR Highlights Importance Of Protecting Groundwater
Mar 11th, 2024
2024 Ojibwe Spring Fishing Season Starting Soon
Wisconsinites Reminded Of Protected Tribal Right To Fish
Mar 8th, 2024
DNR Seeking Applications For Urban Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grants
Submit Applications By June 3
Mar 8th, 2024
Wisconsin Residents – There’s an Easier Way to Apply for the Lottery and Gaming Credit
Mar 6th, 2024
DNR Seeking Volunteers For Stream Monitoring In Central And Northeastern Wisconsin
Mar 4th, 2024
New Fishing Regulations For St. Croix And Fox-Illinois Rivers Effective March 1
Feb 29th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Updated Peninsula State Park Eagle Tower Parking Variance
Submit Comments Through March 29
Feb 27th, 2024
Wisconsin Experiencing High Fire Danger Statewide
Please Avoid Burning Until Conditions Improve
Feb 26th, 2024
Run For The Trees And Support Forest Health In Wisconsin State Parks
Sign Up For Bob Ross’ Happy Little 5K
Feb 26th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Weyauwega Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Feb 21st, 2024
DNR Shares Annual Report Summarizing How Runoff Management Grant Dollars Are Allocated
Feb 21st, 2024
DNR Approves Master Plan Variance To Expand Barrens Habitat At Brule River State Forest
Feb 20th, 2024
DNR Awards $6 Million In Grants To Help Restore And Protect Wisconsin’s Surface Water
Feb 15th, 2024
Tornado Debris Blocking Yahara River
Paddlers Encouraged To Avoid The Area
Feb 11th, 2024
Learn About Green Bay Northern Pike And Yellow Perch Management On Feb. 12
Feb 8th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Juneau Count
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment
Feb 8th, 2024
Comment Period For Master Plan Variance For Peninsula State Park Will Reopen
Current Public Comment Period To Close Feb. 8, Revised Variance To Come
Feb 7th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Portage County
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment
Feb 5th, 2024
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Village Of Clinton
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment
Feb 1st, 2024
DNR To Hold Public Hearing On Fish Refuge Establishment Rules
Feb. 5 Hearing For Milwaukee, Outagamie And Waupaca Counties
Jan 31st, 2024
Bald Eagle Watching Days Take Flight Feb. 10 In Sauk Prairie
All Events Are Free And Open To The Public
Jan 30th, 2024
DNR Urban Forestry Program Announces New Inflation Reduction Act Grants Program
Jan 29th, 2024
DNR To Co-Host Free Kids’ Ice Fishing Clinics In Milwaukee County
Ice fishing instruction will be provided by Milwaukee area fishing club members
Jan 25th, 2024
Learn About Angling Opportunities In Florence And Forest Counties On Jan. 29
Learn about game fish management in Florence and Forest Counties fisheries from DNR staff
Jan 25th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Two Master Plan Variances For Peninsula State Park
Submit Comments Through Feb. 8
Jan 24th, 2024
Wisconsinites Invited To Participate In Wisconsin Conservation Congress Resolution Process
Jan 23rd, 2024
DNR Approves New Parking Lot, Does Not Approve Expanded Equestrian Use At Newport State Park
Jan 12th, 2024
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance To Provide Snowmobile Parking Along Military Ridge State Trail
Submit Comments Through Jan. 29
Jan 8th, 2024
Buckhorn State Park Receives Adaptive Wheelchair To Expand Access To The Outdoors
Dec 27th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Port Washington Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Dec 19th, 2023
New PFAS And Manganese Grant Program For Small Public Water Systems To Open In January 2024
Dec 18th, 2023
DNR Seeking Nominations For 2023 Hunter And Archery Education Awards
Deadline To Submit Nominations Is Feb. 15
Dec 18th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Montreal Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Dec 14th, 2023
EPA Approves Total Maximum Daily Load Study For Northeast Lakeshore Of Wisconsin
Dec 5th, 2023
Invasive Species Council Announces Nominations Open For 20th Annual Invader Crusader Awards
Individuals And Groups Honored For Work To Control Invasive Species
Dec 1st, 2023
Practice Ice Safety On All Waterbodies This Winter
Changing Temps Make Ice Unpredictable
Nov 30th, 2023
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Jackson County
Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed, Public Meeting To Be Scheduled
Nov 30th, 2023
DNR Offers Free Tree Seedlings To Wisconsin Fourth Graders Ahead Of Arbor Day 2024
Nov 29th, 2023
2024 Keep Wildlife Wild Poster Contest Now Open
Submit Poster Designs By Feb. 16, 2024
Nov 27th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Interim Forest Management Plan For Spruce Grouse Swamp State Natural Area
Nov 27th, 2023
Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine Announces Five Issues For $5 Holiday Sale
Take Advantage Of Special Pricing Through Jan. 2, 2024
Nov 24th, 2023
DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Cuba City
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment
Nov 22nd, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Elkhorn Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 17th, 2023
Make It Back To Deer Camp Safely
Wear A Helmet And Seatbelt When Operating ATV/UTVs
Nov 10th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Updated Natural Resources Administrative Rules
Nov 9th, 2023
Hunters Encouraged To Participate In The DNR’s Deer Donation Program
Donations Help Wisconsinites In Need
Nov 6th, 2023
Special Fire Order For Burn Permits Lifted
DNR Removes Burning Permit Requirement In 12 Southern Wisconsin Counties
Nov 2nd, 2023
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Trempealeau County
Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed
Nov 1st, 2023
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Polk County
Baiting And Feeding Ban To Begin In December, Public Meeting Set
Nov 1st, 2023
Natural Resources Board Approves 2023 Wolf Management Plan And Rule
Administrative Rule Goes To Governor Evers
Oct 25th, 2023
DNR’s Green Tier Initiative Builds Local Partnerships, Healthier Environments
Oct 19th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Monticello Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Oct 9th, 2023
New Baiting And Feeding Bans For Washburn, Barron, Rusk And Sawyer Counties Effective Oct. 5
Sep 26th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Viroqua Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Sep 26th, 2023
Discover Public Land To Hunt This Season Using The DNR’s Online Mapping Tools
Sep 22nd, 2023
DNR To Host Outdoor Wheelchair Celebration
Celebrate Accessibility With New Outdoor Wheelchair Program
Sep 19th, 2023
Special Fire Order Issued Due To Ongoing Drought
DNR Reinstates Burning Permits Beginning Sept. 18 In 12 Southern Wisconsin Counties
Sep 15th, 2023
City Of Waukesha To Begin Diverting And Returning Lake Michigan Water Under DNR Diversion Approval
Sep 5th, 2023
DNR Acquires Over 1,800 Acres For Future Wildlife Habitat And Recreation In Jefferson County
Sep 5th, 2023
Warning: Elevated Fire Danger Across Southern And Central Wisconsin Forecasted
Be Extra Careful This Holiday Weekend
Sep 1st, 2023
Join Us At The Great Lakes Areas Of Concern Conference In Green Bay Sept. 12-14
Regional Leaders Gather To Advance Great Lakes Restoration
Aug 28th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Colby Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Aug 25th, 2023
DNR Announces Four New Partnerships To Promote Hunting, Trapping And Shooting Sports
Aug 23rd, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Proposed Wolf Management Rule
Public Hearing On Sept. 12
Aug 17th, 2023
DNR, Sauk County Officials Confirm Aug. 15 Death At Devil’s Lake State Park Due To Accidental Fall
Aug 17th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance To Add ATV/UTV Routes To Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest
Submit Comments Through Aug. 30
Aug 16th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance To Expand Equestrian Trail Opportunities At Newport State Park
Submit Comments Through Sept. 16
Aug 16th, 2023
DNR, Sauk County Officials Investigating Death At Devil’s Lake State Park
 
Aug 15th, 2023
Response To PFAS Contamination Ongoing With Town Of Stella And Multiple State Agencies
Aug 15th, 2023
2023 Draft Wolf Management Plan Is Now Available
Plan Will Be Presented To NRB In October
Aug 1st, 2023
DNR Releases Annual Drinking Water Report
Department, Partners Tackle Safe Drinking Water Challenges
Jul 28th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Washburn Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Jul 24th, 2023
Help Search Wisconsin’s Waters For Invasive Species
Join Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day Aug. 19
Jul 19th, 2023
Sinkhole Detected On Hank Aaron State Trail
Trail Closed From 76th St. To 89th St.
Jul 14th, 2023
DNR Issues Statewide Air Quality Advisory Due To Canadian Wildfire Smoke
Advisory In Effect Noon Friday Through Noon Sunday
Jul 14th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Waterloo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Jul 12th, 2023
UPDATE: DNR Suppressing 400-Acre Wildfire In Waushara County
Pallet Fire Is 99% Contained
Jul 10th, 2023
UPDATE: DNR Responding To 500-Acre Wildfire In Waushara County
Pallet Fire Growing, Now North Of Highway 21
Jul 10th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Town Of Wiota Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
The project includes the replacement of of Well #1 with Well #3, well testing, adding a well house building, piping, controls, water main hook-ups and all associated components.
Jul 5th, 2023
Celebrate A Fireworks-Free Fourth Of July
Fireworks Prohibited In Wisconsin's State Park Properties
Jun 30th, 2023
Multi-Day Air Quality Advisory Issued
Most Significant Impact This Season Across All Of Wisconsin
Jun 27th, 2023
Hank Aaron State Trail To Close During Wisconsin State Fair
Alternate Route Available
Jun 27th, 2023
Boaters: Be Aware Of Increased Law Enforcement On Wisconsin Waters
Operation Dry Water Is July 1–3
Jun 23rd, 2023
DNR Recommends Wisconsinites Limit Time Outside Due To Canadian Wildfire Smoke
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Jun 15th, 2023
Damaged Trees To Be Removed From Forest Exploration Center Site In Milwaukee County
Property To Be Closed During Timber Harvest
Jun 8th, 2023
DNR To Host Public Meeting On Proposed New Total Allowable Catch Numbers For Lake Michigan Lake Whitefish
Jun 5th, 2023
DNR And Legislative Trails Council Seeking Public Comment On Updated Trails Network Plan
Submit Comments Through Aug. 7
Jun 5th, 2023
Find Your Adventure During Free Fun Weekend June 3-4
State Park Admissions, Fishing Licenses And Trail Passes Waived
May 30th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of The Village Of Wonewoc Clean Water Fund Program Project
May 24th, 2023
Help Protect Turtles During Wild Turtle Week
Build A Nest Cage, Report Road Crossings And Keep Wild Turtles Wild
May 22nd, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of The City Of Omro Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 19th, 2023
Peninsula State Park Selected As A 2023 Leave No Trace Spotlight
One Of 20 Sites Nationwide
May 18th, 2023
Critical Fire Weather Across Northern Wisconsin
Fire Weather Watch In Effect
May 15th, 2023
New PFAS Fish Consumption Advisory For Green Bay And Associated Tributaries
Elevated Levels Of PFAS Found In Rainbow Smelt
May 4th, 2023
New Toolkit Available To Help Local Leaders Address PFAS Contamination In Drinking Water
May 2nd, 2023
The DNR Celebrates Air Quality Improvements, Accomplishments During Clean Air Month
May 1st, 2023
DNR Asks Public To Help Count And Track Declining Chimney Swifts In Wisconsin
Chimney Swift Counts Help Identify Critical Roosting Sites For The Species
Apr 28th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities
In-Person Listening Sessions May 3, 2023
Apr 19th, 2023
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Winnebago County
Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed, Public Meeting Set
Apr 17th, 2023
UPDATE: Containment Increases And Evacuations Lifted For Arcadia Wildfire
Apr 14th, 2023
Extreme Fire Danger Continues For Thursday, April 13
Red Flag Warnings Issued For The Southern Two-Thirds Of Wisconsin
Apr 13th, 2023
Very High Fire Danger Across Southern Half Of Wisconsin
Take Extra Precautions This Week
Apr 10th, 2023
Explore Wisconsin’s Natural Wonders With Natural Resource Foundation Field Trips
Apr 10th, 2023
Public Comments On Proposed Wolf Management Plan Are Now Available Online
Apr 7th, 2023
DNR Invites Public To Work Play Earth Day Events
Volunteer And Recreate In Wisconsin State Parks This Month
Apr 7th, 2023
DNR Recruiting 2024 Class Of State Conservation Wardens
Join The Team Protecting Wisconsin's Natural Resources And The People Who Depend On Them
Apr 5th, 2023
Water Quality Trading Clearinghouse Contract Established In Wisconsin
First Market-Based Effort In America
Mar 29th, 2023
DNR Now Accepting Entries For 2024 State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker Contest
Design Contest Open To High School Students Across Wisconsin
Mar 29th, 2023
DNR Secretary Appoints Steven Little Deputy Secretary; Mark Aquino Assistant Deputy Secretary
Mar 24th, 2023
DNR To Host Public Meeting On Using Dredged Material At The Demolition Landfill Solutions, LLC Landfill
Mar 16th, 2023
DNR Accepting Entries For Air, Air, Everywhere Poetry Contest
Poetry Contest Is Open To Students In Grades 3-5
Mar 14th, 2023
DNR Encourages Property Owners To Make Spongy Moth Treatment Plans Early
Pest Outbreak Likely To Continue And Spread
Mar 13th, 2023
Littering Leads DNR, Partner Agencies To Case With Multiple Charges
Privileges Revoked, Restitution Ordered
Mar 13th, 2023
Eight Applicants Receive DNR Urban Forestry Grants In Second Round Of Funding
Mar 13th, 2023
Wisconsin Conservation Congress and DNR To Host Open Houses In All 72 Counties
Learn About Local Resource Management
Mar 9th, 2023
Defendant Sentenced In Wisconsin Electronics Recycling Federal Fraud Case
Feb 24th, 2023
Last Call For Comments: DNR Seeking Input On Proposed Wolf Management Plan Through Feb. 28
Feb 24th, 2023
DNR To Host Public Meetings For Proposed Fall Migratory Game Bird Hunting Seasons
Feb 23rd, 2023
DNR To Host Listening Session For Proposed Annual Glacial Lake Grantsburg Water Management Plan
Management Plan Aimed To Enhance Wildlife Habitat At Crex Meadows Wildlife Area, Fish Lake And Amsterdam Sloughs
Feb 22nd, 2023
DNR Natural Resources Board Honor Awarded To John Pohlman
Rebecca Wallace Memorial Award Honors Excellence In Environmental Work
Feb 22nd, 2023
Columbia County Handgun Range To Close Temporarily for Safety Adjustments
Feb 21st, 2023
DNR Awards $6.5 Million In Grants To Help Restore And Protect Wisconsin’s Surface Water
Feb 17th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Proposed Green Tier Contract With Northern Engraving Corporation
Comments Accepted Until March 20, 2023
Feb 17th, 2023
DNR Confirms CWD In Two Additional Wild Deer Harvested In Marathon County
Baiting And Feeding Ban Renewed
Feb 15th, 2023
Wisconsinites Invited To Participate In WI Conservation Congress Resolution Process
Feb 14th, 2023
Incidental Take Notice For Door County
Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not put the species' overall population at risk.
Feb 9th, 2023
DNR Urges Sober Riding As Snowmobile Fatality Numbers Climb
The DNR reports nine snowmobile fatalities so far in 2023 and urges all snowmobile operators to Sled Safe and Sled Smart.
Feb 8th, 2023
2023 Sturgeon Spearing Season Opens Feb. 11
Season Forecast Now Available
Feb 7th, 2023
DNR Confirms First CWD Detection In Wild Deer Harvested In Waupaca County
Baiting And Feeding Ban Renewed, Public Meeting Set
Jan 26th, 2023
Multiple State Agencies Responding To PFAS Contamination In Town Of Stella
Jan 19th, 2023
New PFAS Fish Consumption Advisory Issued For Lake Wausau And Stevens Point Flowage
Elevated Levels of PFAS Found In Several Fish Species
Jan 18th, 2023
Fish Consumption Advisory Updated For Parts Of Yahara Chain In Dane County
White Bass Added To Existing Fish Consumption Advisory
Jan 18th, 2023
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Crandon Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Jan 13th, 2023
DNR Requesting Public Feedback On Potawatomi Tower Design Plans
Survey Available Through Feb. 13
Jan 13th, 2023
DNR Seeks Comments On Updated Surface Water Assessment Guidance
Public Comment Period Runs From Jan. 12 To Feb. 24, 2023
Jan 12th, 2023
Applications For Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Funding Now Open
Jan 6th, 2023
Grants From Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund Will Help Improve Public Lands In Juneau And Pierce Counties
Jan 6th, 2023
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer Harvested In Buffalo County
Baiting And Feeding Ban Renewed, DNR And Buffalo County Deer Advisory Council To Host Public Meeting
Dec 29th, 2022
Certificate Of Completion Of Reclamation Issued To Flambeau Mining Company
Dec 20th, 2022
DNR Conservation Biologist Receives National Lifetime Achievement Award
Conservation Biologist Thomas Meyer Recognized With George B. Fell Lifetime Achievement Award
Dec 15th, 2022
Proposed Revision To The No And Low Impact Broad Incidental Take Permit And Authorization
Dec 15th, 2022
Public Review And Comment Period For Proposed Wolf Management Plan Extended
Comment Period Extended Through Feb. 28
Dec 13th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Menasha Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Dec 12th, 2022
DNR Confirms CWD In Second Wild Deer Harvested In Shawano County
Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed For Shawano, Waupaca And Marathon Counties
Dec 9th, 2022
DNR Seeks Tips From The Public On Illegal Elk Shootings In Jackson County
Dec 9th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Kaukauna Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 16th, 2022
Proposed 2022 Wolf Management Plan Available Now
Public Comment Period Nov. 10, 2022-Jan. 10, 2023
Nov 10th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For The Western Coulees And Ridges Regional Master Plan
Initial Comment Period Open Through Dec. 23, 2022
Nov 4th, 2022
DNR Crayfish Case Nets First Criminal Convictions Under Wis. Invasive Species Law
Oct 31st, 2022
DNR Releases 2022 Air Quality Trends Report
Success In Some Areas, Challenges In Others
Oct 11th, 2022
2022 Sustainability And Business Support Report Released
Report Highlights Resilience Of Wisconsin Businesses And Communities
Oct 10th, 2022
Town Of Washington Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land
Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In Town Of Washington
Oct 7th, 2022
Sugar River State Trail Celebrates 50 Years
Anniversary Celebration Oct. 14
Oct 7th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities
In-Person Listening Session Oct. 26
Oct 5th, 2022
City Of Baraboo Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land
Grant Requested For Stewardship Project In City Of Baraboo
Oct 3rd, 2022
DNR, WHEDA Host Home And Habitat Fest At Havenwoods State Forest
Event Unites Housing And Natural Resources
Sep 28th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Antigo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Sep 26th, 2022
DNR Releases 2021 Public Safety And Resource Protection Annual Report
Hunters Education, Recreational Vehicle Reports Also Released
Sep 23rd, 2022
Federal Grant To Fund New Lapham Lodge At Kettle Moraine State Forest
Grant Accelerates Construction
Sep 22nd, 2022
DNR Seeking Hunter Education Volunteer Instructors
Although Wisconsin’s hunting season has already begun, any time is a great time to become a certified hunter education volunteer instructor.
Sep 9th, 2022
DNR To Host Brownfields Panel Discussions On Sept. 15
Panelists will highlight new community revitalization opportunities available through a historic influx of federal infrastructure brownfields funding.
Sep 6th, 2022
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To Village Of Campbellsport
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment; Promotes Future Development
Aug 22nd, 2022
National Park Service Awards $290,000 To Lizard Mound State Park For Site Enhancements
Aug 19th, 2022
Groundwater Coordinating Council Releases Annual Report
Groundwater Standards, Nitrates And PFAS Top List Of Groundwater Improvement Recommendations In Annual Report To Wisconsin’s Legislature
Aug 17th, 2022
DNR Releases Annual Drinking Water Report
Agency, Partners Tackle Safe Drinking Water Challenges
Aug 1st, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Racine Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Jul 18th, 2022
Fox River And Bay Of Green Bay Fish Die Off Reported; DNR Seeking Help From Public
Known Impacted Species Include Channel Catfish, Carp And Sheepshead
Jun 28th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Village of Arena Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Jun 27th, 2022
DNR Urban Forestry Interns From Southern University Start Summer Experience In Milwaukee
Jun 13th, 2022
Wisconsin NRB Meeting June 22
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. June 15
Jun 8th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comments On Flambeau Mining Company Petition For Issuance Of Final Certificate of Completion Of Reclamation For Its Reclaimed Mining Site In Rusk County
DNR To Host Public Hearing at 4 p.m. July 6, 2022
Jun 6th, 2022
DNR Concludes Multi-State Probe Into Fish Poaching
Wisconsin DNR Partnered With Michigan And Illinois Departments In Investigation
Jun 6th, 2022
Wisconsin NRB Meeting May 25
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. May 18
May 13th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Omro Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 11th, 2022
Elroy-Sparta State Trail Reopening Soon
Official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Scheduled For May 14
May 4th, 2022
May Is Clean Air Month
DNR Celebrates Air Quality Improvements, Accomplishments And Public Outreach
May 2nd, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Elkhorn Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 22nd, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Boscobel Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 18th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Beloit Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Apr 13th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities
Virtual Listening Sessions Taking Place April 20
Apr 13th, 2022
DNR Survey Finds More Households Recycling Or Reusing Unwanted Electronics
Apr 11th, 2022
DNR Providing $85,000 In Grants To Rural Counties For Recycling Electronics
Now Accepting Applications Through April 29
Apr 8th, 2022
Work Play Earth Day Returns For 2022
Help Protect The Planet; Volunteer And Recreate At Wisconsin State Parks
Apr 6th, 2022
U.S. Department Of The Interior Seeking Public Comment On Replacement Names For Derogatory Names Of Geographic Features
28 Geographic Features in Wisconsin Have Derogatory Names
Apr 5th, 2022
DNR Adds New Property In Washington County
Lizard Mound Ownership Transferred Back To DNR
Apr 4th, 2022
Ice Age National Scenic Trail’s Eastern Terminus To Be Relocated
The Boulder Will Return To Its Original Location In Potawatomi State Park
Apr 4th, 2022
Wisconsin NRB Meeting April 13
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. April 6
Apr 1st, 2022
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Strain Confirmed In Wisconsin’s Wild Bird Populations
Mar 31st, 2022
DNR Issues Permit Modification For Kinnard Farms
CAFO Now Required To Conduct Groundwater Monitoring Of Farm Fields
Mar 28th, 2022
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To City Of Manitowoc
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment; Future Development Planned
Mar 28th, 2022
Platteville Wholesale Fish Dealer Convicted In Wisconsin’s First-Ever Invasive Carp Case
Public Tip Started DNR Warden Investigation In 2018
Mar 10th, 2022
DNR Now Accepting Entries For 2023 State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker Contest
Design Contest Is Open To High School Students Across Wisconsin
Mar 7th, 2022
DNR Approves Village Of Somers Diversion Application
Water In Diversion Area Will Be Returned To Lake Michigan
Feb 24th, 2022
DNR Announces Additional Funding Now Available For Communities Impacted By Storm Damage
Feb 17th, 2022
DNR To Refund $10 Application Fee For 2021 Fall Wolf Harvest Permit Or Preference Point
Feb 17th, 2022
DNR Now Accepting Applications For 2023 Class Of State Conservation Wardens
Application Deadline March 6, 2022
Feb 15th, 2022
Wisconsin Initiative On Climate Change Impacts Releases Climate Assessment Report
Feb 10th, 2022
Wisconsin NRB Meeting Feb. 23
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. Feb. 16
Feb 10th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Interim Forest Management Plan For Wildcat Mountain State Park
Feb 7th, 2022
DNR Recruiting 2023 Class Of State Conservation Wardens
Join The Team Protecting Wisconsin’s Natural Resources And The People Who Depend On Them
Feb 4th, 2022
Help Protect Wisconsin’s Endangered Resources This Tax Season
Make A Donation On Your State Tax Form
Jan 26th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Osseo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Jan 26th, 2022
DNR Angler Recruitment Grants Now Available
Deadline To Apply Is Tuesday, Feb. 15
Jan 24th, 2022
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To Monroe County
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment Of Two Former Railroad Properties In City Of Sparta
Jan 24th, 2022
Reduce Salt Use This Winter
Salt Pollution Impacts Freshwater, Health And Infrastructure
Jan 21st, 2022
Wisconsin NRB Meeting Jan. 26
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. Jan. 19
Jan 13th, 2022
EPA Recognizes Air Quality In Rhinelander; Entire State Now Meets Latest Sulfur Dioxide Air Quality Standard
Jan 12th, 2022
2021 Wisconsin Elk Hunting Season Ends With Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience For Four Hunters
Jan 12th, 2022
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Greater Prairie-Chicken Management Plan; Virtual Open House Jan. 18
Deadline For Public Comments Is Feb. 18, 2022
Jan 12th, 2022
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer Harvested In Monroe County
Baiting And Feeding Bans Renewed For Monroe County
Jan 11th, 2022
Celebrate The New Year With A First Day Hike
OutWiGo To Wisconsin State Parks Jan. 1
Dec 29th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Input On Draft Environmental Impact Statement For Proposed Enbridge Pipeline Relocation
Dec 16th, 2021
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To City Of Beaver Dam
Funds Will Support Contamination Assessment; Future Development Planned
Nov 26th, 2021
Wisconsin NRB Meeting Dec. 8
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. Dec. 1
Nov 24th, 2021
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To City Of Altoona
Funds To Support Environmental Assessment Of Former Auto Shop And Electrical Transformer Housing Facility
Nov 18th, 2021
AG Kaul Announces Lawsuit Alleging Milwaukee Landlord Joe Berrada Violated Wisconsin Landlord-Tenant Law
November 16, 2021
Nov 16th, 2021
DNR Offers Free Tree Seedlings To Wisconsin Fourth Graders Ahead Of Arbor Day 2022
Nov 10th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Osseo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Nov 10th, 2021
Groundswell Conservancy, Village Of Black Earth Seeks Urban Green Space Grant For Land Acquisition
Nov 9th, 2021
DNR Completes Fish Stocking In Forestville Flowage
Partners With U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service National Fish Hatchery To Reestablish Fish Populations
Oct 29th, 2021
DNR Confirms CWD Detected In Fond Du Lac County
Baiting And Feeding Ban Renewed In Fond Du Lac And Winnebago Counties
Oct 29th, 2021
State Agencies To Host Virtual Listening Sessions For Wisconsin Environmental Equity Dashboard
Community Listening Sessions To Be Held Nov. 2, 4 And 6
Oct 28th, 2021
DNR Working With Multiple Agencies To Remove Invasive Carp From Mississippi River Oct. 25-29
Oct 26th, 2021
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To Village Of Johnson Creek
Funds To Support Environmental Assessment of Former Dry Cleaner Property
Oct 25th, 2021
DNR Seeks Public Comments On Green Tier Application For Brady Corporation Good Hope Road Facility
Oct 25th, 2021
DNR Invites The Public To A Day Of Discovery
Proudly Sponsoring The Science By The River Event On Oct. 23
Oct 22nd, 2021
DNR To Host Virtual Public Meeting On Special Well Casing Depth Area & TCE Contamination Oct. 27
Oct 22nd, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comments On Proposed Snowmobile Trail Designation Within Flambeau River State Forest
Oct 21st, 2021
DNR Aware Of Elk Reported In Southern Wisconsin
Common For Young Bull Elk To Roam During Breeding Season
Oct 21st, 2021
Slinger High School Student Wins 2022 State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker Contest
Oct 19th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities
Oct 19th, 2021
DNR’s Go Wild License And Registration System Recognized For Digital Excellence
Oct 15th, 2021
Celebrate Wisconsin’s Working Forests During Forest Products Week Oct. 17 – 23
Oct 15th, 2021
Wisconsin NRB Meeting Oct. 27
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. Oct. 20
Oct 14th, 2021
DNR To Host Virtual Hearing On Village Of Somers Water Diversion Application Nov. 10
Public Comments Accepted Until Nov. 30
Oct 8th, 2021
eDNA From Invasive Carp Identified In Milwaukee River
DNR Conducts River Sampling Week Of Oct. 4
Oct 5th, 2021
DNR Seeks Public Comments On Green Tier Application For Phillips-Medisize, St. Croix Meadows Facility
Oct 5th, 2021
Wisconsin DNR Announces November 2021 Wolf Harvest Quota
Licenses To Go On Sale Oct. 25
Oct 4th, 2021
DNR To Host ‘Protecting The People – Safe Drinking Water For All’ Webinar Oct. 12
Third Webinar In Series Of Panel Discussions About Safe Water For All
Oct 1st, 2021
DNR Confirms Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease In La Crosse County Deer
Disease Can Cause Deer Fatality But Is Not A Threat To Human Health
Sep 28th, 2021
Virtual CWD Response Plan Review Committee Meeting Oct. 1
Public Encouraged To Watch Via DNR’s YouTube Channel
Sep 27th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Markesan Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Sep 22nd, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Kieler SD #1 Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Sep 17th, 2021
DNR To Host ‘Threats On Tap: Marginalized Communities’ Webinar Sept. 15
Second Webinar In Series Of Panel Discussions About Safe Water For All
Sep 10th, 2021
New DNR Waste Characterization Study Reveals Increase In Food Waste And Opportunities For Waste Reduction
Sep 2nd, 2021
Groundwater Coordinating Council Releases Annual Report
Nitrates, PFAS Top List Of Improvement Recommendations
Aug 31st, 2021
What Harvesters And Hunters Should Know To Stay Safe And Protect Vulnerable Wild Rice Beds
Waterfowl hunters and wild rice harvesters both use Wisconsin’s native wild rice beds from late August through September.
Aug 27th, 2021
Ice Age Trail Alliance Seeks Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant For Land Acquisition In Portage County
The DNR will accept public written comments on this proposed grant through Sept. 17, 2021.
Aug 27th, 2021
Incidental Take Notice For Ozaukee County
The public is encouraged to submit written comments regarding project-related impacts to the queensnake by Sept. 24, 2021
Aug 27th, 2021
Incidental Take Notice For Juneau County
Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not put the species' overall population at risk.
Aug 26th, 2021
Annual Drinking Water Report Shows Compliance Despite Pandemic Challenges
Aug 24th, 2021
Clean Boats, Clean Waters Grants Available
New Applicants Must Contact DNR By Sept. 2
Aug 18th, 2021
Collaborative Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Reveals New Discoveries
Aug 13th, 2021
Statement By Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Member Sharon Adams Clarifying Aug. 11 Vote
Aug 13th, 2021
2021 Bonus Antlerless Deer Harvest Authorizations Available For Purchase Aug. 16
Aug 11th, 2021
Invasive European Frogbit Found In Oconto County
First Discovery Of Highly Invasive Plant In Wisconsin
Aug 9th, 2021
DNR Announces Aug. 16 Closure Of Lake Trout Fishing Season In Apostle Islands Region Of Lake Superior
Aug 4th, 2021
2021 Farmland Zone Antlerless Harvest Authorization Selection Now Open
Visit Go Wild To Purchase Licenses, Make Selections
Aug 4th, 2021
The C.A. Lawton Co. Becomes First Green Tier Participant to Receive Special New Air Permit
Jul 30th, 2021
New Zealand Mudsnails Discovered In Two New Southern Wisconsin Streams
Wisconsinites Urged To Help Prevent Spread Of Invasive Species
Jul 29th, 2021
DNR Announces New Lake Trout Regulations For Lake Michigan And Green Bay
Jul 28th, 2021
DNR Kicks Off Water Quality Month With Safe Water For All Campaign; Announces Panel Series
Agency Working With DHS And Other Partners To Make Sure Our Water Is Safe Now And For Future Generations
Jul 28th, 2021
DNR Offering Surface Water Grant Funding
Accepting Applications Through Nov. 1
Jul 26th, 2021
Outdoors For All: Explore The Outdoors With Adaptive Equipment And All-Terrain Wheelchairs
Accessible Cabins Also Available
Jul 23rd, 2021
DNR And EPA To Host Air Permit Public Engagement Webinar
Learn How To Participate In The Air Permit Process
Jul 22nd, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities
Jul 20th, 2021
Wisconsin Beachgoers: Be Aware Of Blue-Green Algae Risks
Wisconsin Beachgoers: Be Aware Of Blue-Green Algae Risks
Jul 16th, 2021
Think Smart Before You Start This Summer: Follow ATV/UTV Safety Precautions And Use Care On Uneven Terrain
Jul 15th, 2021
Common Tern Reaches An Uncommon Milestone
Habitat And Monitoring Help Endangered Bird Set Longevity Record
Jul 14th, 2021
Boat Sober, Wear Your Life Jacket This Holiday Weekend
DNR Wardens Join Local Boat Patrols For Operation Dry Water
Jul 1st, 2021
DNR Issues Waukesha Diversion Approval, Implementing Great Lakes Compact Council Decision
Jun 30th, 2021
DNR Accepting Applications For Fall Deer Hunt At Sandhill Wildlife Area
Application Deadline July 15
Jun 25th, 2021
DNR Reports Decrease In Preliminary 2021 Spring Turkey Harvest Registrations
Early Results Show 17% Decrease From 2020 Numbers During Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
Jun 17th, 2021
Gov. Tony Evers Proclaims June 21-27 Pollinator Week
Take Action To Help Bees & Butterflies
Jun 17th, 2021
Wisconsin NRB Meeting June 23
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. June 16
Jun 10th, 2021
Dam Safety Awareness Day Spotlights Critical Infrastructure And Recreation Safety
Recreate Safely Near Dams By Following Safety Tips
May 28th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Input On Great Lakes Beach Listings
New Beach Health Website Will Inform Wisconsin Beachgoers
May 28th, 2021
DNR Submits Central Sands Lakes Study Findings And Recommendations To State Legislature
Recommendations Follow Study Of Pleasant, Long And Plainfield Lakes In Waushara County
May 27th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Input On Flood Insurance Rate Maps In Florence County
May 27th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Ashland Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 21st, 2021
New Eagle Tower Opens May 19
Peninsula State Park Landmark Now Safer And More Accessible
May 18th, 2021
DNR Hosts Virtual Listening Sessions On PFAS Contamination In Marinette & Peshtigo On May 19
Public Encouraged To Attend & Provide Comments
May 18th, 2021
Find Your Adventure During Free Fun Weekend
No Park Stickers, Fishing Licenses Or Trail Passes Required June 5-6
May 14th, 2021
Wisconsin NRB Virtual Meeting May 26
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. May 19
May 13th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Waterloo Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 12th, 2021
DNR, Dane County Sheriff’s Office Renew Weekend Public Hours At Shooting Range
Public To Have Access Before 2021 Gun Deer Season
May 10th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Thorp Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
May 10th, 2021
DNR Announces Public Hearing And Comment Period For Proposed Landfill Expansion In Menomonee Falls
May 7th, 2021
High Risk of Wildfires Continues As Dry Conditions Persist
Minimal Rain Chances Elevate Risk In The Northwest
May 7th, 2021
New Report Highlights Volunteers’ Contributions To State Natural Areas
Organized Volunteer Workdays Resume This Month
May 6th, 2021
DNR To Host Public Meeting On Dredging Materials In The Milwaukee Estuary Area Of Concern
May 6th, 2021
DNR Launches Healthy Watersheds Initiative To Spotlight Wisconsin’s Water Resources
Initiative Complements DNR’s Focus On Restoring Impaired Waters
May 4th, 2021
Fire Danger Remains Very High And High Across The State
Be Vigilant; Avoid Burning
May 2nd, 2021
Wisconsin State Park System Is Hiring
Many Seasonal Positions Available In Wisconsin’s Northwoods
Apr 29th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Proposed Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation Plan Guidance
Apr 28th, 2021
Weekend Forecast Primed For Wildfires
Fire Danger Very High And High Across Wisconsin
Apr 22nd, 2021
Download The Hunt Wild App In Time For Turkey Season
Everything You Need In The Palm Of Your Hand
Apr 21st, 2021
DNR Seeking Volunteers For Karner Blue Butterfly Surveys
Required Online Training Available Now
Apr 20th, 2021
Fire Danger Very High And High Across Wisconsin
Stay Vigilant; Avoid Burning
Apr 18th, 2021
Hunt Safely This Spring Turkey Season
Avoid Wearing Red, White Or Blue While Afield
Apr 16th, 2021
DNR Received Public Comments On Draft Economic Impact Analysis Regarding Nitrate Pollution In Groundwater
Apr 16th, 2021
PFAS In Wisconsin Webinar 2 p.m. April 19
Presented By The Wisconsin DNR & DHS
Apr 16th, 2021
New Fish Consumption Advisory For Silver Creek
Elevated Levels Of PFAS Found In Brook And Brown Trout
Apr 15th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Wild Rice Management Strategic Analysis
Deadline To Submit Comments June 7
Apr 14th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Fall 2021 Wolf Harvest Season And Future Of Wolf Management
Comment Period Open April 15 To May 15
Apr 12th, 2021
DNR Recruiting Next Class Of Wisconsin Conservation Wardens
Part-Time Positions Also Available
Apr 12th, 2021
DNR Begins Dredging And Cleanup Of Three-Quarter Mile Segment Of Portage Canal
Work Crews Continue After Safety Precautions Lifted
Apr 9th, 2021
DNR Extends Deadline For Town Of Peshtigo Residents To Receive Free PFAS Sampling Of Private Drinking Water Wells
Well Owners Now Have Until May 7 To Apply
Apr 9th, 2021
DNR Recommends Regional Strategy For Central Sands High-Capacity Well Withdrawals, Seeks Public Comment
Apr 6th, 2021
Help Protect Oak Trees From Oak Wilt
The DNR Recommends Not Pruning Until After July
Apr 6th, 2021
Celebrate Citizen Science Month By Volunteering To Monitor Wisconsin’s Amazing Natural Resources
Apr 5th, 2021
DNR Responding To Large Wildfire In Menomonee Falls
Avoid The Area Of Silver Spring Drive And Marcy Road
Apr 2nd, 2021
Very High Fire Danger Across Wisconsin
Take Extra Precautions This Holiday Weekend
Apr 2nd, 2021
Wisconsin NRB Virtual Meeting April 14
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. April 7
Apr 1st, 2021
DNR Launches Lake Protection Network To Prevent Spread Of Aquatic Invasive Species
Mar 31st, 2021
Nearly 40,000 Acres Of Private Land Will Open To Turkey Hunters
Public Access Made Possible Through DNR & USDA Partnership
Mar 31st, 2021
Runoff Management Grants Annual Report Now Available
Successful Year For Targeted Runoff Management, Urban Nonpoint Source and Stormwater Grants
Mar 31st, 2021
DNR Continues Partnership With USDA To Manage Wolf Conflicts
Timely Call To USDA Remains Best Practice For Livestock And Pet Owners
Mar 29th, 2021
DNR Seeks Public Comments For Proposed Green Tier Contract With The C.A. Lawton Co.
Deadline For Public Comments March 30; Virtual Public Meeting March 26
Mar 26th, 2021
DNR Working With Multiple Agencies To Remove Invasive Carp From Mississippi River
First Time For New Method In Wisconsin/Minnesota Waters
Mar 25th, 2021
Multiple State Agencies Responding To PFAS Contamination On French Island
Interim Area-wide Drinking Water Advisory Issued For PFAS
Mar 25th, 2021
Be Fire Smart: Get Your Free Burning Permit Now
Fire Danger Remains High For Parts Of Wisconsin
Mar 19th, 2021
Walleye Lakes of Concern Project Targets Four Area Lakes
DNR To Host Virtual Public Meeting March 24
Mar 9th, 2021
DNR Continues PFAS Drinking Water Well Sampling In Town Of Peshtigo
Residents Encouraged Opt-In For Free Test
Mar 5th, 2021
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Manitowoc Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
Mar 5th, 2021
DNR Conducting Winter Prescribed Burns In Local Marshlands To Reduce Fire Hazards And Improve Vegetation
March 2 Burn Focused On Cattail Removal
Mar 4th, 2021
DNR Receives Straddling Community Diversion Application From Somers Water Utility
Water In Diversion Area Would Be Returned To Lake Michigan
Mar 4th, 2021
DNR Seeks Public Comments For Proposed Green Tier Contract With The C.A. Lawton Co.
Mar 1st, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Sheboygan Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Mar 1st, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Kiel Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 25th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The Village Of Bonduel Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 24th, 2021
Wolf Harvest Zones 1,3,4 Will Close To Hunting And Trapping Effective 3 p.m. Feb. 24
Feb 23rd, 2021
Wolf Harvest Zones 2,5,6 Will Close To Hunting And Trapping Effective 10 a.m. Feb. 24
Feb 23rd, 2021
New PBS Wisconsin Program Spotlights State Natural Areas And State Parks
“Wisconsin’s Scenic Treasures: Southern Vistas” Airs This March
Feb 19th, 2021
Ice Shanty Removal Dates Approaching
Removal Deadlines Apply To All Boundary Waters
Feb 18th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Watertown Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 18th, 2021
WCC Applauds Funding Proposed In Governor’s Budget To Support Conservation
Feb 17th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City of Janesville Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 17th, 2021
Wisconsin Conservation Congress Seeking Students For Youth Conservation Congress
Feb 16th, 2021
Wisconsin DNR Announces February Wolf Harvest Season
Apply For Permit And Preference Points Feb. 16 - 19
Feb 15th, 2021
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting Feb. 24
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments 11 a.m. Feb. 17
Feb 12th, 2021
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Announces Special Meeting Feb. 15
Deadline For Written Comments: 11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 14
Feb 12th, 2021
Environmental Review Of City Of West Allis Project For Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 11th, 2021
Environmental Review Of City Of Mayville Project For Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 9th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Shawano Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 4th, 2021
Turn Your Property Into A Deer Destination
Attend DNR Virtual Open House Feb. 10 To Learn More About Deer Management Assistance Program
Feb 3rd, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Menasha Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Feb 2nd, 2021
DNR Natural Resources Board Honor Awarded To Gail Good
Rebecca Wallace Memorial Award Honors Excellence In Environmental Work
Jan 27th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Kenosha Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Jan 27th, 2021
Prescribed Burns Spark A Better Future For Rare Ecosystems
Fall Burns Control Invasive Species, Boost Native Plants
Jan 26th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Kaukauna Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Jan 25th, 2021
DNR Confirms CWD In Wood County Wild Deer; Renews Baiting And Feeding Bans
Jan 20th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City of Edgerton Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP)
Jan 19th, 2021
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Announces Special Meeting Jan. 22
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments: 8 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 21
Jan 19th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Eau Claire Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Jan 19th, 2021
New Smelt Consumption Advisory for Lake Superior
Elevated Levels of PFAS Found in Rainbow Smelt
Jan 15th, 2021
Madison Gas And Electric Expands Tier 2 Green Tier Participation
Company Looks To Reduce Environmental Impact And Advance Culture of Sustainability
Jan 15th, 2021
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting Jan. 27
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments Jan. 20 at 11 a.m.
Jan 14th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Columbus Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Jan 14th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City Of Baraboo Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Jan 12th, 2021
DNR Confirms CWD Detected In Shawano County
Baiting and Feeding Ban Renewed In Shawano And Waupaca Counties
Jan 12th, 2021
Environmental Review Of The City of Bloomer Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Jan 12th, 2021
DNR Reminds Wisconsinites To Reduce Salt Use This Winter
Chlorides Impact Our Environment, Economy And Infrastructure
Jan 11th, 2021
Snowmobilers: Think Smart Before You Start
Snowmobile And Ice Safety Tips From The Wisconsin DNR
Jan 8th, 2021
DNR Issues Wastewater Discharge Permit For JCI/Tyco Facility In Marinette
Dec 30th, 2020
Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan For Oneida, Price And Vilas Counties Virtual Public Meeting Jan. 12
Dec 29th, 2020
Wisconsin Waterfowl, Turkey And Pheasant Stamp Funding Project Applications Due Feb. 5
Dec 28th, 2020
Good News For Endangered Species
Learn More About Volunteer Efforts And How You Can Contribute
Dec 21st, 2020
OutWiGo To Wisconsin State Parks
Step Into The New Year With A First Day Hike
Dec 17th, 2020
DNR Confirms CWD Detected In Washington County; New Baiting And Feeding Ban Now For Ozaukee County
Dec 15th, 2020
Environmental Review Of The Village Of Cassville For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
Dec 11th, 2020
Latest Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine Spotlights Seasonal State Park Walks And Outdoors For Everyone
Dec 10th, 2020
DNR Offers New Resources For Public Interested In Air Quality Monitoring
Dec 10th, 2020
Blue Mound State Park Draft Master Plan Available for Public Review And Comment
Dec 9th, 2020
DNR And DHS Publish 2020-2021 Fish Consumption Advisory
Choose Wisely Booklet Outlines Safe-Eating Guidelines For Fish
Dec 8th, 2020
Pheasant Stocking Provides Additional Hunting Opportunities This Holiday Season
Dec 8th, 2020
DNR Secretary Appoints Todd Ambs Deputy Secretary; Steven Little Assistant Deputy Secretary
Dec 7th, 2020
Black Bear Permits And Spring Wild Turkey Harvest Authorizations Application Deadline Dec. 10
Dec 3rd, 2020
Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund Reaches $1 Million
Fund Supports Habitat Management On State Lands
Dec 2nd, 2020
Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan Virtual Meeting Dec. 15
For Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon, Menominee, Shawano And Taylor Counties
Dec 1st, 2020
Nine-Day Deer Hunt Harvest Totals And License Sales Now Available
Sales For All Deer Licenses Continues To Outpace Last Year
Dec 1st, 2020
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant To City Of Neenah
Funds Will Be Used For South Side Redevelopment
Nov 30th, 2020
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting Dec. 9
Deadline For Remote Appearance Requests And Written Comments Dec. 2
Nov 25th, 2020
2021 State Park Admission Passes On Sale Dec. 1
Passes Available Online, At Properties Or Over The Phone
Nov 25th, 2020
Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan Virtual Meeting Dec. 8
For Adams, Green Lake, Juneau, Marquette, Portage, Waupaca, Waushara And Wood Counties
Nov 24th, 2020
Preliminary Nine-Day Deer Hunt Harvest Totals And License Sales Now Available
Sales For All Deer Licenses Up From Same Time Last Year
Nov 24th, 2020
DNR Invites Public To Virtual Meeting On Lake Mendota Bass Regulation Changes
Nov 23rd, 2020
DNR Seeks Public’s Help with Investigation of Horse Incident on Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest Trail
Nov 19th, 2020
In-Person CWD Sampling Temporarily Suspended During Nine-Day Gun Deer Season
Multiple Alternate CWD Sampling Options Still Available Across Region
Nov 19th, 2020
Help Shape Deer Season For Your Community
Weigh In On Deer Herd Size & Management Unit Boundaries
Nov 17th, 2020
DNR Seeks Public Input On Walleye Regulations For Minocqua Chain
Proposal Would Extend Walleye Catch-And-Release Season To 2022
Nov 17th, 2020
As Nine-Day Approaches, Hunters Prepare To Head Into Field For Another Great Season
Nov 17th, 2020
DNR To Host Online Listening Sessions Nov. 18 Regarding PFAS Investigation In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities
Public Encouraged To Submit Comments
Nov 16th, 2020
Hunters: Avoid Placing Deer Stands In Ash Trees
Ash Trees Can Break And Cause Serious Injury
Nov 13th, 2020
DNR Seeks Public Input For Proposed Revisions To Broad Incidental Take Permit
Nov 13th, 2020
DNR Hunt Wild Wisconsin Mobile App Loaded With New Features For Fall 2020
Nov 12th, 2020
Celebrating America Recycles Day: DNR Recycling Excellence Awards Honors Wisconsin Recyclers
Nov 12th, 2020
2020 Sustainability And Business Support Report Released
Report Highlights Successful Partnerships Positively Impacting The Environment
Nov 11th, 2020
Calling Wisconsin Kids: Get Creative And Enter The 2021 Keep Wildlife Wild Poster Contest
Nov 9th, 2020
When Leaves Fall, Fire Danger Rises
Dry Seasonal Conditions Lead To Increased Fire Risk
Nov 6th, 2020
Peak Rut Is Underway
Remember These Hunter Safety Tips As You Head Out This Season
Nov 6th, 2020
First Harvest And First Experience Certificates Help Hunters Commemorate Time Outdoors
Nov 5th, 2020
Peshtigo Harbor Wildlife Area Shooting Range To Open For Firearm Sight-Ins
Nov 2nd, 2020
Columbia County Shooting Range To Re-Open
Safety Improvements Done; New Handgun Range Due In 2021
Nov 2nd, 2020
Deer Hunters Encouraged To Help Families In Need Through Deer Donation Program
Nov 2nd, 2020
Environmental Review For City Of St. Croix Falls Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 30th, 2020
DNR Investigating Injury To Horse On Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest Trail
Oct 29th, 2020
Environmental Review For City Of Menasha Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 29th, 2020
Environmental Review For Village Of Reeseville Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 29th, 2020
Public Comments Sought For Proposed Green Tier Contract With Madison Gas And Electric Company
Oct 28th, 2020
Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan Virtual Meeting Nov. 10
For Pepin, Buffalo, Trempealeau, Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe And Vernon Counties
Oct 27th, 2020
DNR To Restore Wetlands In Mount Pleasant
DNR Grant Will Provide 100% of Restoration Funding
Oct 23rd, 2020
Phone Orders Of 2020 State Park Passes Suspended Starting Oct. 26
Online And Property-Based Sales Available
Oct 23rd, 2020
Environmental Review For City Of Ladysmith Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 22nd, 2020
DNR Surface Water Grant Deadline Approaching
Submit Final Applications By Nov. 2, 2020
Oct 21st, 2020
Heather Berklund Named New Chief State Forester
First Woman In Wisconsin’s History To Hold Position
Oct 21st, 2020
Environmental Review For Iron River Sanitary District Two Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 20th, 2020
DNR Launches Waste Characterization Study At Wisconsin Landfills
Study To Provide Insight Into Waste Reduction And Diversion Efforts
Oct 19th, 2020
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting Oct. 28
Deadline For Public Participation 11 a.m. On Oct. 21
Oct 15th, 2020
State Hunter Education Now Available Online For All Ages
Temporary Change Pivotal For Those Under Age 18
Oct 15th, 2020
Spotlight On Wisconsin Forests During Oct. 21 Premiere of America’s Forests With Chuck Leavell
Two-Part Series Explores Breadth Of Sustainable Forestry In Wisconsin
Oct 13th, 2020
Environmental Review For Village Of Muscoda Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 12th, 2020
Gibraltar Rock And Dells Of The Wisconsin River State Natural Areas Open
Parfrey’s Glen And Pewits Nest To Remain Closed
Oct 9th, 2020
Environmental Review For City Of Markesan Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 9th, 2020
Timber Sale Scheduled At Prince’s Point Wildlife Area
Sale Focused On Removing Ash Trees Infected With EAB
Oct 9th, 2020
Environmental Review For City of Nekoosa Project
Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 9th, 2020
Environmental Review For Village Of Oliver Project
Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 8th, 2020
Environmental Review For City Of Pewaukee Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 7th, 2020
Environmental Review Of The City Of Darlington For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP)
Oct 7th, 2020
Quick Action Contains Invasive Plant Population
State Officials Hail Local Action; Ask Landowners To Help
Oct 7th, 2020
DNR Releases Presentations On Methodology Behind Central Sands Lakes Study
Oct 6th, 2020
DNR Awards Brownfields Grant Valued Up To $35,000 To City Of Stoughton Redevelopment Authority
Oct 5th, 2020
DNR Confirms EHD In Buffalo County Deer
EHD Can Be Fatal To Deer But Is Not A Threat To Human Health
Oct 2nd, 2020
Environmental Review For City Of Amery Project
SDWLP Soliciting Public Comments
Oct 1st, 2020
DNR To Fund Sampling Of Hundreds Of Potable Wells For PFAS In The Town Of Peshtigo
Sep 30th, 2020
One Million And Counting: Wisconsin Reaches New Milestone In Avian Citizen Science
Sep 29th, 2020
DNR To Update Wisconsin Walleye Management Plan
First Virtual Meeting Oct. 13
Sep 25th, 2020
First-Ever Invasive Carp State Case: DNR Investigation Shows Illegal Sales In Madison
Highly Destructive Bighead, Silver And Grass Carp Destroy Native Fish Habitats
Sep 22nd, 2020
Enrollment Open For Landowners To Provide Public Access To Private Lands In Wisconsin
NRCS And DNR Partnership Promotes Voluntary Public Access And Habitat Incentive Program
Sep 21st, 2020
Environmental Review Of The Village Of Bruce For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
DNR Seeking Public Comments Regarding Decision
Sep 21st, 2020
DNR Notified Of Possible Separate Contamination Issue At Marinette Facility That Has Paused PFAS Treatment
Sep 18th, 2020
DNR Publishes Annual Report Card On Efforts To Protect Wisconsin’s Drinking Water Supplies
Sep 14th, 2020
Though Many Waters Below Long-Term Average, Some Good Signs For Wild Rice In 2020
Sep 11th, 2020
DNR’s Brownfield Program Launches Interactive Map To Highlight Statewide Cleanup And Redevelopment Successes
Sep 10th, 2020
Lower Menominee River Area Of Concern Delisted
Significant Milestone Achieved To Clean Up Historical Pollution In The Great Lakes
Sep 4th, 2020
Historic Cleanup Of Lower Fox River Completed After 17 Years
Millions Of Yards of Contamination Cleaned From Riverbed
Sep 1st, 2020
Fall Hunting And Trapping Season Forecasts Highlight Hunter Opportunities, Notable Changes To Limits And Zones
Aug 31st, 2020
New Restrictions On PFAS-containing Firefighting Foams Effective Sept. 1
Aug 31st, 2020
DNR Seeks Input On Proposed ATV/UTV Route Connections In Northern Highland – American Legion State Forest
Aug 21st, 2020
Pattison State Park Trails Reopen
2018 Storms Required $750,000 In Repairs
Aug 19th, 2020
DNR Public Notices Wastewater Discharge Permit for JCI/Tyco Facility in Marinette
Aug 6th, 2020
Botanists Identify – And Contain – A New Invasive Grass In Wisconsin
Early Identification And Reporting Will Keep It From Spreading
Aug 4th, 2020
DNR Issues Final Site Closure for State’s Largest Brownfield Cleanup Project
Jul 27th, 2020
Carnivorous Plant Last Seen 40 Years Ago Among Finds by Rare Plant Detectives
Rare Plant Monitoring Program Makes Record-Setting Discoveries
Jul 21st, 2020
EPA Approves Site-Specific Phosphorus Criteria For Multiple Wisconsin Lakes
Jul 17th, 2020
DNR Seeks Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo and Surrounding Communities
Online Listening Session July 15
Jul 14th, 2020
DNR Hunter Safety Classes Resume July 13
Social Distancing, In-Class Limits And Room Setup Among New Safety Protocols
Jun 26th, 2020
2020 Invader Crusader Award Winners Announced
Individuals And Groups Honored For Work To Control Invasive Species
Jun 24th, 2020
Wisconsin State Parks To Adjust Operations
State Parks To Lengthen Hours, Reopen Select Restrooms And Extend Campground Closures
May 22nd, 2020
Environmental Review Of A City Of Milwaukee Project For The Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
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May 15th, 2020
PFAS Found In Sediment and Surface Water At Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern
PFAS Are Highest In The Kinnickinnic River
May 7th, 2020
Extreme Fire Danger For Sunday, May 3
Red Flag Warning In 12 Central Wisconsin Counties
May 3rd, 2020
Wisconsin 2020 Game Fish Season Opens May 2
Anglers Encouraged To Fish Close To Home, All Regulations And License Requirements Apply
Apr 30th, 2020
Governor Evers Signs Emergency Order Relating to Suspending Rules for DNR-Certified Operators
Apr 21st, 2020
DNR Directs JCI/Tyco To Provide Emergency Drinking Water for Three Homeowners On Private Wells Near JCI/Tyco Biosolid Applied Fields Investigation Area After Sampling Results Show High Levels of PFAS Contamination
DNR To Host Online Listening Session April 15
Apr 14th, 2020
14 DNR Wardens Honored For Lifesaving, Valor And Meritorious Service Acts
Mar 4th, 2020
DNR, OCI Urge Wisconsinites To Consider Flood Insurance After Record Rain And Snow In 2019
Feb 7th, 2020
Wisconsin PFAS Action Council (WisPAC) Developing PFAS Action Plan For State
Public Input Opportunities Available
Feb 4th, 2020
DNR, EPA Sign Agreement to Proceed on Milwaukee Estuary Cleanup to Eliminate 32-Year-Old Area of Concern Designation
Great Lakes Legacy Act Agreement Accelerates Contaminated Sediment Cleanup in Milwaukee
Jan 28th, 2020
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Approves DNR Effort to Create New PFAS Standards
PFAS Permanent Rulemaking Process Moves Forward
Jan 22nd, 2020
DNR Providing Emergency Drinking Water to Homeowner with PFAS Contamination Near JCI Investigation Area
Jan 10th, 2020
OutWiGo Snow Event Being Held Saturday, Jan. 11 at Lapham Peak
Activities Include Hiking, Cross-country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Fat-tire Biking, Sledding and More
Jan 6th, 2020
DNR Issues Wastewater Discharge Permit for City of Waukesha Water Diversion Project
Jan 2nd, 2020
DNR Confirms PFAS-Containing Foam Found at the Mouth of Starkweather Creek and Lake Monona
Dec 19th, 2019
DNR Completes Final Environmental Impact Statement on the Proposed Waukesha Great Lakes Water Diversion
Dec 13th, 2019
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Approves DNR Scope Statement for Manure Regulations Aimed at Protecting Drinking Water
Approval of the scope statement allows the department to develop detailed rules that require final approval from the Legislature.
Dec 11th, 2019
Natural Resources Board to Meet Dec. 10-11 in Madison
The open forum is an opportunity for citizens to provide in-person testimony in Madison or remotely from Green Bay.
Dec 4th, 2019
Washburn County Hunting Incident Shooter Identified
The investigation is ongoing.
Nov 25th, 2019
DNR Seeks Public’s Help in Washburn County Hunting Incident
Four Incidents Reported During Opening Weekend of Gun Deer Season
Nov 24th, 2019
Deer Hunting License Sales On Par with 2018
Two areas have already exceeded last year's sales totals for the entire season.
Nov 19th, 2019
Teamwork strikes again in major illegal deer harvest case
"This is a case of two people who are not hunters by any stretch of the imagination, and determined to steal wildlife from the public - wildlife observers and those who are ethical and law-abiding hunters."
Nov 14th, 2019
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Taking More Steps to Protect Drinking Water
PFAS Rulemaking Process Moves Forward
Oct 23rd, 2019
Surface Water Sampling Reveals PFAS At Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport
As a result, DNR is asking airport and military officials to take steps to prevent future discharges of PFAS from the outfalls.
Oct 18th, 2019
Surface Water Sampling Reveals PFAS At Dane County Regional Airport
In a letter to Dane County Regional Airport on Oct. 11, the DNR informed airport officials that the sampling data indicates they are responsible for the discharge of a hazardous substance.
Oct 11th, 2019
EPA Proposes Updates to Rules Impacting Lead and Copper in Drinking Water
DNR to Review Proposed Updates to Lead and Copper Rule
Oct 11th, 2019
DNR’s First Round of Sampling Shows PFAS Contamination at Surface Water Monitoring Locations in Wisconsin
PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals used for decades in numerous products, such as non-stick cookware, fast food wrappers, stain-resistant sprays and firefighting foam.
Oct 7th, 2019
DNR Reaffirms Commitment to Addressing Impacts of Climate Change on Wisconsin’s Natural Resources During Climate Week
"Climate change is one of the defining issues of our time."
Sep 25th, 2019
Majority of Wisconsin Public Water Systems Met Safe Drinking Water Standards in 2018; Challenges Still Exist
Some contaminants continue to present challenges, including nitrate, arsenic, and lead.
Sep 16th, 2019
DNR to Implement Mandatory CWD Sampling and In-Person Registration for Six Townships in West Central Wisconsin During Nine-Day Gun Deer Season
CWD is a contagious neurological disease of deer, elk and moose that is caused by an abnormal protein called a prion.
Sep 3rd, 2019
Water Control Structure Failure at Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area Lowers Lake Levels at Beckman Lake
Beckman Lake is a 63-acre lake with a maximum depth of about 12 feet and is fed by Allen Creek.
Aug 23rd, 2019
DNR hosts hearing to discuss wetland and water permits related to water diversion project
The hearing will also cover the DNR's Environmental Impact Statement on the overall diversion project.
Aug 19th, 2019
City of Waukesha proposed water diversion public hearing
Waukesha is applying for wetland and waterway permits to construct a water supply system to divert water from Lake Michigan and a return system.
Aug 6th, 2019
DNR announces results of Madison PFAS contamination pilot study
"Clean drinking water is a public health priority."
Aug 2nd, 2019
DNR taking more steps to protect Wisconsin drinking water
The DNR will ask 125 municipal wastewater treatment facilities to begin sampling and analyzing water flowing in and out of the facilities for PFAS compounds.
Jul 22nd, 2019
DNR Secretary Appoints Beth Bier To Deputy Secretary
Beth began her career at the DNR in 2001 in the Secretary's Office.
Jul 9th, 2019
Environmental review of a City of Milwaukee project for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
The project entails the replacement of water mains throughout the city.
May 21st, 2019
DNR Secretary announces leadership change
Tim Cooke, current deputy division administrator, will assume the administrator role.
May 10th, 2019
A breath of fresh air: DNR celebrates Clean Air Month as Wisconsin’s air quality continues to improve
Clean Air Month is held annually each May.
May 1st, 2019
DNR and DHS Work Together to Improve Water Quality in Wisconsin
This week the DNR worked with Department of Health Services to ask the health agency to review 40 contaminants for possible groundwater quality standards.
Apr 10th, 2019
Free ice fishing clinics for kids set for Feb. 9 at five Milwaukee County parks
No pre-registration is necessary for the clinics. Equipment and snacks will be provided and it's all free!
Feb 5th, 2019
DNR Secretary Cole announces additional appointments to leadership team
Todd Ambs has been named DNR Assistant Deputy Secretary.
Jan 28th, 2019
DNR Secretary Cole makes first appointments to leadership team
Cole said he would announce additional appointments as they are made.
Jan 11th, 2019
Sturgeon Fest set for Sept. 29 at Lakeshore State Park in Milwaukee
The family-oriented event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features the opportunity for participants to sponsor and hand release one of the young sturgeon into the Milwaukee Harbor.
Sep 26th, 2018
Public meeting set on dredging at South Milwaukee
The MMSD is planning to remove about 60,000 cubic yards of soil and sediment along the banks of the Kinnickinnic River and approximately 10,000 cubic yards will be disposed on the Falk Landfill.
Sep 17th, 2018
Environmental Review of City of Milwaukee Project for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP)
The project entails the replacement of lead service lines and water main relay throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Jul 9th, 2018
Environmental review of City of Milwaukee project for the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP)
The project entails the replacement water main relays throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Jun 26th, 2018
DNR approves straddling community diversion application from city of Racine
Straddling community diversion applications are regulated under the Great Lakes Compact.
Apr 25th, 2018
Environmental Protection Agency approves plan to improve water quality in the Milwaukee river basin
The approved TMDL plan aims to reduce phosphorus and other pollutants entering the Menomonee, Kinnickinnic and Milwaukee rivers as well as the Milwaukee Harbor Estuary.
Mar 28th, 2018
Cougar sighting verified in Washington County
DNR staff rely almost exclusively on the public for reports of cougars and other rare mammals.
Feb 14th, 2018
Secretary Dan Meyer today announced new leadership appointments at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
These appointments will be effective Monday, February 19, 2018.
Feb 12th, 2018
DNR asks public for input on draft Wisconsin River Basin Total Maximum Daily Load study to improve water quality
Once finalized, the TMDL plan is sent to EPA for their review and approval.
Feb 7th, 2018
New pricing structure to go into effect on Wisconsin State Park System properties Feb. 15
Implementation of the new rate structure will begin on Feb. 15, 2018.
Jan 12th, 2018
Sturgeon Fest set for Sept. 30 at Lakeshore Park in Milwaukee
The festival is free for all ages; a donation of $10 is appreciated for sponsoring a sturgeon.
Sep 25th, 2017
Open house set to initiate amendment process to Kohler-Andrae State Park Master Plan
Kohler is proposing to construct a new roadway with a roundabout that would provide access to the park and to the golf course.
Aug 10th, 2017
Clean Air Month encourages citizens to Be Air Aware
The agency's December 2016 Wisconsin Air Quality Trends Report [PDF] again showed positive trends toward cleaner air.
May 5th, 2017
Community Meeting Set to Discuss Milwaukee River Floodplain Soil and Sediment Sample Results
The public meeting will be held April 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Gordon Park Pavilion.
Mar 31st, 2017
Eric Lobner named Director of DNR’s Wildlife Management program
Lobner was born and raised in central Wisconsin and comes from a family where hunting, fishing and wildlife appreciation are second nature.
Feb 23rd, 2017
DNR land sales provide opportunity to purchase state-owned properties throughout Wisconsin
All properties are accessible by a state, county/town road or easement.
Feb 17th, 2017
