Know before you Burn
Spring is Wildfire Season in Wisconsin

Check Current Fire Conditions

READ THE SPRING ISSUE

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Recycle Your Old Electronics

Keep electronics out of Wisconsin’s landfills by finding a drop-off site or collection event near you.
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UPDATE YOUR PLATE: EAGLE LICENSE PLATES SUPPORT WISCONSIN ENDANGERED SPECIES

Endangered Resources license plates help fund DNR conservation of the more than 700 plants and animals of Wisconsin.
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Know Before You Burn

Want to burn some household rubbish or yard waste? Check to see if it's ok under state air and waste management rules.
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Keep Wildlife Wild

A young wild animal's best chance for survival is with its mother. Learn how you can keep wildlife wild.
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Visit A State Wildlife Area

All wildlife areas are open to outdoor recreation like hunting, fishing, hiking and more. Find one to visit today.
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BE READY FOR 2025 FISHING

New fishing licenses are on sale now and are valid until March 31, 2026. Find the right fishing license for you.
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Natural Resources Board

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board sets policy for the Department of Natural Resources.
Natural Resources Board

Conservation Congress

Interested in natural resources management and an opportunity to provide input?
Conservation Congress

Business Resources

Your business's one-stop shop for permit information, regulations, and more.
Business Resources

Request a Speaker

Submit a request to have members of the Secretary's Office or DNR staff speak at your event.
Request a Speaker

Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine

Published quarterly in spring, summer, fall and winter by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine

Environmental Education for Kids EEK!

Brought to you now by FIELD Edventures, after 18 years of support by the Wisconsin DNR.
Environmental Education for Kids EEK!

General

1-888-936-7463 General questions seven days a week, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Spills

1-800-943-0003 24-hour spill emergency hotline

Violations

1-800-TIP-WDNR or
1-800-847-9367 Confidentially report suspected wildlife, recreational, and environmental violations