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Toll-free information

Contact a Customer Service Representative for general questions seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 1-888-936-7463.

For more specific questions, call the following toll-free numbers.

Customer Service
1-888-WDNRINFO
1-888-936-7463
Contact a Customer Service Representative for general questions seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Report a violation
call or text
1-800-TIP-WDNR
1-800-847-9367

Confidentially report suspected wildlife, recreational and environmental violations. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Report online

Report a Spill or other DNR Emergency
1-800-943-0003
All spill incidents should be reported immediately using the 24-hour toll-free hotline. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Burning Restrictions and Fire Activity
1-888-WIS-BURN
1-888-947-2876
Call for today's burning restrictions, current fire danger or to obtain an annual burning permit. Fire conditions change daily, so it's important to call or check online prior to conducting any outdoor burning.
No fee Small Business help
1-855-889-3021
The Small Business Environmental Assistance Program provides free information and tools to help a small business understand whether state and federal environmental rules apply and if any permits are needed. Call toll-free to get help sorting out what areas of the DNR will impact your business and finding what you need to meet the requirements.
Emerald Ash Borer [exit DNR]
1-800-462-2803
Report a suspected infestation of emerald ash borer or to request information be mailed to you.
Firewood
1-877-303-9663
The latest information regarding firewood restrictions on Wisconsin DNR properties including state parks and forests.
Spongy Moth
1-800-642-6684
Hear recordings about DATCP and DNR spray locations and activities, listen to general spongy moth information, leave a message with your questions or report spongy moth activity on your property.

Other information lines

DNR Law Enforcement Non-Emergency
1-608-267-7691
Contact the DNR law enforcement non-emergency number to register car kill deer or turkey, request a car kill bear tag, or for non-emergency law enforcement related issues.