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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2025-06-11

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Celebrate The 125th Anniversary Of Wisconsin's State Park System With The DNR's Summer Magazine

Cover of "Wisconsin Natural Resources" magazine, special edition celebrating the 125th anniversary of Wisconsin State Parks. Features a scenic image of a river flowing between lush, tree-lined banks under a clear blue sky. Text highlights include links to The summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online. Photo credit: Bill McNee

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online, full of compelling stories and important information to help you enjoy the season.

The latest issue celebrates the Wisconsin State Park System's 125th anniversary, takes a closer look at a day in the life of a DNR park superintendent, shows how Friends Groups enhance the visitor experience and shares how a focus on accessibility truly makes Wisconsin's state properties a place for all.

In the print edition, there’s even a special pull-out poster mapping the locations of all 125 of Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas. 

Also in the summer issue, you’ll find the latest science behind fish habitat additions in northern lakes, rare fish hybrids, black bear safety and common outdoor encounters to watch out for.

In addition to interesting fish and wildlife content, there are also stories about the plants that enter full bloom during Wisconsin's summers, including orchid conservation, rare plant monitoring and wildflower identification.

Lifesaving warden training, blue-green algae blooms and Door County cherries are all included in this issue. There's also a story that gives a new perspective on wildfire monitoring and wildlife surveys featuring DNR pilots

There’s plenty more in the latest issue, too. Find the digital magazine online at wnrmag.com or subscribe to the print edition, just $8.97 a year for four quarterly issues. Call 1-800-678-9472 or check the website to sign up, renew or give a gift today.