Prescribed Fire Operations Active Today, March 28 At Governor Nelson State Park

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting prescribed burning at Governor Nelson State Park in Dane County starting at approximately 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Portions of the park will be closed and access may be limited or unavailable during burn operations. Areas and access to the park may remain unavailable or closed through Friday, March 29, 2024, while staff secure the burn area.

More information about Governor Nelson State Park, and up-to-date information about the closed areas during prescribed fire operations can be found on the DNR’s Governor Nelson State Park webpage.

To learn more about DNR prescribed fire operations, please visit our prescribed fire webpage.