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Environmental Protection | Public Health | Drinking Water

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of Mineral Point Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Mineral Point is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. This project includes the replacement of watermains throughout the city of Mineral Point.

Environmental Protection | Forest Health

Prune Oak Trees In Winter To Help Prevent Oak Wilt

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsin residents that now is the time to prune oak trees, as the risk of harmful pests spreading tree diseases, such as oak wilt, increases in the spring. Oak wilt is Wisconsin’s most destructive oak disease, killing thousands of healthy trees annually. It’s common in the lower two-thirds of the state and spreads farther north each year.

Events | Outdoor Recreation

OutWiGo To Wisconsin State Parks On New Year’s Day

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that 2023 is right around the corner.

Environmental Protection | Recreation | Invasives

Help Prevent The Spread Of Aquatic Invasive Species This Winter

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and UW-Extension are asking anglers to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species in Wisconsin's lakes and rivers while ice fishing this winter.

Recreation | Safety | Snowmobile

Snowmobilers: Sled Safe This Season

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding snowmobilers to operate within their limits and stay sober on the trails this season.