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Public Review And Comment Period For Proposed Wolf Management Plan Extended

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced an extension to the public review and comment period for the draft Wolf Management Plan. The review period is extended until Feb. 28, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

DNR Asks Public To Report Mudpuppy Observations

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to report any observations of mudpuppies they may accidentally catch while fishing this winter. Data collected from these sightings will help determine the distribution and range of the species statewide. 

About/General | Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine

Welcome Winter With Latest Issue Of Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the winter issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online.

Environmental Protection | Public Health | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Menasha 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 Menasha to improve system hydraulics and reduce the risk of water main breaks.

Public Health | Regulations | News

DNR Confirms CWD In Second Wild Deer Harvested In Shawano County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in southwestern Shawano County in the town of Germania. The deer was a 4-5-year-old hunter-harvested buck taken during the 2022 archery deer season. This is the second confirmed wild deer CWD-positive case in Shawano County.