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2022 Elk Hunt Application Winners Announced

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that three lucky Wisconsin residents won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt elk during the 2022 elk season, which opens Saturday, Oct. 15.

Enforcement | Recreation | Regulations | Safety | Boat

Boat Sober, Wear Your Life Jacket This Holiday Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to keep safety top of mind before casting off this Fourth of July holiday weekend, one of the busiest times of year for Wisconsin waterways.

Construction | Environmental Protection | Wildlife Habitat

Incidental Take Notice For Waushara County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Y18/Y49 Transmission Line Rebuild project.

Environmental Protection | Recreation | Regulations | Safety | Parks

Keep Fireworks Out Of State Parks & Forests

With the Fourth of July holiday weekend fast approaching, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that fireworks are prohibited on DNR-managed lands. Restricted areas include state parks, forests and state-owned public hunting and fishing areas.

Recreation | Safety | ATV

Ride Slow, Ride Sober & Wear Your Safety Equipment This Holiday Weekend

Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds operators of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and utility terrain vehicles (UTV) to think smart before they start by following safety best practices.