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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.

Monitoring | Fishing

Fox River And Bay Of Green Bay Fish Die Off Reported; DNR Seeking Help From Public

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a large-scale fish die-off has been reported in the Fox River and lower Green Bay waters.

Construction | Environmental Protection | Public Health | Drinking Water

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Village of Arena Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Village of Arena is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction of a new well and wellhouse in the Village of Arena.