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Recreation | Regulations | Safety | ATV

ATV/UTV Riders: Think Smart Before You Start This Labor Day Weekend

This Labor Day 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.

Education | Environmental Protection | Water Use

DNR To Host ‘Sowing The Seeds For Change’ Webinar Sept. 10

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host the first of three educational webinars, Sowing Seeds for Change, 12 – 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. 

Education | Training | Hunt

Get Ready For Hunting Season: Take A Hunter Safety Course

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages all hunters to complete a safety course before enjoying Wisconsin’s fields and forests this hunting season. By completing your hunter safety course or quick skills refresh, you play a vital role in keeping Wisconsin a safe place to hunt.

Monitoring | Landfills

New DNR Waste Characterization Study Reveals Increase In Food Waste And Opportunities For Waste Reduction

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the release of its 2020-2021 statewide waste characterization study. The study provides valuable insight into what is going into Wisconsin landfills, and is a powerful planning tool for waste reduction and minimization efforts.  

Education | Events | Parks

Third-Annual Girl Scouts Love State Parks Event Sept. 11-12

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced its continued partnership with Wisconsin Girl Scout councils for the third-annual Girl Scouts Love State Parks event, Sept. 11-12, 2021. The weekend celebrates Wisconsin State Parks and the Girl Scouts of the USA's (GSUSA) focus on outdoor adventures.