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Environmental Protection | Regulations | Safety | Forest Health

Protect Wisconsin’s Forests And Trees By Not Moving Firewood

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges residents and visitors to help protect the state’s trees where you live, play or camp by not transporting firewood long distances.

Contact Information | Public Health | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Village of Rothschild 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 replacement lead service lines throughout the Village of Rothschild.

Regulations | Safety | Training | ATV

DNR Offering Funding To Organizations Promoting Safe ATV/UTV Operation

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced funding opportunities for organizations recruiting and training all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) safety instructors and volunteer trail ambassadors. Organizations are encouraged to apply for this two-year program by June 28, 2021, for up to $297,000 in funding.

Monitoring | Recreation | Safety | Outdoor Recreation

DNR Wardens To Share Military Ridge State Trail And Other Trails Memorial Day Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) conservation wardens and park staff will join the public finding their adventure along the Military Ridge State Trail this Memorial Day weekend.  

Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Lakes

DNR Submits Central Sands Lakes Study Findings And Recommendations To State Legislature

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department has submitted the final Central Sands Lakes Study Report and recommendations to the Wisconsin Legislature advising a management framework to address impacted water resources across the Central Sands Region.