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Recreation | Public Input

DNR Encourages Public To Submit Feedback For The 2023 Deer Season

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comments for the 2023 deer season, including harvest quotas and other key parts of deer management as part of the annual County Deer Advisory Council (CDAC) process. The public comment period is open April 8-16.

Awards | Wildlife Habitat

DNR Announces 2023 Keep Wildlife Wild Poster Contest Winners

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the Keep Wildlife Wild poster contest. This year’s theme was “If You Care, Leave Them There.”

Public Health | Regulations | Public Input

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Wausau 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 installation of a treatment system for the removal PFAS.

Recreation | Regulations | Fishing

DNR Publishes 2023-2024 Fishing Regulations

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 2023-2024 Guide to Wisconsin’s Fishing Regulations is now available. 

Environmental Protection | Forest Health

Help Protect Oak Trees From Oak Wilt

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds everyone that the arrival of spring brings a high risk for the often-fatal oak wilt disease across the state. The DNR recommends not pruning or cutting oak trees from April through July.