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DNR Announces Sharp-Tailed Grouse Hunting Season For Fall 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a sharp-tailed grouse hunt will be held this fall, the first since 2018. The season will run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 9, 2025.

Construction | Wildlife Habitat

Incidental Take Notice For Oneida County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the "incidental taking" of a rare turtle, which may result from the Camp Nine Road Bridge Project in Oneida County.

Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Recreation | Invasives

Help Stop The Spread Of Aquatic Invasive Species

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters and anglers to help stop the spread of invasive plants and animals in Wisconsin's waters as part of the Great Lakes Landing Blitz, June 30 – July 13, 2025.

Recreation | Safety | Boat

Boaters: Be Aware Of Increased Law Enforcement This Upcoming Holiday Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will join law enforcement agencies nationwide for Operation Dry Water, an annual campaign to prevent boating while impaired to keep waters safe for all during the July 4-6 holiday weekend.

Recreation | Lands

DNR Announces Continuation Of Dike Repairs On Bakken’s Pond

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will allow water levels in Bakken's Pond in Sauk County to ebb and flow with the Lower Wisconsin River system to allow for ongoing repairs on the dike. The repairs are a continuation of last year’s reconstruction of the dike.