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Awards | Recycling

2022 Recycling Excellence Awards Nominations Now Open

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is currently accepting nominations for the 2022 Recycling Excellence Awards now through Sept. 16.

Construction | Environmental Protection | Wildlife Habitat

Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare snake, which may result from the I-90/94 Baraboo River Bridge – Abutment and Pier Repairs. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not put the species' overall population at risk.

Construction | Outdoor Recreation

Road Improvement Projects To Begin At Peninsula State Park

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that construction will begin Aug. 15 to repair roads throughout Peninsula State Park in Door County. Visitors may experience temporary road closures, flagged single lane traffic and detours through the remainder of 2022.

Awards | News

DNR Wins Awards From The Association Of Conservation Information For Agency Podcast And Social Media

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the agency received two awards for digital media from the Association of Conservation Information.

About/General | Hunt

Yellowstone Shooting Range Seasonal Hours To Start Sept. 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will adjust open hours beginning Sept. 1 at the Yellowstone Shooting Range, mirroring operation hours at other state-owned ranges while reducing early morning and evening noise impacts.