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Sturgeon Spearers Reminded To Be Careful On Frozen Waterbodies
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all outdoor recreators to be careful whenever venturing onto frozen waterbodies and remember that no ice is ever 100% safe ahead of the Winnebago System sturgeon spearing season, opening Feb. 14.
DNR Now Accepting Entries For Great Waters Photo Contest And Writing Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting entries for the 18th annual Great Waters Photo Contest and Writing Project now through April 1, 2026. Top photographs and writing submissions will be included in the next Wisconsin’s Great Waters Calendar.
Wisconsin NRB Meeting Feb. 25
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the February meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters.
DNR Seeking Volunteers To Teach Hunters Of All Experience Levels
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking basic and advanced hunter education volunteers to teach and certify basic hunter education students and teach hunters of all experience levels practical outdoor skills. Volunteer opportunities are available in all parts of the state.
DNR Awards 2026 Surface Water Grants
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced approximately $6 million in grant funding to lake organizations, nonprofit organizations and municipal and county governments throughout Wisconsin.