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DNR Fisheries Research Project Receives Top National Honor
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a fisheries research project in Vilas County has been recognized with a Sport Fish Restoration Project Award, presented by the American Fisheries Society (AFS).
DNR Announces Results Of 2026 Operation Dry Water
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of this year's Operation Dry Water campaign, held over the weekend of July 3-5.
DNR Uses Restitution From Kayaker Who Faked Death To Fund Public Service Equipment
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the restitution received as part of a 2025 Green Lake County Circuit Court ruling against a kayaker who staged his death was used to purchase new sonar equipment for emergency response to public safety incidents and natural resource protection cases.
Sharp-Tailed Grouse Hunting Season Closed For 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the sharp-tailed grouse hunting season will be closed for 2026. Permits and applications will not be available or accepted this year.
Special Wisconsin NRB Meeting July 23
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will convene for a special virtual meeting at 8 a.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The Board will act on items 1 and 2 as listed on the agenda.