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Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

new baiting and feeding ban in effect in Lincoln County Dec. 12, 2022

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) was recently notified by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) that a farm-raised deer on a deer farm in Lincoln County tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). As a result of this new detection, a baiting and feeding ban will go into effect starting Dec. 12, 2022.

Awards | Urban Forests

DNR Urban Forestry Program Announces 2023 Grant Recipients

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced Urban Forestry Grant Program recipients for the 2023 grant year. The program helps fund projects consistent with state and national goals for increasing the urban forest canopy.

Recreation | Hunt

Plenty Of Time Left To Harvest Wild Game In Wisconsin

While the gun deer season has drawn to a close, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that plenty of unique hunting and trapping opportunities are still available this fall and winter.

Environmental Protection | Permits

Incidental Take Notice For Walworth County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare snake, which may result from the CTH P Bridge over Turtle Creek project.  

Public Health | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Madison is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. This project includes the replacement of water mains throughout the City of Madison to improve system hydraulics, water quality and reduce the risk of water main breaks.