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DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Village Of Merrimac Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Merrimac is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the rehabilitation of Well #1 in the village of Merrimac.

Thu, 08/25/2022 - 11:00

A group of chimney swifts flying around a chimney at dusk.

Endangered Resources

DNR Asks Public To Help Count Chimney Swifts Before They Migrate South

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to report chimney swift sightings to help monitor populations and locate important roost sites before they begin their migration south. The call to count is part of Swift Night Out, a continent-wide effort held to raise awareness about the decline of chimney swifts.

Wed, 08/24/2022 - 13:19

Public Health | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Thorp is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of watermains on Church and School Streets in the city of Thorp.

Wed, 08/24/2022 - 11:01

two women wearing camo waders stand in water while duck hunting

Regulations | Hunt

DNR Announces Changes To 2022 Hunting Season

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the 2022 combined Wisconsin Hunting Regulations pamphlet is now available online and will soon be available at license agents and open service centers around the state.

Wed, 08/24/2022 - 09:01

A view of a wild rice field, with tall green grass-like fronds of wild rice plants sticking up out of the water.

Environmental Protection | Recreation | Regulations |

DNR Encourages Harvesters And Hunters To Stay Safe And Protect Vulnerable Wild Rice Beds

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages waterfowl hunters and wild rice harvesters to take a few simple steps toward ensuring a safe harvest ahead of this year’s hunting season opener.

Tue, 08/23/2022 - 11:24

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