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Environmental Protection | Volunteer

DNR Honors Diane Perschbacher And Rory Williams As State Natural Areas Volunteers Of The Year

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced Diane Perschbacher and Rory Williams as the 2026 State Natural Areas Volunteers of the Year for their dedication to natural areas stewardship at Oshkosh-Larsen Trail Prairies State Natural Area.

Recreation | Open Outdoors

All Are Welcome To Attend Havenwoods Braille Trail Ribbon Cutting

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites the public to join DNR staff and partners to celebrate the opening of the new Braille Trail at Havenwoods State Forest on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026.

Recreation | Hunt

DNR Seeking Public Input On Draft Turkey Management Plan

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has released an initial draft of its next Turkey Management Plan and is seeking public input on the draft now through Nov. 20, 2026.

Education | Environmental Protection | Endangered Resources

Help Wisconsin Bats During International Bat Week

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages Wisconsinites to take action to help bats during International Bat Week, Oct. 24-31, 2026, and throughout the year.

Events | Recreation | Fishing

DNR To Host Two Open Houses At Fish Facilities On Saturday, Oct. 10

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend two free open house events on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility in Kewaunee and the Root River Steelhead Facility in Racine.