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Financial Assistance | Recycling

DNR Awards More Than $250,000 For Recycling Electronics In Underserved Areas

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has awarded just over $250,000 in E-Cycle Wisconsin Electronics Collection Grants for 39 projects in 35 counties that will host an electronics collection site or event between October 2026 and December 2027.

Environmental Protection | Tree Planting

DNR Announces 2027 Seedling Availability And Tree Planting Milestone

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources highlights a milestone for Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge and encourages everyone to take action to bring Wisconsin closer to a resilient landscape.

Business | Environmental Protection | Green Tier

DNR Seeking Public Comment On Green Tier Application For KS Large Bore Pistons

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources requests public comments on the Green Tier application for KS Large Bore Pistons, LLC. (KSLP). If accepted, the application would allow KSLP to join Tier 1.

Recreation | Outdoor Recreation

Wisconsin State Parks Celebrate The Season With Fall Candlelight Hikes

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend candlelight hikes, fall festivals and other seasonal events being held throughout October and November at Wisconsin’s state parks, forests, trails and recreation areas.

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.