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Recreation | ATV

ATV/UTV Riders: Be Aware Of Increased Law Enforcement This Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Labor Day weekend ATV-UTV riders that more DNR conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling on trails and routes as part of the Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign.

Safety | Hunt

Avoid Ash Trees When Placing Deer Stands

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees as they start scouting properties ahead of the coming deer hunting season.

Permit | Wildlife Habitat

Incidental Take Notice For Door County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare snake, the eastern ribbonsnake, which may result from the WPS Park Entrance Drive Electric Project in Door County.

Construction | Environmental Protection | Endangered Resources

Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the County Road J Improvements in Columbia County.

Recreation | Trap

DNR Accepting Applications For Special Trapping Season At Sandhill State Wildlife Area

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for a special trapping season within Sandhill State Wildlife Area. The deadline to apply for the 2025-2026 trapping season is Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.