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Incidental Take Notice For Sauk County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare turtle, which may result from the town of Spring Green project along Kennedy Road in Sauk County.

Wed, 05/17/2023 - 10:00

close up of wheel well of red atv, with another atv in the background

Financial Assistance | Recreation | Safety | ATV

DNR Offering Funding To Organizations Promoting Safe ATV/UTV Operation

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced funding opportunities for organizations recruiting and training all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) safety instructors and volunteer trail ambassadors. Organizations are encouraged to apply for this two-year program by June 12, 2023, for up to $302,067 in funding.

Wed, 05/17/2023 - 09:00

Anthony Hatcher, Wisconsin Waterfowl Association team member, checks elevations on a DNR property to develop site plans for a wetland restoration project.

Wildlife Habitat

DNR Highlights Habitat Restoration Partnerships

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proud to highlight partnerships with several external organizations that help improve public land and habitat across our state. Earlier this year, the DNR added two new partnerships to the growing list who help strengthen the DNR's mission to protect and improve habitat for wildlife species.

Tue, 05/16/2023 - 09:40

Wisconsin DNR staff respond to a fire in Juneau County in April 2023.

Monitoring | Safety | Forest Fire

Critical Fire Weather Across Northern Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to avoid burning due to critical fire danger across northern Wisconsin. A fire weather watch is in effect and the DNR and partners at the National Weather Service (NWS) are closely monitoring the situation.

Mon, 05/15/2023 - 12:10

Financial Assistance | Safety | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Chetek is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction associated with watermain movement along Kleve Street.

Mon, 05/15/2023 - 09:28

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