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Snowmobilers: Sled Safe This Season

As Wisconsin receives measurable snowfall and many trails are anticipated to open for the first time this season, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding snowmobilers to operate within their limits, stay sober and ride only on designated trails.

Wed, 01/10/2024 - 08:30

A DNR employee performs maintenance on a wooden sign at the Clam Lake Wildlife Area.

Events | Employment

DNR To Hold Career Fairs Around The State Throughout January

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites any member of the public interested in exploring a potential career with the DNR to attend any of four in-person career fairs taking place throughout the month of January. The fairs will be held in Eau Claire, Milwaukee, Appleton and Stoughton starting Jan. 13. The DNR employs passionate, knowledgeable and natural resource-focused individuals. Representatives from several divisions including parks, forestry, wildlife, conservation wardens and environmental management will be present.

Tue, 01/09/2024 - 10:55

Environmental Protection | Public Health | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Manitowoc is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system.

Tue, 01/09/2024 - 09:00

Recreation | Public Input

DNR Seeking Public Comment On Master Plan Variance To Provide Snowmobile Parking Along Military Ridge State Trail

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a master plan variance that would add access to alternative snowmobile parking facilities connecting to the Military Ridge State Trail around the Verona area in Dane County.

Mon, 01/08/2024 - 11:00

A researcher wearing a mask and gloves holds a bear cub inside their coat to keep it warm during a den study.

Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

DNR Asks Public To Report Black Bear Dens This Winter

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to report any black bear den locations across Wisconsin to help with an ongoing black bear reproduction study.

Mon, 01/08/2024 - 10:00

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