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An image of a kid in a boat wearing an orange lifejacket.

Education | Recreation | Safety | Open Outdoors

Boat Responsibly This Holiday Weekend

With thousands of boaters expected to hit the water this Memorial Day Weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites and visitors to put safety first by boating sober and wearing a life jacket when they cast off.

Fri, 05/27/2022 - 09:00

fawn hides in a pile of leaves under fallen branches

Environmental Protection | Wildlife Habitat

Keep Wildlife Wild

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to help keep wildlife wild this spring by keeping a safe distance from baby wild animals.

Thu, 05/26/2022 - 14:59

A cyclist biking on the Military Ridge Trail near a trailhead sign on a summer day.

Enforcement | Recreation | Safety | Outdoor Recreation

DNR Wardens To Ride Military Ridge State Trail And Other Trails Memorial Day Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conservation wardens and DNR park staff will be finding their adventure along with the public on the Military Ridge State Trail and other popular state trails this Memorial Day weekend.

Thu, 05/26/2022 - 13:02

The firewood shed at Potawatomi State Park, full of bundles of firewood for campers to purchase.

Recreation | Parks

Protect Wisconsin’s Forests And Trees By Not Moving Firewood

Ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to protect Wisconsin’s forests and trees by not transporting firewood long distances.

Thu, 05/26/2022 - 10:28

son sitting on father's shoulders enjoying a hike through the woods

Events | Recreation | Outdoor Recreation

DNR Hosting Free Fun Weekend June 4-5

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to join us for the 10th annual Free Fun Weekend, June 4-5, 2022. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.

Thu, 05/26/2022 - 09:15

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