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License | Hunt

Black Bear Harvest Authorization Applications Due Dec. 10

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds black bear hunters that applications for the 2024 season are due by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 10, 2023.

Education | Safety | Lakes

Practice Ice Safety On All Waterbodies This Winter

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to practice ice safety on all of Wisconsin’s waterbodies and remember that no ice is safe ice.

Awards | State Natural Areas

DNR Names Madison Resident Jim Trumpy State Natural Areas Steward Of The Year

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced Madison resident Jim Trumpy as the 2023 State Natural Areas Volunteer Steward of the Year for his contributions to Mazomanie Oak Barrens State Natural Area.

Regulations | Fishing

Lake Trout Season For Lake Superior Opens Dec. 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the opening of Lake Superior’s lake trout season is Dec. 1. The season runs until Sept. 30, 2024 or until the harvest cap is met.

Monitoring | Hunt

DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Jackson County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in Jackson County. The deer was harvested in the town of Garfield and is within 10 miles of the Eau Claire and Trempealeau county borders.