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Wisconsin DNR Firefighters Head To Western U.S. And Canada To Assist With Wildfire Suppression Efforts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) shared today that Fire Control program staff have been mobilized across the western U.S. and Canada to combat increased wildfire activity and assist in suppression and protection efforts.
DNR Concludes Efforts To Trap Black Bear Involved In Barron County Attack
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has concluded efforts to trap the black bear involved in a recent attack in Barron County.
DNR Investigating Boat Explosion In Pierce County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the cause of an explosion of a boat engine that caused the ejection of all 11 passengers on board into the Mississippi River near Prescott in Pierce County on Saturday, July 26.
Applications For 2026 Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing Season Due Aug. 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes spearing tag for the 2026 sturgeon spearing season is Aug. 1, 2025.
Portion Of Hank Aaron State Trail To Close During Wisconsin State Fair
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in partnership with Wisconsin State Fair Park officials today announced that the Hank Aaron State Trail will once again be closed between S. 76th St. and S. 84th St. during the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair to ensure that safety continues to be a top priority.
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