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Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

Wisconsin Ruffed Grouse Survey Shows Decrease In Breeding Grouse

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of its annual ruffed grouse surveys. Roadside ruffed grouse surveys completed this spring showed statewide drumming activity decreased 6% between 2019 and 2021; no data was collected in 2020 due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Wildlife Habitat

Be Bear Aware: Learn How To Safeguard Against Unwanted Bear Encounters This Summer

Following several recent bear sightings in Dane County, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public to take precautions to avoid potential conflicts with black bears across the state this summer.

Public Health | Hunt

DNR Confirms CWD In Green Lake County Wild Deer; New Baiting And Feeding Ban In Effect

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has confirmed a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Green Lake County. The CWD-positive deer was an adult deer found dead in the Town of Brooklyn in early May 2021. This is the first wild deer that has tested positive for CWD in Green Lake County, and its location is also within ten miles of adjacent Fond du Lac, Winnebago and Waushara counties.

Enforcement | Environmental Protection | Public Input

DNR Seeking Public Input On Proposed Compliance Schedule For EMCO Chemical Distributors, Inc.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it is accepting public comments on a proposed compliance schedule for the EMCO Chemical Distributors facility at 8601 95th Street, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The public input period is part of EMCO’s participation in the DNR’s Enviro-Check program.

Public Health | Safety | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Village of Gresham is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of watermains on County Highway A and Fischer St. near and in the Village of Gresham.