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DNR To Fund Sampling Of Hundreds Of Potable Wells For PFAS In The Town Of Peshtigo

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting sampling of potable wells in an Expanded Site Investigation Area in the Town of Peshtigo due to the potential presence of groundwater contaminated with PFAS, using state funds.

About/General | Recreation | Outdoor Recreation

View Fall Foliage Via Wisconsin's Trails

The annual display of fall colors in Wisconsin is beginning now. Enjoying Wisconsin's rich trail system is the perfect way to explore peak leaf season throughout the state while practicing social distancing.

About/General | Awards | Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

One Million And Counting: Wisconsin Reaches New Milestone In Avian Citizen Science

Ranked second nationally in birdwatching participation and a longtime high flyer in bird monitoring, conservation and citizen science, Wisconsin has added another feather to its cap. The state’s bird lovers have submitted more than one million checklists to eBird, the popular online platform for reporting bird observations.

About/General | Recreation | Regulations | Fishing

The DNR To Hold Smallmouth Bass Virtual Meeting Oct 13

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will hold a virtual public meeting to engage with stakeholders and discuss options for maintaining and improving the Green Bay and Lake Michigan smallmouth bass fishery.

About/General | Regulations | Fishing

Lake Superior Virtual Preliminary Hearing Oct. 13

The Department of Natural Resources will hold a preliminary public hearing at 6 p.m. on Oct. 13 to discuss a scope statement for future emergency and permanent rules relating to fish harvest in Lake Superior.