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Wisconsin DNR Statement Regarding USFWS Wolf Recovery Plan

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is aware of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) proposal, announced today, to focus on a national wolf recovery plan. This announcement will result in no change to the listing status and wolves in Wisconsin will remain on the federal endangered species list.

Environmental Protection | Regulations | Invasives

Wisconsin Invasive Species Council To Host Information Sessions On Invasive Species Identification, Classification And Control

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council will host a series of virtual information sessions regarding proposed revisions to the state’s Invasive Species Identification, Classification and Control Rule (ch. NR 40, Wis. Adm. Code).

Enforcement | Legal

DNR Seeks Tips On Illegal Elk Shootings In Jackson County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) needs the public’s help in ongoing investigations into the illegal harvests of two cow elk in separate events in Jackson County during the 2022 gun deer season.

Financial Assistance | Environmental Contamination & Cleanup

DNR Awards Brownfield Grant To Village Of Clinton

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department has awarded brownfield assessment services to the village of Clinton in Rock County to assist with the investigation of environmental contamination at the former site of the Doug’s Standard gas station.

Recreation | Regulations | Fishing

DNR To Hold Public Hearing On Fish Refuge Establishment Rules

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that it will host a public hearing on an emergency and proposed permanent rule to establish fish refuges in Milwaukee, Outagamie and Waupaca Counties. This proposed rule would also establish a statewide mechanism for implementing temporary fish refuges.