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Regulations | Outdoor Recreation

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Updated Natural Resources Administrative Rules

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will hold a public hearing on proposed permanent rules to revise chapters NR 1, 11, 45, 51, 115 and 116 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, relating to a variety of DNR property management regulations. The public may submit comments on the proposed revisions through Dec. 10.

Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

DNR Asks Public To Report Black Bear Dens This Winter

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to report any black bear den locations across Wisconsin to help with an ongoing study on black bear reproduction in Wisconsin.

Financial Assistance | Drinking Water

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

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Rothschild is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to inprove its public drinking water system. 

Environmental Protection | Forest Health

DNR Confirms Oak Wilt In Ashland County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that oak wilt, a deadly disease that affects oak trees, has been found for the first time in Ashland County.

Environmental Protection | Public Input

DNR Seeks Public Comment On Updated Water Condition List

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on revised water condition lists included in the draft 2024 Impaired Waters List.