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Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Endangered Resources

Incidental Take Notice For Adams County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Sand Valley Trail and Overlook Hill Road project in Adams County.  

Education | Recreation | Hunt

Hunters Encouraged To Participate In The DNR’s Deer Donation Program

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters to donate Wisconsin-harvested deer through the DNR’s Deer Donation Program. The program helps stock food pantries for the upcoming holiday season and supports residents in need throughout the state.

Environmental Protection | Groundwater

Results Of Statewide PFAS Sampling In Private Wells Now Available 

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of a study conducted to understand the extent of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in shallow groundwater throughout Wisconsin.  

Safety | Forest Fire

Special Fire Order For Burn Permits Lifted

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the burning permit requirement in 12 southern Wisconsin counties is now lifted.

Monitoring | Hunt

DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Trempealeau County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Trempealeau County. The deer was harvested in the town of Hale.