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Help The DNR Monitor Wisconsin’s Elk This Fall
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to help the DNR better monitor the movements of the state’s elk herds throughout the fall breeding season by reporting sightings of elk outside of their normal ranges.
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TIME TO BRUSH UP ON TREE STAND SAFETY
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to take proper precautions and follow all safety best practices before climbing into a tree stand this fall.
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DNR Seeking Volunteer Hunter Education Instructors
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers passionate about promoting safe, responsible and ethical hunting practices to serve as certified hunter education instructors. Volunteer opportunities are available in all parts of the state
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DNR Announces Four New Partnerships To Promote Hunting, Trapping And Shooting Sports
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the addition of four new partnerships to a growing list of organizations working alongside the DNR to recruit, retain and reactivate (R3) participants in hunting, trapping and shooting sports across Wisconsin.
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Now Is The Time To Enroll In A Hunter Education Course
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages new and experienced hunters to enroll in a hunter education course before the upcoming fall season. Courses are available across the state and in a variety of formats.
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DNR Releases Statewide Drought Resource Webpage
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the recent launch of a Drought Resource webpage as a new public source for information related to the drought conditions experienced by 82% of the state. The new webpage gives viewers access to current drought conditions across Wisconsin, helpful resources from various DNR programs and other state and national resources regarding drought conditions. Visitors to the webpage can also find tips for conserving water and information about accessing water during a drought based on their specific water use needs.
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DNR PFAS External Advisory Group Meeting
Agenda items include a discussion about the state of PFAS in Wisconsin and nationally.
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Town of Stella Public Meeting
The Town of Stella, Oneida County, invited Department of Natural Resources staff to provide updates about work to protect public health from PFAS contamination in the Town of Stella.
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Brittle Naiad
Photo credit: Paul Skawinski, Aquatic Plants of the Upper Midwest Brittle naiad is a submersed aquatic plant native to Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia. It was introduced to North America in the early 20th century and is primarily found…
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Fish Kills Increase Due To Warming Waters
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) alerts the public that because water temperatures are heating up, anglers may notice more dead fish than usual on their favorite waterbodies.