Public Health
- Event
Mondays at Mead: What are PFAS? How Do They Impact Humans and Wildlife?
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Have you been hearing a lot about PFAS in the news lately? Learn about PFAS at this event.
- Event
Sit and Spot, Be Mindful Of Nature (Nature Journals)
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The practice of “Sit Spot” is one of the easiest ways to connect with nature. The basic concept is to find a place in nature, simply sit down, relax and just observe.
- News
DNR Recommends Wisconsinites Limit Time Outside Due To Canadian Wildfire Smoke
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is recommending Wisconsinites reduce their time outdoors Tuesday, June 3 and into Wednesday, June 4 due to ongoing air quality advisories resulting from Canadian wildfire smoke.
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DNR Seeking Public Input On Great Lakes Beach Listings
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to help update Wisconsin's Beach List to keep people safe on Great Lakes beaches this summer.
- News
Keep Wildlife Wild This Holiday Weekend
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to help keep wildlife wild this holiday weekend by keeping a respectful distance and observing wildlife from afar. During the warmer months of spring and summer, the frequency of human and wildlife encounters increases, especially those involving young wild animals.
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DNR Monitoring Manure Spill Near Village Of Norwalk, Monroe County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recent manure spill in Monroe County. Spill response began over the weekend and DNR staff continue to monitor the situation.
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Wisconsin DNR Highlights Air Quality Progress And Ongoing Hurdles During Clean Air Month
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recognizes Clean Air Month every May, emphasizing the importance of clean air and the impact it has on our health and environment.
- Hearing/Meeting
Chronic Wasting Disease Response Plan Review Stakeholder Meeting
The meeting will include a presentation on the primary results from the DNR's Office of Applied Science Southwest Wisconsin CWD, Deer and Predator research given by Dr. Daniel Storm.
- News
Keep Wildlife Wild: Know What To Do If You Encounter Young Wild Animals This Spring
As warmer weather approaches, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that wild animals and their young will be on the move across Wisconsin.
- News
DNR Reports Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza In Wild Merganser Collected From Milwaukee County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that laboratory tests have identified the H5 highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI) in a wild merganser collected from Milwaukee County last week.