Regulations
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Intro to Hunting Regulations
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Join DNR Conservation Wardens for an introductory presentation on how to hunt safely and legally in Wisconsin. Topics will include hunting licenses, game species, season dates, shooting hours, bag limits, hunting safety and more. The session will…
- News
DNR To Host Lake Superior Fisheries Management Meeting Oct. 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will hold an informational public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. to discuss the recommended lake trout quota for WI-2 at the Vaughn Public Library Community Room (502 Main St. W) in Ashland, Wisconsin.
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DNR Encourages The Public To Source Local Firewood This Fall
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges Wisconsinites and state visitors to think twice before giving invasive species or harmful hitchhikers a ride in their firewood this fall.
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DNR Shares Deer Herd Health Reminders And Updates
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that they play an important role in the continued efforts for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) surveillance in Wisconsin. One of the most effective tools for monitoring CWD is testing your harvested deer.
- Hearing/Meeting
Lake Superior Lake Trout Quota
We are hosing a public meeting on Thursday Oct. 15, 2026 to discuss the updated lake trout quota for Lake Superior.
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Get Ready For The 2026 Waterfowl Hunting Seasons
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of the regular goose and duck hunting seasons in September.
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DNR Reminds Hunters To Boat And Hunt Safely This Waterfowl Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds waterfowl hunters to take extra precautions when heading out on the water this fall.
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Archery And Crossbow Deer Hunting Seasons To Open Sept. 12
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds deer hunters that the archery and crossbow seasons open this Saturday, Sept. 12, and run through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027. (*Archery/crossbow seasons will continue through Jan. 31, 2027 in select Metro subunits and select Farmland Zone counties.)
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The 2026 Hook And Line Sturgeon Season Opens Sept. 5
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2026 hook and line season for lake sturgeon will be open on certain waters from Sept. 5 through Sept. 30, 2026.
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DNR Announces 2027 Wild Turkey, Pheasant And Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest Winners
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the 2027 Wisconsin wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp design contest. The winning entries will be featured on the next editions of the wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamps.