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2024 Trapping Seasons Opening Around Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds trappers to prepare for the opening of many furbearer trapping seasons across the state. Wisconsin is home to many furbearer species, and the state’s highly regulated trapping seasons play an important role in the DNR’s efforts to sustainably manage those populations.
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DNR Reminds Anglers That Inland Trout Fishing Season Closes Oct. 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the last day of the 2024 general inland trout fishing season is Tuesday, Oct. 15. After this date, anglers will no longer be allowed to fish inland streams, springs and spring-fed ponds for trout or salmon.
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Get Ready For Hunting And Trapping Seasons Opening In October
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting and trapping seasons in October.
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Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Shares Recommendations For Chapter NR 40 Revisions
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has received the proposed revisions to Wisconsin’s Invasive Species Identification, Classification and Control Rule (Chapter NR 40 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code) from the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council. This governor-appointed council advises the DNR and the state legislature on invasive species issues, including Chapter NR 40.
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Archery And Crossbow Deer Hunting Seasons Open Sept. 14
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the archery and crossbow deer hunting seasons open Sept. 14. The two seasons run through Jan. 5, 2025, except in the 35 counties and metro subunits that have extended seasons open until Jan. 31, 2025.
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DNR Offering Free Well Water Screening For Nitrate At Farm Technology Days
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will provide free well water testing for nitrate at Farm Technology Days in Cadott Aug. 13-15.
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ATV And UTV Operators: Be Aware Of Increased Law Enforcement Aug. 2-4
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) advises ATV and UTV operators that more DNR conservation wardens and local law enforcement will be on trails and routes statewide Aug. 2-4 for the annual Think Smart Before You Start campaign.
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Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing Application Deadline Is Aug. 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for Upriver Lakes spearing tags is Aug. 1, 2024.
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DNR Sets 2024 Deer Season Framework And Harvest Goals
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) presented the deer harvest quotas and framework for the 2024 Wisconsin deer hunting season to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board June 26, 2024.
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Plan Ahead For A Successful Fourth Of July Weekend Outdoors
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Fourth of July weekend by making camping reservations and purchasing their 2024 annual vehicle admission stickers and state trail passes online.