Regulations
- News
DNR Announces New Lake Trout Regulations For Lake Michigan And Green Bay
As a result of an emergency rule, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has restored the previous recreational regulations for harvesting lake trout for Lake Michigan and Green Bay as of July 23, 2021.
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Caywood Memorial Shooting Range In Vilas County To Re-Open To Public
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Caywood Shooting Range in Vilas County will re-open on July 31 for public weekend hours.
- Hearing/Meeting
Public hearing on a permanent rule FH-14-20 to revise chapters NR 19 to 23 relating to minor changes to fishing regulations on inland, outlying and boundary waters (2021 Fisheries Management housekeeping rule)
The public has the opportunity to testify at the hearing.
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Think Smart Before You Start This Summer: Follow ATV/UTV Safety Precautions And Use Care On Uneven Terrain
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds operators of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and utility terrain vehicles (UTV) to think smart before they start this summer by following safety best practices.
- Hearing/Meeting
Drinking Water and Groundwater Study Group
Quarterly Drinking Water and Groundwater Study Group meeting
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Waterway Permit Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to questions about permitting for activities that may impact navigable waterways below.The DNR Waterways Program regulates several activities, including:
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Solar Installations
Solar installations are becoming more frequent as individuals, communities, companies and utilities look for renewable energy solutions. The information on this page is provided to help explore early planning opportunities, permitting requirements,…
- Hearing/Meeting
Wolf Management Plan Committee Meeting
This is the first of four scheduled meetings of the DNR Wolf Management Plan Committee.
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Non-Transient Non-Community Public Water System Sanitary Survey
A sanitary survey is an evaluation of a water system's facilities, operations and records to
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Keep Fireworks Out Of State Parks & Forests
As we approach the Fourth of July weekend, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding the public that fireworks are prohibited on DNR-managed lands. Restricted areas include state parks, forests and state-owned public hunting and fishing areas.