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    Recreation rules and permits

    Wisconsin state parks, forests and trails have special rules to protect the safety of visitors and the environment. See Chapter NR 45 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code for the legal language or this page for the basic information about many rules…

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    Invasive species rule – NR 40

    The invasive species rule, Wis. Admin. Code NR 40, makes it illegal to possess, transport, transfer or introduce certain invasive species in Wisconsin without a permit. Everyone is responsible to comply with these regulations. What you need to do as…

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    Waterfowl Rules Process

    Migratory Rules The migratory rules are different from other program ru

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    Fishing seasons

    Opening day for Wisconsin fishing is traditionally the first Saturday in May. Season dates often vary by species and waterbody. Check The Guide To Hook And Line Fishing Season Dates, 2025-2026, for specifics of where you plan to fish.Fishing…

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    Lake Michigan Tributary Access

    Marinette [PDF] Oconto River [PDF] Green Bay [PDF] Door County - North

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    Lake Michigan Stocking Strategies Workshop 2

    --> November 5th, 2011 Bass Pro Shop Portage, Indiana 6425 Daniel Burnham Dr 0930 Welcome (Jay Wesley) Introductions Overview of workshop agenda Goals of the workshop Timeline Notes Presentation

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    Lake Michigan Salmon and Trout Meetings - 2019 ver2

    Fisheries Management staff organized meetings in 2016 and 2017 to engage the public in our management of the Lake Michigan fisheries. Meetings that are planned for 2019 and shown below, continue that tradition. Our work with you and partners to…

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    Lake Michigan Salmon and Trout Meeting - 2022/2023

    Fisheries Management staff organized meetings in 2016, 2017 and 2019 to engage the public in our management of the Lake Michigan fisheries. Meetings that are planned for 2022/2023 and shown below continue that tradition. Our work with you and our…

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    Trap net safety on the Great Lakes

    TRAP NETS Trap nets are large underwater nets used by commercial fishers to catch whitefish and let sportfish go. They pose a potential hazard for anglers and other boaters. Downriggers, fishing lines, and propellors can get caught in the nets or…

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    Landfill organic stability

    The DNR, in consultation with external partners, is exploring ways to reduce the long-term risk of landfilling by reducing the time it takes for the waste in municipal solid waste landfills to become stable — that is, to reach the point when…

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