Monitoring
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DNR Asks Public To Report Black Bear Den Locations As Winter Den Surveys Begin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to report any black bear den locations they find in Wisconsin to help with an ongoing statewide study on black bear reproduction and population. The DNR's bear den team has begun surveying dens for the season, but welcomes additional den reports.
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DNR Monitoring Manure Spill In Kewaunee County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recently reported manure spill in Kewaunee County.
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DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Clark County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in Clark County. The deer was a hunter-harvested adult doe and was not harvested within 10 miles of any other county.
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DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In La Crosse County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in La Crosse County. The deer was a hunter-harvested adult buck and was harvested within 10 miles of both the Monroe and Vernon County borders.
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DNR Releases Its 2024 Water Withdrawal Report
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently released its 2024 Report on Water Withdrawals, which gives an overview of the past 10 years of water withdrawals throughout Wisconsin.
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Invasive Species Council Announces Nomination Period For 22nd Annual Invasive Species Action Awards
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council is accepting nominations for the 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards now through Feb. 15, 2026.
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2025 Preliminary Gun Deer Opening Weekend License Sales And Harvest Totals Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced preliminary deer harvest and license sales totals for the opening weekend of the 2025 gun deer season.
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DNR Asks Public To Report Black Bear Den Locations For Research Study
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to report any black bear den locations across the state to help with an ongoing study on black bear reproduction.
- Hearing/Meeting
Wisconsin DNR Fall Elk Advisory Committee Meeting
The Wisconsin DNR Elk Fall Advisory Committee Meeting will provide elk management, research and agricultural damage updates. Additionally, herd status and proposed winter work will be discussed. Lastly, the committee will be discussing and providing…
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DNR To Host Public Meeting On Proposed New Total Allowable Catch For Lake Michigan And Green Bay Lake Whitefish
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a virtual public meeting to gather stakeholder feedback regarding the proposed new total allowable catch numbers for lake whitefish in Lake Michigan and Green Bay for the 2026 fishing season.