Recreation
- News
Get Ready For Hunting Seasons Opening In September
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting seasons in September. Hunters can once again head to Wisconsin’s wild spaces as these seasons open across the state.
- News
2025 Bear Hunting Season Opens Sept. 3
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2025 bear hunting season opens on Wednesday, Sept. 3. With diligent scouting and preparation efforts, bear hunters should expect another year of quality bear hunting this fall.
- News
2025 Early Goose Hunting Season Opens Sept. 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2025 early goose season opens Sept. 1 and runs through Sept. 15. This early hunting opportunity is available to hunters throughout the state.
- News
ATV/UTV Riders: Be Aware Of Increased Law Enforcement This Weekend
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Labor Day weekend ATV-UTV riders that more DNR conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling on trails and routes as part of the Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign.
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DNR Accepting Applications For Special Deer Hunt At Sandhill State Wildlife Area
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications now through Sept. 22 for a special firearm deer hunt at Sandhill State Wildlife Area.
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DNR Accepting Applications For Special Trapping Season At Sandhill State Wildlife Area
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for a special trapping season within Sandhill State Wildlife Area. The deadline to apply for the 2025-2026 trapping season is Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.
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DNR Urges Early Enrollment In Hunter Education
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges individuals preparing for the fall hunting seasons to enroll now in a Hunter Education course.
- Hearing/Meeting
Franklin Lake Walleye Rehabilitation Project
This is a public meeting on an upcoming walleye spawning reef project on Franklin Lake.
- News
DNR Seeking Public Input On Franklin Lake Walleye Rehabilitation Project
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to meet with DNR staff and partners in person on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the VFW post in Eagle River, Wisconsin, for a public meeting on an upcoming walleye spawning reef project on Franklin Lake.
- News
Rollovers, Lack Of Safety Gear & Proper Training Contribute To Fatal ATV/UTV Crashes
With 25 lives lost in ATV/UTV crashes so far in 2025, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is warning riders that vehicle rollovers and lack of basic safety gear and training are common factors in these often-preventable tragedies.