Recreation
- Hearing/Meeting
The Winnebago System: History And Status of Lake Sturgeon And Walleye Management
Learn about the history and status of lake sturgeon and walleye management in the Winnebago System from DNR senior fisheries biologists Margaret Stadig and Angelo Cozzola.
- Hearing/Meeting
The Balancing Act: Walleye Management In Florence And Forest Counties
Learn about walleye management in Florence and Forest counties from DNR senior fisheries biologist Greg Matzke.
- News
DNR To Host Virtual Public Hearing On Proposed Deer Management Unit Rule
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a virtual public hearing on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 5 p.m. to provide members of the public a formal comment opportunity on the draft rule that would change portions of the state’s deer management unit boundaries.
- News
Inland Trout Early Catch And Release Season Opens Jan. 4
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that they will be able to target any of Wisconsin’s inland trout species using artificial lures only starting Jan. 4, 2025, through May 2, 2025, on designated early season trout streams.
- News
DNR Celebrates Successful 2024 Elk Hunting Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates a successful elk hunting season. The state’s seventh managed elk hunt opened on Saturday, Oct. 12 and concluded today, Dec. 20.
- News
Kick Off The 125th Anniversary Of The Wisconsin State Park System With A First Day Hike
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to join the DNR at one of several First Day Hikes scheduled at state properties on New Year's Day.
- News
City Of Schofield Seeks Grant For Acquisition Of Land
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the city of Schofield has applied for a 50% matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The grant will assist with purchasing a 0.13-acre parcel of land in the city of Schofield in Marathon County.
- News
DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer In Menominee County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in Menominee County. The deer was a hunter-harvested 2-year-old buck and is the first confirmed wild CWD-positive deer detected in Menominee County. The deer was harvested within 10 miles of the Oconto and Shawano County borders.
- News
DNR Seeks Nominations For 2024 Ethical Hunter Award
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting award nominations for the 2024 Wisconsin Ethical Hunter Award. Nominees are selected based on exceptional moral actions and character while out in the field.
- News
Snowmobilers: Prepare Now For Upcoming Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages snowmobilers eager to take advantage of winter’s snow to keep safety at the forefront of their preparations.