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DNR Releases Fall 2026-Spring 2027 Hunting Regulations And Fall Hunting And Trapping Forecasts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released both the hunting regulations (fall 2026-spring 2027) and the 2026 fall forecast series.
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ATV/UTV Riders: Make Safety Top Priority For Your Children, Passengers
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources urges families and friends to take extra safety steps with youth who participate in off-road recreation vehicle activities this summer.
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Sharp-Tailed Grouse Hunting Season Closed For 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the sharp-tailed grouse hunting season will be closed for 2026. Permits and applications will not be available or accepted this year.
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DNR Highlights Accessible Outdoor Options For Universal Recreation Month
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to learn more about the universal recreation options available through the Wisconsin State Park System, including accessible infrastructure, adaptive equipment and sensory-friendly activities
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Be Road Trip Ready This Fourth Of July Weekend With Your Wisconsin State Park Pass
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead for summer travel by purchasing their Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle admission pass and making their camping reservations before they hit the road.
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July Fourth: Ride Sober, It’s Part Of The Fun
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) anticipates a high volume of ATV/UTV riders this Fourth of July weekend and reminds everyone to ride sober.
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NRB Approves 2026 Deer Season Quotas And Framework
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that on June 24, 2026, the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved the deer harvest quotas and framework for the 2026 Wisconsin deer hunting season.
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DNR Drawdown Of Collins Marsh Wildlife Area To Improve Wildlife Habitat
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has drained the main waterbody in the Collins Marsh Wildlife Area by opening the gates on the dam at Mud Creek. This periodic drawdown improves wildlife habitat.
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Rowley’s Bay Boat Launch Now Open
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that construction on the Rowley’s Bay boat launch in Ephraim near Newport State Park in Door County has been completed and the boat launch is now open for use.
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Impaired Boaters Focus Of Operation Dry Water Campaign Set For July 3-5
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conservation wardens will once again join law enforcement agencies nationwide for Operation Dry Water, an annual campaign to prevent boating while impaired to keep waters safe for all during the the holiday weekend, July 3-5.