Recreation
- News
Portage Canal Restoration, Revitalization Nears Completion
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the City of Portage, and Columbia County, celebrated today the culmination of a decades-long vision to clean up and restore the Portage Canal, revitalizing this community asset.
- Hearing/Meeting
Sporting Heritage Council Meeting
The sporting heritage council was created to study, provide advice and make recommendations to the Governor, the Natural Resources Board and the legislature about issues relating to hunting, trapping, fishing and other types of outdoor recreation…
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Rib Mountain State Park Draft Master Plan Available For Public Review And Comment
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public input on the Rib Mountain State Park Draft Master Plan, which describes proposed future public use and management at the park. The public may submit comments through a variety of opportunities, including a public open house meeting from 4-7 p.m. on Nov. 3, 2022, at the Northcentral Technical College, Center for Health Sciences Building (Room 1004A/B), 1000 W. Campus Drive in Wausau.
- Webpage
Equine Infectious Anemia Testing Requirements on DNR Lands
Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) is a viral disease affecting horses and other Equidae family members. EIA is found widely throughout the world. EIA is a reportable animal disease in all states and Wisconsin has requirements for testing.
- News
DNR Seeking Hunting Mentors For New Hunters
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging experienced hunters to share their skills and knowledge with novice hunters by becoming hunting mentors this fall.
- News
Don’t Miss The Youth Deer Hunt Oct. 8-9
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging young hunters and their mentors to get out and enjoy the beautiful fall colors this weekend while taking part in one of Wisconsin’s most beloved hunting traditions.
- Hearing/Meeting
State Trails Council quarterly meeting
The State Trails Council (STC) provides advice and consultation to the Department of Natural Resources on the planning, acquisition, development and management of trails in Wisconsin.
- Hearing/Meeting
Nonmotorized Recreation and Transportation Trails Council Quarterly Meeting
The Nonmotorized Recreation and Transportation Trails Council carries out studies and provides advice and consultation to the legislature, governor, Department of Natural Resources and Department of Transportation on all matters related to…
- News
Inland Trout Fishing Season Closes Oct. 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2022 general inland trout and salmon fishing season will close Oct. 15.
- News
DNR Rule Change Directs Target Shooters In Columbia County To Designated Ranges
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all hunters and sport shooters preparing for the fall hunting seasons of a recent rule change that will impact target shooting within Columbia County.