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DNR To Host Public Meeting To Discuss Potential Trout Stream Regulation Changes In Pierce And St. Croix Counties
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public meeting to discuss potential trout stream regulation changes on several streams in Pierce and St. Croix counties. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the River Falls Public Library Community Room, located at 140 Union Street in River Falls. Those wishing to attend virtually can join via Zoom or by phone.
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Home And Habitat Fest Returns To Havenwoods State Forest
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) invite the public to the second annual Home and Habitat Fest, an event of free food, live music and family-friendly activities focused on housing and natural resources at Havenwoods State Forest in Milwaukee from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30. Join us to learn about the steps to becoming a homeowner, resources to navigate rental issues and small steps everyone can take to improve habitat in their community.
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Discover Public Land To Hunt This Season Using The DNR’s Online Mapping Tools
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to explore and hunt on public land this hunting season.
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Help Slow The Spread Of CWD This Season: Avoid Baiting And Feeding Deer
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and the public to help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) by following all baiting and feeding bans and refraining from baiting and feeding in areas where no bans are in effect.
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DNR Seeking Public Comments On Central Sand Hills Regional Master Plan
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking comments on the next phase of the Central Sand Hills Regional Master Plan process.
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DNR Reminds The Public To Wear Safety Equipment On ATVs And UTVs This Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds trail riders and hunters alike to wear safety equipment when operating an off-highway vehicle. Whether you’re out for a day of trail riding or headed to the tree stand, a helmet and seatbelt can save your life.
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Waterfowl Seasons Open Soon Around The State
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds waterfowl hunters to prepare for the opening of the regular goose and duck hunting seasons in September.
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Archery And Crossbow Deer Hunting Seasons Open Sept. 16
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that their first chance this year to pursue deer begins Sept. 16 with the opening of archery and crossbow seasons. The two seasons run through Jan. 7, 2024, except in the 31 counties that have extended seasons open until Jan. 31, 2024.
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Know Your Target: Don’t Accidentally Shoot Elk Or Moose This Hunting Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to know their target and understand the difference between elk and white-tailed deer this hunting season.
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DNR To Offer Unique Gun Deer Hunting Opportunity As Part Of Study
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a unique gun deer hunting opportunity this fall at Sandhill Wildlife Area in Babcock as part of a study on deer density.