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Order Native Plants Now To Aid Birds, Bees, Butterflies And More
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that native plant sales are blooming across the state through April. By planting native plants, you can support the entire ecosystem by providing food for insects, birds, small mammals and other wildlife.
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DNR Awards More Than $6.2 Million In Surface Water Grants For 2021
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department is awarding more than $6.2 million in funding to communities across Wisconsin to protect and restore lakes, rivers and wetlands.
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Get Ready To Go Fish With Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine
Get a jumpstart on planning for the May 1 general fishing opener with expanded fishing coverage in the Spring issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine.
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DNR Seeking Public Comments For 2021 Fall Migratory Bird Hunting Season
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a series of public meetings to gather input for Wisconsin’s proposed 2021 migratory bird hunting season structures.
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Apply For 2021 Elk Hunt
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the application period for the 2021 elk hunt is open through May 31 for the chance to draw a hunt of a lifetime.
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WCC Virtual Spring Hearing Begins April 12 at 7 p.m.
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the annual Spring Hearings will once again being held online due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Seedlings Still Available For Spring 2021 Planting
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced seedlings are still available to create and enhance wildlife habitat, stabilize the soil, block winter wind and snow and provide a future shady spot to sit and enjoy a morning.
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Bonus Harvest Authorizations For Spring Turkey Season Available Beginning March 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin selling 2021 bonus turkey harvest authorizations on Monday, March 15, with a designated sales date for each zone.
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DNR Proposes Firearm Restriction On Land Purchased In Merton
To help ensure public safety, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proposing a firearm restriction on a 6.59-acre parcel located on North Lake in the town of Merton in Waukesha County.
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DNR To Conduct Statewide Prescribed Burns
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that fire management crews plan to conduct prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the state from March 2 through mid-June. These burns take advantage of Wisconsin's optimal conditions during the spring. Additional prescribed burns will occur in late summer and fall (mid-July through November).