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DNR Releases Third Year Of Ruffed Grouse West-Nile Virus Testing Results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released test results from the third year of the ruffed grouse West Nile virus surveillance project.
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New Report Highlights Volunteers’ Contributions To State Natural Areas
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating volunteers who work on their own or in socially-distanced small groups at State Natural Areas (SNAs) to help control invasive species, collect and plant native seeds and cut and burn brush during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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DNR Recommends Regional Strategy For Central Sands High-Capacity Well Withdrawals, Seeks Public Comment
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released a draft report summarizing its Central Sands Lakes Study and is accepting public comment on the results.
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Wolf Management Plan Process Begins With Application For New Committee
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the open application period for a newly formed Wolf Management Plan Committee (WMPC). Beginning this month, the department will begin recruitment for the WMPC with an open application period through March 19.
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Wisconsin PFAS Action Council Releases PFAS Action Plan
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced the release of a statewide PFAS Action Plan created to address growing public health and environmental concerns regarding PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in Wisconsin.
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Latest Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine Spotlights Seasonal State Park Walks And Outdoors For Everyone
Colder weather has arrived, but the change in seasons doesn’t mean an end to outdoor opportunities. The latest issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available and serves as a reminder that there are plenty of beautiful state parks, forests and more to explore in winter.
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DNR And DHS Publish 2020-2021 Fish Consumption Advisory
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced the release of the 2020-2021 Choose Wisely booklet, which identifies Wisconsin water bodies with elevated levels of contaminants.
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2020 Sustainability And Business Support Report Released
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Sustainability and Business Support Program released today its 2020 report highlighting the DNR’s free, non-regulatory services that support Wisconsin’s business community in enhancing sustainable environmental practices that support the state’s economic engine while ensuring a healthy and robust environment.
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Lake Superior Management Update To Be Held On Nov. 18
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. to discuss the management of Lake Superior’s unique resources.
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Ruffed Grouse West Nile Virus Test Results Now Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has received the 2019 test results from the second year of the ruffed grouse West Nile virus (WNV) surveillance project.