Safety
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Avoid Ash Trees When Placing Deer Stands
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) cautions hunters to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees this deer hunting season as they start scouting properties.
- Hearing/Meeting
Fire Department Advisory Council - fall meeting
This is the fall Fire Department Advisory Council (FDAC) meeting with an agenda including a discussion about funding priorities for the forest fire protection grant and training for Wisconsin fire departments.
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Archery And Shooting Programs Connect New Audiences With Wisconsin's Sporting Heritage
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to try out programs and opportunities offered in Wisconsin that provide experience shooting firearms and archery equipment.
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Wisconsin's 2023 Pheasant Season Opens Saturday, Oct. 14
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the state's 2023 pheasant season opens at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14 and will run through Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024.
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Get Ready For Hunting And Trapping Seasons Opening In October
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting and trapping seasons in October.
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Waterfowl Hunters: Wear Your Life Jackets
With more than 74,000 waterfowl hunters expected on waterways this year, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding waterfowl hunters to follow best safety practices as they hit the water this season.
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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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Special Fire Order Issued Due To Ongoing Drought
Due to the exceptional and prolonged drought conditions and potential for elevated fire danger, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will reinstate DNR burning permits by issuing a Special Fire Order in 12 southern Wisconsin counties. The permit reinstatement will begin at 12:01 a.m., Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, in designated DNR protection areas until further notice.
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Remember TAB-K During Archery And Crossbow Deer Seasons
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all hunters to brush up on their safety skills and best practices before archery and crossbow deer seasons open on Sept. 16.
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Extreme Fire Danger For Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023, from 1 to 7 p.m. for the following counties in southwestern and central Wisconsin: Adams, Columbia, Crawford, Dane, Grant, Green Lake, Green, Iowa, Jackson, Juneau, La Crosse, Lafayette, Marquette, Monroe, Portage, Richland, Sauk, Trempealeau, Vernon, Waupaca, Waushara and Wood counties. Several adjacent counties will experience High or Very High danger