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Practice Firearm Safety During Spring Turkey Hunting Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds turkey hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to practice firearm safety during the 2022 spring turkey season April 20, 2022 - May 31, 2022.
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Avoid Burning Due To High Winds
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) strongly urges the public to avoid burning today through the weekend due to high winds expected across Wisconsin.
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Be Fire Smart: Spring Is Wildfire Season In Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that fire season is underway.
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Celebrate National Battery Day On Feb. 18
Ahead of National Battery Day on Feb. 18, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public of the dangers of throwing used batteries and electronics in the trash.
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Four Snowmobile Related Fatalities Over Weekend
Following a deadly weekend of snowmobiling, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to be safe while out on the trails.
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DNR To Begin Winter Prescribed Burns Feb. 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that starting tomorrow, Feb. 1, fire management crews will conduct prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the state. The first prescribed burns of the season will be held Feb. 1 at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area in southeast Wisconsin.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment On Potawatomi State Park Observation Tower
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a virtual public meeting and comment period regarding plans for the observation tower at Potawatomi State Park at 4 p.m. on Jan. 27.
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DNR Urges Public To Exercise Caution When On The Ice On Bay of Green Bay
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges the public to exercise caution while on the ice on the Bay of Green Bay to avoid becoming stranded on free-floating sheets of ice.
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Keep Ice Safety A Top Priority This Winter
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to make ice safety a priority when heading out for Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 15-16.
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Snowmobilers: Think Smart Before You Start This Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding snowmobilers that safety is an important part of the ride. Whether you were gifted a snowmobile over the holidays or are a veteran of the ride, the department asks all riders to be in the know and review Wisconsin’s snowmobile safety rules and regulations before heading out this winter.