Safety
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Dam Safety Awareness Day: Recreate Safely Around Wisconsin’s Dams
Ahead of the spring and summer recreation season, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites and visitors to recreate safely around the state's nearly 4,000 dams.
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Lyme Disease Awareness Month: Protect Yourself From Tick Bites
Tick season is here. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) remind the public to Fight the Bite by protecting themselves from tick bites that may lead to Lyme disease or other illnesses spread by ticks.
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Life Jackets Save Lives; Make Safety Part Of The Fun
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds anyone hitting the water this weekend to wear a life jacket.
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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.