Safety
- News
Ride Across Wisconsin Aug. 20-21
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds trail users that certain sections of several state trails will be used as part of the Ride Across Wisconsin event held this weekend, Aug. 20 – 21. Trail users should be aware of the large increase in the number of bicyclists and spectators on the La Crosse River, Elroy-Sparta, 400, Glacial Drumlin and Hank Aaron state trails.
- Hearing/Meeting
Coal Combustion Residual Landfill Plan of Operation Submittals
This is an informational and Q&A meeting for Coal Combustion Residual landfill owners and their consultants, going over elements of the new rule and requirements/reminders for plan of operation modification submittals.
- News
ATV And UTV Operators: Think Smart Before You Start
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds ATV and UTV enthusiasts to operate responsibly and think smart before they start.
- News
DNR Reminds Wisconsinites To Wear Life Jackets While On The Water
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites and visitors to put safety first by boating sober and wearing a life jacket while on the water.
- News
Think Smart Before You Start: Life Jackets Required For Standup Paddleboarders
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that standup paddleboarders in Wisconsin are required to have wearable life jackets of the appropriate sizes for each on board. Those age 12 and younger must wear their life jackets while paddling on federally managed waters.
- News
Boat Sober, Wear Your Life Jacket This Holiday Weekend
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to keep safety top of mind before casting off this Fourth of July holiday weekend, one of the busiest times of year for Wisconsin waterways.
- News
Keep Fireworks Out Of State Parks & Forests
With the Fourth of July holiday weekend fast approaching, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that fireworks are prohibited on DNR-managed lands. Restricted areas include state parks, forests and state-owned public hunting and fishing areas.
- News
Ride Slow, Ride Sober & Wear Your Safety Equipment This Holiday Weekend
Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds operators of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and utility terrain vehicles (UTV) to think smart before they start by following safety best practices.
- News
Be Bear Aware: Encounters Increase During Summer
Following several recent black bear sightings across the state, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public to take precautions to avoid potential conflicts this summer.
- News
ATV/UTV Riders: Think Smart Before You Start This Summer
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds operators of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and utility terrain vehicles (UTV) to think smart before they start this summer by following safety best practices.