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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

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    Warning: Elevated Fire Danger Across Southern And Central Wisconsin Forecasted

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to stay vigilant and avoid all outdoor burning this holiday weekend due to elevated fire danger across southern and central Wisconsin. This includes campfires.

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    Wear Your ATV Helmet This Holiday Weekend

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges all ATV/UTV operators and passengers to always wear a DOT-approved helmet this holiday weekend and every day.

  • Hearing/Meeting

    Disability Advisory Council

    This is a meeting of the DNR Disability Advisory Council (DAC).

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    Wear A Life Jacket This Holiday Weekend

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to keep safety top of mind as they cast off this Labor Day weekend by boating sober and always wearing a life jacket.

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