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DNR Publishes Final Decision On Variance To Add Facilities To Newport State Park Day-Use Area
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a final decision on a proposed variance to the management of Newport State Park.
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DNR Encourages Residents To Reduce Food Waste
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages residents to celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, April 7-13, by using simple tips to keep food waste out of Wisconsin landfills while saving money.
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DNR To Conduct Prescribed Burn Operations At Lakeshore State Park
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conducting prescribed burning operations at Lakeshore State Park in Milwaukee County with an anticipated burn window of Monday, March 31 through Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
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Wisconsin NRB Meeting April 9
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the April meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters.
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DNR Recruiting Wardens For 2026 Class
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will accept applications for the next class of conservation wardens from April 10 through May 6.
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Support Threatened And Endangered Species Recovery With The Endangered Resources Tax Checkoff
Show your love for nature by donating to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)'s Endangered Resources Fund. All donations made through your Wisconsin income tax form are matched and go directly to conserve rare plants, animals and State Natural Areas.
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Celebrate ‘Marsh Madness’ With The DNR’s Spring Magazine
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the spring issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online, full of compelling stories and important information to help you enjoy the season.
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Stewardship Friends Grants Approved For 32 DNR Improvement Projects
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the approval of Stewardship funding for Friends Grants to 28 nonprofit organizations for improvements at DNR properties across the state. The State Building Commission approved the funding, which includes 32 projects for a total of $430,877 in Stewardship Fund grants, leveraging $660,847 in matching contributions and $3.4 million in total project costs.
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A Historic Year For The Wisconsin State Park System
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System by learning about its history of outdoor recreation, tourism and stewardship.
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Wisconsin NRB Meeting Feb. 26
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the February meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters.