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Wisconsin DNR’s Go Wild License And Registration System Recognized For Ease Of Use
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Go Wild license and registration system has been recognized in two international award competitions. Out of thousands of entries from around the world for each award, the Go Wild system was awarded a 2021 Communicator Award of Distinction and a 2021 Gold Hermes Creative Award.
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DNR Hosting Free Fun Weekend June 5-6
This weekend is the perfect time to get outdoors and find your adventure in Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting the 9th annual Free Fun Weekend June 5-6. Park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
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DNR Now Accepting Artwork Entries For The 2022 Wild Turkey, Pheasant And Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp design contests. The winning art will appear on the 2022 Wisconsin Wild Turkey Stamp.
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Boat Responsibly This Holiday Weekend
It’s National Safe Boating Week, and thousands of boaters are expected to hit the water this Memorial Day Weekend. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters that wearing a life jacket could save your life.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment On Green Tier Application For Phillips-Medisize Oaklawn Facility
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public input on the proposed Green Tier application for Phillips Medisize – Oaklawn facility in Menomonie. The proposal covers activities at the facility located on 412 Red Cedar St., which is an injection molding facility for plastic components and a partial assembly facility for medical and pharmaceutical delivery products.
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Wisconsin State Park System Increases Outdoor Capacities
With summer right around the corner, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that outdoor capacities for events, activities and outdoor facilities such as group campgrounds, open-air shelters and amphitheaters is increasing at properties across the State Park System.
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2020 Wildlife Survey Results Now Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the latest results for a variety of wildlife surveys are now available on the DNR website.
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DNR Offering $25 Rebate For Endangered Resources License Plates
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating National Endangered Species Day (May 21, 2021) by offering a $25 rebate for new purchases of an Endangered Resources license plate. The rebate is available for the bald eagle plate and the wolf plate during 2021.
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New Eagle Tower Opens May 19
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the iconic Eagle Tower at Peninsula State Park is set to open to the public on Wednesday, May 19.
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Minocqua Chain Walleye Catch And Release Regulation Extension Virtual Public Hearing On May 24
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss extending the catch and release walleye regulations on the Minocqua Chain of Lakes in Oneida County at 6 p.m. on Monday, May 24.