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    Wisconsin DNR Announces New Regional Secretary's Directors

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced three new regional Secretary's Directors, effective July 14.

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    DNR Announces 2024 Elk Hunt Application Winners

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that eight Wisconsin residents won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt elk during the 2024 elk season, which opens Saturday, Oct. 12.

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    DNR: Do Not Illegally Harvest Cicadas

    Following multiple reports of people harvesting cicadas at Big Foot Beach State Park in Walworth County, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that state law prohibits the capture and removal of animals, including insects, from state park properties.

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    DNR Wins International Awards For Videography

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the agency received two awards from the international Viddy Awards, judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP), for outstanding achievement in video and digital production.

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    Help Butterflies, Bees And Other Pollinators During Pollinator Week

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help native pollinators during Pollinator Week, June 17-23, and throughout the rest of the summer and fall.

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    Get Set For Summer With Wisconsin Natural Resources Magazine

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online. Learn about great things happening around the state and get ready for summer with the latest issue.

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    Wisconsin NRB Meeting June 26

    The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the June meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and land donations.

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    Help Prevent The Spread Of Invasive Species

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to take simple precautions to avoid spreading invasive plants and animals in June, which is Invasive Species Action Month, and all year long.

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    DNR Confirms Cicadas Have Begun To Emerge In Wisconsin

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today confirmed the emergence of cicadas in Wisconsin.

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    Buy Your State Park, Trail Passes Online To Save Time

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Memorial Day weekend by purchasing their 2024 annual vehicle admission sticker and state trail passes online.

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