DNR Research
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Birds & Astronomy
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Immerse yourself in a night of discovery and awe at Newport State Park, an acclaimed dark sky park in Door County.
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Stargazing At The Dark Sky Park
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The event takes place on Aug. 4 or 5, whichever night has the best viewing conditions.
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Stargazing At The Dark Sky Park
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The event takes place on Aug. 4 or 5, whichever night has the best viewing conditions.
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Become A Community Scientist By Surveying Wildlife In August And September
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Wisconsinites can become community scientists by participating in Operation Deer Watch and the Game Bird Survey.
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Forest Regeneration
Forest regeneration is the process of renewing tree cover by establishing young trees. The process can happen naturally in a forest, typically following some type of disturbance, such as a windstorm, fire or timber harvest, or it can happen…
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Fire
Fire is an essential component of ecosystem dynamics, and recognition of its importance for maintaining natural communities is growing. At the same time, concern for its impacts on human communities grows as well. An understanding of disturbance…
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Forest Genetics
The study of forest genetics investigates how genes are passed from parents to offspring and how genetics impact individual and species success in response to environmental conditions. Understanding forest genetics allows us to cultivate trees that…
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Forest Products
The forest products industry is a cornerstone of Wisconsin’s economy and a leading sector within the state’s manufacturing landscape. It accounts for over 11% of all manufacturing jobs in Wisconsin. Nationally, Wisconsin ranks among one of the top…
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Forest Health
When considering what constitutes a healthy forest, it is important to look at resilience or the ability of a system to retain and regain form, function and processes following a disturbance. One of the most tangible threats to this ability often…
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Climate and Forests
Forests are a natural carbon sink, absorbing 10-15% of our nation's greenhouse gasses. Climate change is bringing new challenges to the health and sustainability of our forests. Drought, warmer winters, insects and disease and shifts in the growing…