Sportsmen and Sportswomen

The Great Wisconsin Birding and Nature Trail

The Great Wisconsin Birding and Nature Trail is your invitation to observe the fascinating and diverse world of wildlife that exists in every corner of the state. A series of five highway-based viewing guides, each highlighting a unique ecosystem of…

Dog training and trialing

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, dog training and trialing licenses, formally known as forms 9400-606 and 9400-167, can now be purchased through Wisconsin DNR Go Wild!If you do not have a GoWild personal or organization account, please call 888-936-7463 (TTY…

Pheasant hunting and management

For the 2026 pheasant hunting season, th

Sharp-tailed Grouse Hunting

Please be aware that there will not be a sharp-tailed grouse hunting season for 2026.

Small game hunting

Spring turkey hunting opportunities for the disabled

For disabled hunters wishing to participate in the spring turkey hunting season, there are two options available. These options and information on how to apply are outlined below. For information on turkey season dates, harvest authorization levels…

Turkey Hunting

Photo credit: U.S. Forest Service

Waterfowl Hunting

The public input period on the proposed 2026-2030 migratory bird hunting season structure has now closed. The DNR appreciates all of the feedback that was provided. View the results from this public input: 2026-2030 waterfowl season public input…

Mourning dove hunting

Attention: Now available, new upland gamebird hunting tool mapping application! Please visit Fields & Forest Lands Interactive Gamebird Hunting Tool and explore its features and mapping information!

Report bird band recoveries

Have you ever experienced the excitement of harvesting, finding or observing a banded or neck-collared bird? Those who do may wonder where the bird originated, how old it is or where to report the information on the band. The North American Bird…