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    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…

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    Turkey Hunting

    Photo credit: U.S. Forest Service 

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    Waterfowl Hunting

    The DNR reminds Wisconsin that the virus that has caused highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds still exists in the state. Information on HPAI can be found on our Avian Influenza webpage.

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    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!

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    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…

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    Map of dog training areas

    The points on the map include dog training ground maps and information. Use the plus icon to zoom in to see county boundaries, then navigate through the map to find your area of interest. Please note not all dog training grounds may be visible…

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    Wild Wisconsin

    We're back with Season Three of Wild Wisconsin. We've packed everything you need to know - including insights on hunting public land, delicious venison recipes from Wisconsin Foodie host Luke Zahm, resources to help with CWD and more - into our…

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    Wolf hunting and trapping

    Following a federal court ruling on Feb. 10, 2022, gray wolves are listed as an endangered species in the lower 48 states (excluding the northern Rocky Mountains region) and are federally protected. Harvest and lethal depredation control are…

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    Columbia County shooting range

    Range Updates Some shooting areas will be closed off at various times during construction or maintenance.  No handgun or pistol will be allowed for shooting at the rifle or shotgun ranges. The range remains closed on Wednesdays for…

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    Furbearer Drawing Results

    The application deadline for bobcat and fisher permits is Aug. 1. Drawings are held in mid-September.Drawing results for bobcat and fisher permitsTrapper Education RequirementsAll new Wisconsin trappers must complete an approved Trapper…

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