Education
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Tree Stand Safety
The Wisconsin DNR partnered with the Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation and the UW Hospital and Clinics in 2014 to learn more about tree stand accidents and how to prevent them. A thorough review of medical reports found some common themes, the…
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Firearm Safety
As you join thousands of hunters heading into the woods, fields and marshes during the fall hunting seasons, Wisconsin DNR safety experts remind you to review and think about firearm safety each and every time you head out. Four Basic Rules of…
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Bow & Crossbow Safety
Like any other shooting skill, using a crossbow safely and accurately will require a combination of old and well-learned knowledge. The four basic rules of firearm safety (TABK) apply to crossbow use and hunting.
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Groundwater educational materials
Groundwater model Student using the groundwater model. Since 2001, training on the use of a groundwater sand tank model [exit DNR] has been provided annually to educat
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Wisconsin Forest Tales
Wisconsin Forest Tales book by Julia Pferdehirt and Pamela Harden Introduction Wisconsin Forest Tales is a historical fiction book in which author Julia Pferdehirt and illustrator Pamela Harden share glimpses of forest history and life…
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Tree identification
What's the easiest way to identify a tree? A dichotomous key of course. A dichotomous key is a tool that allows anyone to determine the identity of items in the natural world such as wildflowers, mammals, reptiles, rocks, fish, and trees.…
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In Grandpa's Woods
Children can explore Grandpa's woods with Amy and Chad as they search for the perfect location for their play structure. Along the way, adults and children will learn the basics of sustainable forestry as they follow the children on their…
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Forestry educational resources
Encouraging outdoor activities and teaching about the benefits of Wisconsin forests are important. Get started with instilling the bigger picture in the hands, hearts and minds of youth by going to the forestry education resource links below.In the…
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Forestry Song
Forestry song Lyrics and resources to the song "The Forest is a Place Where We All Live" by Stuart Stotts, in celebration of 100 years of Wisconsin Forestry. Song lyrics Look down from an airplane, I'll tell you what you'll see. From Madison to…
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Wisconsin Fall Color Report and viewing opportunities
Discover the fall colors in Wisconsin with the official Travel Wisconsin Fall Color Report. Erika Lambert