Education

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…

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…

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…

Wisconsin Fall Color Report and viewing opportunities

Discover the fall colors in Wisconsin with the official Travel Wisconsin Fall Color Report. Erika Lambert

Celebrate Arbor Day

Four easy steps for a happy Arbor DayCelebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree and committing yourself to its care.

Green & Healthy Schools

Wisconsin Wingshooting

Hunting is a tradition that runs deep in Wisconsin. Promoting and training safe and responsible hunting is an integral part of the overall DNR mission. To help meet this mission, the DNR has developed a one-day workshop called Wisconsin…

Hunting and angling volunteer mentors

Who are the Volunteer Mentors Volunteer mentors are the key to having successful educational programs. Serving as a mentor can be one of the most rewarding aspects of your hunting career. The old saying goes, "it takes a hunter to make a hunter."…

Trapper education course information

As of March 1, 2024, the student registration fee for Wisconsin Cooperative Trapper Education Program (WCTEP) courses is $20. The course registration fee supports the overall trapper education budget and helps WCTEP volunteer instructors cover…

Trapper Education volunteer instructor cubby

With over 250 active volunteer instructors, the Wisconsin Cooperative Trapper Education Program (WCTEP) has been educating men and women to be responsible trappers since 1982. The Wisconsin Trapper’s Association and the WDNR work cooperatively to…