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Instructions for Bear Tooth Removal
The collection of teeth from hunter-harvested bears is a critical component of Wisconsin's bear management program. These teeth allow biologists to determine the population's age structure, the age when females first reproduce and consecutive cub…
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Bear Registration and Tooth Submission
All successful bear hunters must register their bear harvest and submit two upper-premolar bear teeth to the department. These are legally required steps and provide critical data used to monitor the bear population and hunting activity. These…
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Citizen Deer Advisory Councils
Each Deer Management Unit (DMU) in Wisconsin has a Citizen Deer Advisory Council (CDAC) to provide input and recommendations to the department on deer management within their unit. Councils work with local department staff to schedule meetings,…
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Youth hunts
Special youth hunting weekends for wild turkey, white-tailed deer and waterfowl allow youngsters to hunt and gain valuable experience without competing against adults. These youth hunting events are scheduled one weekend before the regular hunting…
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Season dates and application deadlines
View and print 2026 Season Dates and Application Deadlines.
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First harvest or experience certificate
Congratulations on your experience in the outdoors! On behalf of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, we would like to present you with a certificate to commemorate your experience and honor that special moment. If you would like to…
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Chronic Wasting Disease Research
Research is being done in Wisconsin by DNR staff as well as other partners in order to learn more about this disease.
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Wild rice harvesting
Each year, more people are attracted to the joys of wild rice harvesting. Through the collection of wild rice, harvesters are able to explore the best of Wisconsin, collect their own food, support the local economy and help ensure that this…
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Birding And Bird Conservation
Wisconsin is home to over 300 species of birds and thousands of birding enthusiasts. Explore the links below for information on birds, bird identification, birding locations and how to get involved in conservation efforts.Sign up to receive the…
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Waterfowl Rules Process
Migratory Rules The migratory rules are different from other program ru