Environmental Protection
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Help Birds During Spring Migration
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages bird watchers to enjoy the return of migratory birds to Wisconsin this spring and take a few simple steps to help our feathered friends.
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Wisconsin Experiencing Increased Fire Danger April 14-16
Elevated fire danger resulted in 63 wildfires burning 135 acres this past weekend, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is continuing to suspend burn permits in 24 counties where the DNR has burn restriction authority as fire danger remains "high" and "very high" in many areas of the state.
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Celebrate Rural And Urban Forests During Forest Appreciation Week
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proud to join communities, organizations and individuals throughout the state in celebrating trees and forests during Forest Appreciation Week, which runs from April 21 to Arbor Day (April 25) and includes Earth Day (April 22).
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Give To Wisconsin's Endangered Resources Fund This Tax Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages nature lovers to give to the Endangered Resources Fund on their Wisconsin income tax form. The fund has helped the DNR conserve hundreds of species in Wisconsin.
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Volunteer With The DNR To Protect And Enhance Wisconsin's Natural Resources
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages all Wisconsinites to roll up their sleeves and volunteer this Earth month and every month of the year.
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Enjoy An Outdoor Adventure With Natural Resources Foundation Field Trips
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to explore Wisconsin with a Natural Resources Foundation (NRF) Field Trip.
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DNR Seeking Volunteers For Help With Frog And Toad Calling Surveys
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers for the annual Wisconsin Frog and Toad Survey to help document frog and toad breeding calls throughout the state this spring and summer.
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Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to reissue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Interstate 39/90/94 Wisconsin River Bridge Project. This permit was previously issued on Oct. 10, 2024; however, there has been a change in project activities resulting in a larger footprint and different minimization and mitigation measures, so the DNR has determined that a new public notice is warranted.
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Order Native Plants To Support Wisconsin's Pollinators
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that native plant sales are popping up around the state now through June. By planting native plants in your outdoor space, you can support the entire ecosystem by providing the most beneficial food for pollinators.
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Conserve Water, Fix A Leak This Week
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of preventing household water waste and practicing water conservation in recognition of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Fix A Leak Week, March 17-23.