Environmental Protection
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Incidental Take Notice For Door County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare plant, which may result from the Peninsula State Park Shore Road Replacement Project.
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DNR Confirms CWD In Wild Deer Harvested In Langlade County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms a wild deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Langlade County in the town of Wolf River. This positive is also within 10 miles of the Menominee Reservation, Menominee County and Oconto County borders.
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DNR Begins Winter Prescribed Burns
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that fire management crews are starting to perform prescribed burns on DNR properties throughout the state where local conditions can provide a safe and effective burn.
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Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Old 73 Bridge project.
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DNR Seeking Public Comment On New Charter Supporting Climate Resilience
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public input on a new charter to encourage businesses, non-government organizations and communities to combat the effects of climate change in our state.
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DNR To Host Virtual Listening Session For Proposed Wolf Management Plan
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold a public listening session for the proposed Wolf Management Plan on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023 as part of the public review and comment period.
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Multi-Year Invasive Species Case Concludes With Convictions
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the conclusion of a multi-year law enforcement investigation and prosecution related to the illegal distribution of more than 960 invasive crayfish by several wholesale-level distributors.
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Help Protect Our Streams From Aquatic Invasive Species
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers out for the early inland trout season to help protect our streams from aquatic invasive species. Some fishing streams may contain invasive species, and if care is not taken, those species can accidentally be transferred to another.
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DNR Seeking Data On Water Quality Of Lakes, Streams And Rivers
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking data on the water quality of lakes, streams and rivers in our state. Every two years, the DNR asks Wisconsinites and interested groups to submit their biological, chemical and physical surface water data.
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DNR Seeks Comments On Updated Surface Water Assessment Guidance
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on guidance that helps water management specialists evaluate the status of the state’s surface water quality.