Environmental Protection
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Wisconsin DNR Firefighters Head To Western U.S. And Canada To Assist With Wildfire Suppression Efforts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) shared today that Fire Control program staff have been mobilized across the western U.S. and Canada to combat increased wildfire activity and assist in suppression and protection efforts.
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Search Wisconsin’s Waters For Invasive Species Aug. 9
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and UW-Madison Division of Extension invite the public to participate in Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day and help search for invasives across the state on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025.
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Incidental Take Notice For Columbia, Marquette And Waushara Counties
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the ATC Grid Forward – Central Wisconsin Soil Boring Project in Columbia, Marquette and Waushara counties.
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Incidental Take Notice For La Crosse County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the "incidental taking" of a rare frog, which may result from the Xcel Energy W3444 Structure Replacement project in La Crosse County.
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Incidental Take Notice For Washington County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the "incidental taking" of a rare snake, which may result from the Emerald Drive Culvert in Washington County.
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Incidental Take Notice For Portage County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the "incidental taking" of a rare turtle, which may result from the County Road WW – Four Mile Creek Bridge Project in Portage County.
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Help Stop The Spread Of Aquatic Invasive Species
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters and anglers to help stop the spread of invasive plants and animals in Wisconsin's waters as part of the Great Lakes Landing Blitz, June 30 – July 13, 2025.
- Hearing/Meeting
Wetland Study Council Committee on Wetland Conservation Projects
Discuss the permitting and review process for wetland conservation and agricultural conservation projects that take place in wetlands and hydric soil areas.
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DNR Celebrates 85 Years Of Bald Eagle Protection And National Eagle Day
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating National Eagle Day (June 20, 2025) and the 85th anniversary of the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Wisconsinites can support the next species' comeback in Wisconsin with an Endangered Resources license plate.
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Help Butterflies, Bees And Other Pollinators During Pollinator Week
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help native pollinators during Pollinator Week, June 16-22 and year-round with a few simple lawn care habits, volunteering and supporting the Endangered Resources Fund.