Environmental Protection
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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.
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Anglers Play A Key Role In Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges anglers to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by draining water from their boats and equipment this fishing season.
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Slow Down: Give Turtles A Brake During Nesting Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to slow down on our roadways for turtles that are emerging from waterways to nest.
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The C.A. Lawton Co. Renews Tier 2 Participation In Green Tier
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the renewal of a Green Tier participation contract with The C.A. Lawton Co. (Lawton) in DePere. The agreement with Lawton is a continuation of the original Tier 2 contract that was signed in 2021.
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Wisconsin Conservation Congress Honors Youth Delegate Of The Year
On behalf of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC), the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to acknowledge Tommy Burr of Eagle River as the first annual recipient of the Youth Conservation Congress (YCC) Delegate of the Year Award.
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DNR Monitoring Manure Spill Near Village Of Norwalk, Monroe County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recent manure spill in Monroe County. Spill response began over the weekend and DNR staff continue to monitor the situation.
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DNR Seeking Volunteers For Karner Blue Butterfly Monitoring
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers for the annual Karner Blue Butterfly Volunteer Monitoring Program to help survey for this endangered butterfly this summer in select counties throughout Wisconsin.
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Two Online Aquatic Animal Dealers Convicted In Eight Wisconsin Counties
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced two national online suppliers of aquatic animals have been convicted in multiple Wisconsin county circuit courts for ignoring warnings from the DNR and repeatedly shipping illegal invasive species to schools, residents and businesses.
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Wisconsin Experiencing Elevated Fire Danger This Entire Week
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to check fire conditions before conducting outdoor burning activities. If you are in an area of High or Very High fire danger, stay vigilant and avoid outdoor burning.