Environmental Protection
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DNR’s Green Tier Program Celebrates Participant Anniversaries
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating the anniversaries of 13 Green Tier participants and their commitment to protecting the environment.
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Incidental Take Notice For Adams County
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 Sedge Village project.
- Hearing/Meeting
July Council on Forestry Meeting
The Governor's Council on Forestry will be meeting to discuss: Build Back Better Coalition, Marketing Roadmap Update, Funding Committee Update, Workforce Innovation Grant, Open Forum for Council Members, Legislative Updates, State Forester Updates…
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Invasive Species Council Announces 2022 Invader Crusader Award Winners
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the 2022 Invasive Species Council Invader Crusader Awards.
- Hearing/Meeting
Natural Areas Preservation Council Meeting
The Natural Areas Preservation Council will meet to provide a recommendation to the DNR regarding the dedication of State Natural Areas as required under Wisconsin State Statute 23.29(4).
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DNR Seeking Public Comment On Green Tier Contract With Serigraph, Inc.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a proposed Green Tier contract with Serigraph, Inc. in West Bend, Wisconsin, to maintain their Tier 2 status in Green Tier.
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Incidental Take Notice For Rock County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare turtle, which may result from the paving of the Peace Trail, which is a bike and pedestrian trail running from Janesville to Beloit.
- Hearing/Meeting
Sand Lake Fisheries Management Plan Public Input Meeting
This meeting will be used to get public input on the fishery for Sand Lake in Sawyer County. Anyone with an interest in Sand Lake (Sawyer County) is welcome to attend and share their experiences and preferences.
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Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing Application Deadline Is Aug. 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes sturgeon spearing tag is Aug. 1.
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Spring Surveys Show Mixed Results For Ruffed Grouse, Pheasant And Waterfowl
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the annual spring surveys of Wisconsin ruffed grouse and pheasant showed below-average counts. By contrast, the results of the spring waterfowl breeding survey indicate good numbers and excellent habitat conditions for migratory birds.