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DNR Accepting Hunter R3 Grant Applications
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation (R3) grant program. The deadline to submit grant applications is 11:59 p.m. CST on Sept. 15, 2026.
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Sharp-Tailed Grouse Hunting Season Closed For 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the sharp-tailed grouse hunting season will be closed for 2026. Permits and applications will not be available or accepted this year.
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NRB Approves 2026 Deer Season Quotas And Framework
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that on June 24, 2026, the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved the deer harvest quotas and framework for the 2026 Wisconsin deer hunting season.
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Spring Waterfowl Survey Shows Positive Results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that data is now available from the annual spring survey of breeding waterfowl. The survey indicated stable population numbers and habitat conditions for migratory birds.
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DNR Announces 2026 Ruffed Grouse And Pheasant Survey Results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that 2026 data is now available from annual spring surveys of Wisconsin ruffed grouse and pheasant.
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DNR Seeking Landowners To Host Fall Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds landowners who are interested in sponsoring a Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities to enroll their properties, by July 1, 2026.
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DNR Announces 2026 Spring Turkey Season Results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced preliminary totals for the 2026 spring turkey season. Wisconsin turkey hunters registered 47,725 birds this season, 8.6% above the 5-year average of 43,953.
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DNR Accepting Applications For Learn To Hunt Deer Program At Sandhill Wildlife Area
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications through July 1 for the 2026 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area.
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DNR Now Accepting Artwork For Annual Bird Stamp Contests
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds artists it is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests. The winning designs will appear on the 2027 collection of stamps.