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DNR Accepting Shooting Range Grant Applications
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Shooting Range Grant Program through Aug. 15, 2026.
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2026 Spring Turkey Season Opens April 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds turkey hunters that the 2026 spring turkey season opens on Wednesday, April 15.
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DNR Reminds Hunters And Recreators To Put Safety First As Spring Turkey Season Starts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to be aware and stay safe during the 2026 spring turkey season, April 15 – May 26.
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Elk Hunting Regulations
General RestrictionsThe bag limit is one elk per elk carcass tag.Antlered (or bull) elk include any elk with an antler of at least 6 inches in length.
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Licensing Requirements
Application and License RequirementsWhat You Need To Hunt Elk:Elk licenseElk carcass tagCompletion of Wisconsin Elk Hunter Education CourseAll elk hunters must participate in a Wisconsin Elk Hunter Education Course prior to being issued an elk…
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Unprotected Species
Unprotected SpeciesIn addition to the general hunting regulations, the following regulations are specific to unprotected species:
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Small Game Regulations
Small GamePossession limits: Three times the daily bag limit.Possession and sale: The tails, skins and skulls of lawfully taken squirrels may be bought and sold if severed from the rest of the carcass. Carcasses and skins of rabbits and hares can be…
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Licensing Requirements
Licenses/Stamps/PermitsWhat You Need to Hunt Small Game:A small game hunting license is required. See the Landowner Exceptions webpage for details and exceptions for qualified individuals and landowners.
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Season Dates and Bag Limits
SpeciesDaily BagAreaDates (except as noted)Squirrels: gray and fox5StatewideSept. 12- Feb. 28, 2027Snowshoe hareUnlimitedStatewideYear-round open seasonCottontail rabbit3Northern Zone (North of U.S. Hwy. 10 to Waupaca and north of State Hwy. 54 to…