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Feral pig hunting

Report feral pig sightings and harvest to the department with a printable [PDF] or online reporting form. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has adopted the position that feral pigs are exotic, non-native wild animals that pose…

Deer hunting

Instructions for Bear Tooth Removal

The collection of teeth from hunter-harvested bears is a critical component in Wisconsin's bear management program. These teeth allow biologists to determine the age structure of the population, the age when females first reproduce and consecutive…

Bear registration

Please familiarize yourself with any changes before the start of the season. Carcass tag requirements are explained below. In addition, resources on this page detail these changes and the steps needed to successfully register your bear and submit a…

Getting a bear hunting license

How to get a Wisconsin bear hunting license To hunt black bears in Wisconsin, you must possess a Class A bear license. You may obtain a Class A bear license by:

County Deer Advisory Councils

Each county in Wisconsin has a County Deer Advisory Council (CDAC) to provide input and recommendations to the department on deer management within their county. Councils work with local department staff to schedule meetings, provide community…

Youth hunts

Special youth hunting weekends for wild turkey, white-tailed deer and waterfowl allow youngsters to hunt and gain valuable experience without competing against adults. These youth hunting events are scheduled one weekend before the regular hunting…

Season dates and application deadlines

Viewable and printable versions are available: 2023 Season Dates and Application Deadlines 2024 Season Dates and Application Deadlines Deer 2024 Seasons Archery and Crossbow*

First harvest or experience certificate

Congratulations on your experience in the outdoors! On behalf of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, we would like to present you with a certificate to commemorate your experience and honor that special moment. If you would like to…

Black bear population status and distribution

Wisconsin's occupied bear range is expanding, which means residents can expect to see black bears in areas outside of the bear's traditional range. An abundant population and suitable bear habitat have facilitated the southerly movement of occupied…