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    Council Membership

    The council consists of nine people appointed by the Department of Natural Resources  secretary for up to three year terms. Each term will be concurrent with the calendar year and will be appointed in a manner so that three terms expire at…

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    Power-driven mobility devices

    New U.S. Department of Justice Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules [exit DNR] on the use of power-driven mobility devices (PDMD) went into effect on March 15, 2011. The rules require public entities to make reasonable modifications to…

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    Publications

    Open the Outdoors brochure [PDF] PUB-LF-057 2011

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    DNR Disability Advisory Council

    The purpose of the Disability Advisory Council is to: advise the Department of Natural Resources on matters pertaining to the accessibility of all department programs and services by physically challenged persons; identify and evaluate needs of…

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    Adaptive Equipment

    Many state properties host adaptive equipment for outdoor recreation. The DNR adaptive equipment fleet includes adaptive kayaks, outdoor wheelchairs, beach wheelchairs, beach access mats, cross-county sit skis and more with new equipment being added…

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    Title II - Americans with Disabilities Act

    The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination based on disability by private employers, state and local governments, mass transit agencies and public accommodations. The ADA applies to qualified individuals with disabilities. To have…

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    External links

    Several prominent groups in Wisconsin provide enhanced outdoor experiences to people with disabilities. From adaptive equipment to events throughout the year, these organizations offer a variety of opportunities for people with disabilities to get…

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    Hunting

    We work hard to ensure that people with disabilities are provided with hunting opportunities around Wisconsin. The links below will supply you with the information you need to enjoy a great hunting experience throughout the state.

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    Accessible fishing piers in the DNR Southeast Region

    See below for accessible fishing piers listed by county. Some of these locations are part of the Southeast Region Urban Fishing Program (marked by an asterisk). Southeast Region Urban Fishing Program information Urban fishing waters are small…

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