Outdoor Recreation
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Peninsula State Park Campfire
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Join us for a camping tradition as we watch the sunset over Green Bay.
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Trail Trekkers
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Join us for an invigorating 3.5-mile evening hike along the rugged Parnell Trail.
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Nature Art
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A perfect program for campers who want to use their creative personality and use nature as their inspiration. Each week we’ll have a different art project that combines the great outdoors with your own artistic expression.
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Kayak With The Naturalist
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Kayak down the pristine Oconomowoc River to enjoy all the sights, sounds, and smells of the great outdoors.
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Portion Of Hank Aaron State Trail To Close During Wisconsin State Fair
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in collaboration with Wisconsin State Fair Park officials today announced that the Hank Aaron State Trail will be closed between S. 76th St. and S. 84th St. from Aug. 6 to Aug. 16 during the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair to ensure that safety continues to be a top priority.
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DNR Temporarily Closes Seeley Lake’s Public Access Site In Sauk County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the DNR-managed public access site on Seeley Lake in Sauk County has been temporarily closed while the local dam is removed.
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Find Your Next Outdoor Adventure In Wisconsin During Free Fun Weekend, June 6-7
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 14th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 6-7, 2026. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
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DNR Celebrates The Importance Of Wisconsin’s Trails
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to get outdoors and recreate responsibly for National Trails Day on June 6. The state has thousands of miles of trails on public land for Wisconsinites to find their adventure.
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Kick Off Summer Fun With Wisconsin State Parks This Memorial Day Weekend
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Memorial Day weekend to avoid long lines and enjoy more time outside on Wisconsin’s public lands.
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Develop Your Outdoor Recreation Skillset With The DNR
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to develop their outdoor recreation skills and build confidence in nature at the Explore the Outdoors Expo. The open house-style event will showcase some of the state’s most popular outdoor activities.