Outdoor Recreation
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Slinger High School Student Wins 2022 State Park And Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker Contest
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Slinger High School junior Kaylee Goodman is the winner of the 2022 Wisconsin State Park and Forest vehicle admission sticker contest.
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Plan Your Outdoor Fall Color Adventure
Fall in Wisconsin is underway. Many scenic landscapes are starting to display vivid reds, oranges and yellows, offering a once-a-year color show like no other. With over 6 million acres of public lands, 49 state parks, 15 state forests and 44 state biking trails opportunities to view Wisconsin’s fall colors are bountiful.
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Waushara County Shooting Range Reopens
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Waushara County shooting range on Bicentennial Road in Wautoma has reopened to the public following facility improvements and the addition of accessible walkways.
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Get Outdoors For National Public Lands Day
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to get outdoors Sept. 25 in recognition of National Public Lands Day.
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Find Your Adventure: Explore Wisconsin’s Amazing Fall Foliage
Autumn in Wisconsin is all about the color. The beauty is breathtaking, and you’ve got to see it to believe it. With over 6 million acres of public lands, 49 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state biking trails plus hundreds of lakes and rivers to explore, Wisconsin has a fall leaf-peeping spot for everyone.
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Waushara County Shooting Range To Get Improvements
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will temporarily close the Waushara County shooting range on Bicentennial Road in Wautoma starting Sept. 6.
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Finding Your Adventure Starts At Wisconsin State Fair
The Wisconsin State Fair starts this week, and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is excited to announce the agency will be there to engage with fairgoers August 5-15. This year's theme is “OutWiGo” with a focus on outdoor recreation across the state.
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Caywood Memorial Shooting Range In Vilas County To Re-Open To Public
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Caywood Shooting Range in Vilas County will re-open on July 31 for public weekend hours.
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Outdoors For All: Explore The Outdoors With Adaptive Equipment And All-Terrain Wheelchairs
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is committed to providing exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all abilities. DNR adaptive equipment rentals and all-terrain wheelchair reservations through Access Ability Wisconsin (AAW) help ensure that everyone can make memories and learn new skills in Wisconsin's outdoors.
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Boat Sober, Wear Your Life Jacket This Holiday Weekend
Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times of year for Wisconsin waterways, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding boaters to keep safety top of mind as they cast off.