Wildlife Habitat
- Hearing/Meeting
Greater Prairie-Chicken Advisory Committee
The Greater Prairie-Chicken Advisory Committee will meet to share updates on progress made toward accomplishing the goals and objectives of the 2022-2032 Greater Prairie-Chicken Management Plan and discuss ongoing grassland habitat management.
- News
Home And Habitat Fest Returns To Havenwoods State Forest
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) invite the public to the third annual Home and Habitat Fest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The event features live music and family-friendly activities focused on housing and natural resources at Havenwoods State Forest in Milwaukee from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28.
- Webpage
Wildlife Management Strategic Plan Updates
The DNR's Wildlife Management Program oversees the management of our wildlife game species (e.g., deer, bear, waterfowl, furbearers and more) and the habitats these species call home. Managing species requires balancing a diversity of priorities,…
- News
DNR Announces Partnership With University Of Wisconsin Schools For Greensnake Surveys
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the beginning of surveys to track smooth greensnake populations in the state. Surveys will be conducted at select sites across the species' range in partnership with student volunteers in the Forest and Wildlife Ecology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the College of Natural Resources and Department of Biology at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
- Hearing/Meeting
Public hearing on a permanent rule (WM-09-23) relating to revisions to ch. NR 12 and wildlife damage and abatement
This is a public hearing on a proposed rule, Board Order WM-09-23, relating to revisions to ch. NR 12, and wildlife damage and abatement.
- Hearing/Meeting
Sharp-tailed Grouse Advisory Committee Meeting
The Sharp-tailed Grouse Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss this year's Lek survey results, approved plan goals, the latest grouse research and potential updates to hunting zones and quota-setting methods.
- Hearing/Meeting
Kenosha Dunes Restoration & Protection Project Open House
A public open house to view the draft plans for habitat restoration and protection projects at the Kenosha Dunes unit of the Chiwaukee Prairie State Natural Area (SNA).
- News
Help Protect Turtles During Nesting Season
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to help nesting turtles by following a few easy actions throughout the nesting season.
- Hearing/Meeting
Public Hearing On A Permanent Rule (WM-05-23) Relating To Revisions To Chs. NR 10 And 19, And Elk Management
This is a public hearing on a proposed rule, Board Order WM-05-23, relating to revisions to chs. NR 10 and 19, and elk management.
- News
Know What To Do If You Encounter Baby Wild Animals This Holiday Weekend
As you head out to find your adventure this holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds you to help keep wildlife wild by staying a safe distance from young wild animals. It’s essential to observe wild animals at a respectful distance to keep them wild.