DNR launches 2017 license year sales on Wednesday MADISON - If you like to hunt, fish, boat or just get outdoors and enjoy Wisconsin's wild side, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages you to visit GoWild.Wi.Gov. - Read Full Article
Record number of extended growth walleye stocked in 2016 with more to come in 2017 MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources stocked a record number of extended growth walleye fingerlings in key Wisconsin waters in 2016, even as fish from the initial year of the Wisconsin Walleye Initiative are expected to begin reaching harvest size this year. - Read Full Article
Public hearings throughout Wisconsin provide great opportunity to provide feedback regarding fall waterfowl hunting season structure MADISON -- Public hearings in March will provide the public with an opportunity to offer feedback on the proposed Wisconsin fall waterfowl hunting season structure. - Read Full Article
New Wisconsin deer metrics system places important data at your fingertips MADISON -- A new deer metrics system provides a unique opportunity for people to take a detailed look at how County Deer Advisory Councils and the Department of Natural Resources work together with the public to manage Wisconsin's deer herd. - Read Full Article
Visit with DNR staff at Canoecopia in Madison March 10-12 and get ready for another great year on the water MADISON -Visitors to Canoecopia in Madison March 10-12 can find information about paddling and camping on some of the state's premier whitewater and quiet water rivers, learn how to stay safe on the water and purchase Wisconsin State Park admission stickers by visiting Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources displays in the exhibit hall and lobby. Visitors also will be able to pick up a free paddle guide to state natural areas they can explore by canoe and kayak, enter a free drawing for the bald eagle license plate that is a fundraiser for endangered species, and sign up for fishing and hunting for food classes. - Read Full Article
Oshkosh, Stoughton to Benefit from DNR Brownfields Awards MADISON -- Two Wisconsin communities will benefit from Department of Natural Resources brownfields awards to help investigate contamination at two former manufacturing properties, soon to be destined for new life. - Read Full Article
Entries Sought for Wisconsin Wild Turkey, Pheasant, and Waterfowl Stamp design contests MADISON - Wisconsin artists have until July 20 to submit artwork for the 2018 Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp design contests. - Read Full Article
Public comment period for draft management plans for State Natural Areas extended MADISON - The public comment period for draft management plans for 13 State Natural Areas located in south-central Wisconsin and the Door County Peninsula has been extended through March 21, 2017. - Read Full Article
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