DNR Weekly News Update, October 13, 2015
Big fish tales fill Wisconsin summer as anglers eye more opportunities for fall
MADISON -- From a pair of record breaking shortnose gar to one giant sturgeon, anglers made the most of their time on Wisconsin waters this summer. - Read Full Article
2015 Gold Seal Award Winners announced
MADISON – With peak colors rapidly approaching in southern Wisconsin, people looking for some spectacular view may want to consider a trip to southwestern Wisconsin to visit Wyalusing State Park, located 500 feet above the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers in Grant County. The park was recently voted “best place to ride/hike in the fall” in the 2015 Gold Seal award contest sponsored by the Friends of Wisconsin State Parks. - Read Full Article
Waterfowl on the move; head to Horicon for best viewing
HORICON, Wis. - Whether you like geese, cranes, ducks or other migrating birds, the viewing is good and getting better every day at Wisconsin's Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area. - Read Full Article
Forest Fire Protection Grant recipients announced for forest and wildland fire suppression
MADISON - There are 221 local fire departments in Wisconsin that will receive a total of $493,014 in grants this year for equipment, prevention, and training to enhance their forest fire protection and suppression ability, according to the Department of Natural Resources.. - Read Full Article