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Recreation | Safety | Outdoor Recreation

DNR Opens Columbia County Shooting Range

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the handgun range at the Columbia County Shooting Range at Mud Lake Wildlife Area is open following safety improvements.

Financial Assistance | Safety | Storm Water

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of The City Of Greenwood Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Greenwood is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the reconstruction associated with watermain and stormwater improvements along portions of Miller Street.

Environmental Protection | Regulations

Incidental Take Notice For Sauk County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare turtle, which may result from the town of Spring Green project along Kennedy Road in Sauk County.

Financial Assistance | Recreation | Safety | ATV

DNR Offering Funding To Organizations Promoting Safe ATV/UTV Operation

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced funding opportunities for organizations recruiting and training all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) safety instructors and volunteer trail ambassadors. Organizations are encouraged to apply for this two-year program by June 12, 2023, for up to $302,067 in funding.

Wildlife Habitat

DNR Highlights Habitat Restoration Partnerships

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is proud to highlight partnerships with several external organizations that help improve public land and habitat across our state. Earlier this year, the DNR added two new partnerships to the growing list who help strengthen the DNR's mission to protect and improve habitat for wildlife species.