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Recreation | Parks

Lake Kegonsa State Park Gets New Bike Trail Connection

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating the grand opening of Dane County’s Lower Yahara River Trail – Phase 2, which adds a new paved bike trail at Lake Kegonsa State Park and a trail connection to Fish Camp County Park.

Education | Wildlife Habitat

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.

Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Regulations | Invasives

Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Shares Recommendations For Chapter NR 40 Revisions

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has received the proposed revisions to Wisconsin’s Invasive Species Identification, Classification and Control Rule (Chapter NR 40 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code) from the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council. This governor-appointed council advises the DNR and the state legislature on invasive species issues, including Chapter NR 40.

Recreation | Safety | Hunt

Waterfowl Hunters: Boat Safely This Season

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds waterfowl hunters to follow best boating safety practices as they hit the water this season.

Public Health | Drinking Water

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of Watertown Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Watertown is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system.