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Wisconsin NRB Meeting Dec. 14

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the December board meeting to consider several proposed rulemaking documents, hearings and donations.

Environmental Protection | News

Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the "incidental taking" of a rare lizard and turtle, which may result from the Bourbon Ridge Development. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not put the species' overall population at risk.

Recreation | Fishing

Lake Trout Season For Lake Superior Opens Dec. 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the opening of Lake Superior’s lake trout season is Dec. 1. The season runs until Sept. 30, 2023 or until the harvest cap is met.

About/General | Recreation | Safety | Hunt

2022 Gun Deer Hunt Harvest Totals And License Sales Now Available

The 2022 gun deer hunt in Wisconsin kicked off the holiday season with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, put delicious, wild-harvested protein on the table and make memories with family and friends. Preliminary license sales, harvest registration and hunting incident numbers are now available.

Recreation | Parks

State Park And Forest Annual Admission Stickers And Trail Passes Available For Purchase On Nov. 25

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the 2023 state park and forest annual admission stickers and trail passes will go on sale Friday, Nov. 25.