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DNR Seeking Public Input On PFAS Contamination In Marinette, Peshtigo And Surrounding Communities

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is holding online listening sessions on Wednesday, July 21, to seek public input on PFAS contamination in the city of Marinette, the town of Peshtigo and surrounding communities. These listening sessions are the 15th in a series of public input opportunities hosted by the DNR for area residents. 

License | Registration | Fishing

Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing Application Deadline Aug. 1

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes sturgeon spearing tag is Aug. 1.

Construction | Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

Incidental Take Notice For Eau Claire 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 City of Augusta Water Quality Trading Project.  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.

Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Public Health | Waterways

Wisconsin Beachgoers: Be Aware Of Blue-Green Algae Risks

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding beachgoers and their pets to watch for blue-green algae and know the risks. Blue-green algae can cause illness if swallowed or inhaled in water droplets, or irritation if rubbed on the skin under clothing.

About/General | Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Wildlife Habitat

Spring Waterfowl Survey Results Show Overall Population Increase

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced an increase in the waterfowl population across most of the state, despite dry winter and spring weather.