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Incidental Take Notice For Ashland County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to reissue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare turtle, which may result from the Bad River Meander Stabilization project. This permit was previously issued on Dec. 20, 2023; however, there has been a change in project activities resulting in a larger footprint, so the DNR has determined that a new public notice is warranted.
DNR Seeking Public Comment For Deer Management Unit Boundary Review
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking preliminary public input on proposed modifications to the state’s deer management unit boundaries. The comment period will run from Oct. 11 through Oct. 20, 2024.
Historic Elk Hunting Season Begins Oct. 12
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates the start of the 2024 elk hunting season on Saturday, Oct. 12. This is Wisconsin's seventh elk hunting season since the reintroduction of elk, but it also represents a milestone with the first season hunters have the opportunity to hunt in both the Northern and Central Elk Zones. Previous hunts only occurred within the Northern Elk Zone.
DNR Reminds Anglers That Inland Trout Fishing Season Closes Oct. 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the last day of the 2024 general inland trout fishing season is Tuesday, Oct. 15. After this date, anglers will no longer be allowed to fish inland streams, springs and spring-fed ponds for trout or salmon.
Explore Wisconsin State Parks And Forests By Candlelight This Fall
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to participate in candlelight events this fall and experience our state-managed properties in a new light.
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