Wildlife Habitat
- News
Incidental Take Notice For Columbia County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare snake, which may result from the I-90/94 Baraboo River Bridge – Abutment and Pier Repairs. 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.
- Hearing/Meeting
Sharp-tailed Grouse Field Foresters and Managers Tour
This is a field tour discussing considerations and techniques used when planning timber sales with barrens habitat objectives.
- News
Help Benefit Wisconsin Wildlife By Completing Citizen-Science Surveys For Deer & Birds
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking the public’s help in collecting crucial deer and game bird management data.
- News
Incidental Take Notice For Adams County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Sedge Village project.
- News
Spring Surveys Show Mixed Results For Ruffed Grouse, Pheasant And Waterfowl
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the annual spring surveys of Wisconsin ruffed grouse and pheasant showed below-average counts. By contrast, the results of the spring waterfowl breeding survey indicate good numbers and excellent habitat conditions for migratory birds.
- News
Incidental Take Notice For Waushara County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Y18/Y49 Transmission Line Rebuild project.
- News
Be Bear Aware: Encounters Increase During Summer
Following several recent black bear sightings across the state, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public to take precautions to avoid potential conflicts this summer.
- News
Drawdown Aims To Improve Waterfowl Habitat At French Creek Wildlife Area
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that local residents and users of the French Creek Wildlife Area near Portage will soon notice a significant change to the main flowage of the wildlife area due to an existing project aimed at improving prime waterfowl habitat.
- News
Elk Monitoring Volunteers Needed In Flambeau River State Forest And Clam Lake
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers to host cameras in the Flambeau River State Forest and Clam Lake to effectively monitor the reintroduced elk herds in Wisconsin.
- Hearing/Meeting
Sharp-tailed Grouse Advisory Committee Meeting
The discussions will focus on the recent Spring Population Survey Results and issues surrounding the future of this game bird.