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Public Health | Education

Keep Wildlife Wild This Holiday Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to help keep wildlife wild this holiday weekend by keeping a respectful distance and observing wildlife from afar. During the warmer months of spring and summer, the frequency of human and wildlife encounters increases, especially those involving young wild animals.

Business | Environmental Protection | Green Tier

The C.A. Lawton Co. Renews Tier 2 Participation In Green Tier

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the renewal of a Green Tier participation contract with The C.A. Lawton Co. (Lawton) in DePere. The agreement with Lawton is a continuation of the original Tier 2 contract that was signed in 2021.

Awards | Environmental Protection | Recreation | News

Wisconsin Conservation Congress Honors Youth Delegate Of The Year

On behalf of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC), the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to acknowledge Tommy Burr of Eagle River as the first annual recipient of the Youth Conservation Congress (YCC) Delegate of the Year Award.

About/General | Environmental Protection | Monitoring | Public Health | Spills

DNR Monitoring Manure Spill Near Village Of Norwalk, Monroe County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recent manure spill in Monroe County. Spill response began over the weekend and DNR staff continue to monitor the situation.

License | Recreation | Regulations | Hunt

DNR Reminds Hunters To Apply For A 2025 Elk Hunting License By May 31

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsin hunters that they have until May 31, 2025 to apply for a chance at a 2025 elk hunting license.