C.W. Caywood Memorial Shooting Range Remains Closed After Safety Hazard

Alternative ranges in the area are available.

Lower Menominee River Area Of Concern Delisted

Significant milestone achieved to clean up historical pollution in the Great Lakes

Historic Cleanup Of Lower Fox River Completed After 17 Years

Millions of yards of contamination removed from riverbed.

Labor Day Boating Safety Reminders

The Wisconsin DNR reminds residents to wear life jackets on the waterways.

ATV/UTV Operators Urged To Ride Responsibly This Labor Day Weekend

So far in 2020 there have been 23 fatal ATV and UTV incidents, compared to 14 in 2019.

Hook And Line Lake Sturgeon Season Opens Sept. 5 In Wisconsin

The season lasts until the end of the month.

Daily Admission Passes For Wisconsin State Parks Available Friday, Sept. 4

Many properties have electronic pay stations where visitors will be able to purchase both annual and daily passes with a credit card.

Groundwater Coordinating Council Recommendations To Improve Groundwater In WI

Nearly three-quarters of Wisconsin residents rely on groundwater as the primary source for their drinking water.

The DNR Is Enhancing Ozone Monitoring Across Wisconsin

Information from the monitors is updated hourly and available for the public to view.

Wisconsin Hunters, Trappers In the Final Countdown To Fall Season Openers.

Archery and crossbow season begins Sept. 12.

New Restrictions On PFAS-Containing Firefighting Foams Effective Sept. 1

The foams are only to be used in emergency firefighting operations or testing in an appropriately equipped facility.

Accreditation Assessment Team Invites Public Comment On Muskego Police Department

The Wisconsin Law Enforcement Accreditation Group requires agencies to comply with state-of-the-art standards.

'Mind Games' Virtual Program Returns On Sept. 1

William Pack returns with a second edition of this popular program, which is packed with interactive games.

Elevated PFAS Levels Found In Ditch Downstream Of JCI/Tyco

The sample results came from surface water monitoring being done as part of the investigation of the Fire Technology Center in Marinette.

DNR To Do Environmental Review Of Stoughton's Proposed Safe Drinking Water Loan Project

Public comments are requested.

Lower Wisconsin Riverway Receives International Designation

Online presentations for people to learn more about the riverway will be held Sept. 11 and Sept. 17.

E-Cycle Wisconsin Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary

325 million pounds Of electronics have been recycled over the past decade.

Wisconsin DNR Seeks Public Input On Water Quality Standards

The process is required by the Clean Water Act.

Mourning Dove, Early Teal And Early Goose Seasons Open Sept. 1

Hunters will be allowed to head to Wisconsin's fields and marshes once again.

Public Invited To Comment On Wisconsin Water Quality Planning Reports

Targeted Watershed Assessments (TWA) help document progress made in protecting waterbodies throughout the state.

Wisconsin DNR Announces Wild Turkey, Pheasant And Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest Winners

A total of 22 wildlife artists submitted 37 pieces of work for the competition.

DNR: People Are Connecting With Wisconsin's Great Outdoors More Than Ever

Visitors flock to state parks in search of space for social distancing during the COVID-19 era.

DNR Seeks Input On Proposed ATV/UTV Route Connections In Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

The system of routes would connect communities and provide additional recreation opportunities.

All-Terrain Wheelchairs And Adaptive Equipment Open The Outdoors For Wisconsinites With Disabilities

Recent permit changes that have increased accessibly across the state.

DNR Seeks Input On Proposed ATV/UTV And Snowmobile Corridors

Changes would impact the Willow Flowage Scenic Waters Area.

Free Community Shredding Event Set For Saturday In Muskego

Residents are invited to bring personal papers and files to the public library from 9 to 11 a.m.

Pattison State Park Trails Reopen This Week

The 2018 storms required $750,000 in repairs.

Wisconsin DNR Recycling Excellence Award Nominations Now Open

The deadline for nominations is Sept. 15.

Wisconsin Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities Set For Oct. 3-11

Eligible hunters hoping to participate in the hunt must contact a sponsor to sign up before Sept. 1.

Wisconsin DNR Releases Ruffed Grouse West Nile Virus Test Results

Likely exposure was 11 percent but none of the 188 samples had evidence of the virus present in their hearts.

Wisconsin DNR Advises Public To Watch For Salamanders, Snakes, Frogs And Lizards On The Road

Residents and visitors are being asked to report road crossings where these reptiles and amphibians are found dead or alive.

DNR Asks For Public Help In Tracking Wisconsin's Deer Population

Participants can report their deer sightings through an easy-to-use online form.

Wisconsinites Encouraged To Apply For DNR Surface Water Grant Funds

The grants will support projects that benefit lakes, rivers and wetlands.

DNR: Platte River Water Trail Project May Result In "Incidental Taking" Of A Rare Frog

Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of endangered animals or plants that does not put the overall population at risk.

C.W. Caywood Shooting Range In Vilas County Closed Until Further Notice Due To Safety Concerns

Options to be considered include engineering improvements to the shooting facility, range monitoring and modified hours of operation.

DNR Publishes Intent To Reissue Wastewater Discharge Permit For JCI/TYCO Facility In Marinette

The draft permit proposes substantial reductions in arsenic loading to the Menominee River and first-time imposition of PFAS limitations.

DNR: Water Safety Always Starts With A Life Jacket

In Wisconsin, 89% of the 2019 boat fatalities were not wearing life jackets.

Lake Michigan Whitefish Virtual Meeting Set For Aug. 18

Options on the best path forward for this species will be discussed.

Botanists Identify - And Contain - A New Invasive Grass In Wisconsin

Officials say early identification and reporting will keep it from spreading.

Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting Set For Aug. 12

Several proposed emergency rules will be considered.