Important Timely News
Retired Rick
Apr 10, 2026
2026 Spring Turkey Season Opens April 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds turkey hunters that the 2026 spring turkey season opens on Wednesday, April 15.
The regular season is open through May 26, and all seven turkey management zones will be open for hunting during the spring season.
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Retired Rick
Apr 8, 2026
Ojibwe Spring Fishing Season Starting Soon
Wisconsinites Reminded Of Protected Tribal Right To Fish
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites of the protected tribal right to fish in certain Wisconsin waterways and the legal consequences they could face if found interfering with that right during the upcoming Ojibwe spring fishing season.
The DNR fully supports Ojibwe sovereignty and the rights of tribal members to hunt, fish and gather in the Ceded Territories. These rights are guaranteed by federal treaty and affirmed by the judicial system, said DNR Secretary Karen Hyun. Any interference with tribal members engaged in this traditional practice is illegal and will not be tolerated. The safety of Ojibwe fishers is a top priority for the DNR, and any reports of violence or other harassment of tribal members exercising their treaty rights will be swiftly addressed.
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Retired Rick
Apr 7, 2026
Wisconsin's General Fishing Season Opens May 2; New Regulations In Effect
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers the 2026 2027 general inland fishing season will open statewide Saturday, May 2. Several new regulations and season structures are now in effect, and anglers are encouraged to review the regulations before hitting the water.
With more than 15,000 inland lakes, 42,000 miles of perennial streams and rivers, 1,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline and 260 miles of the Mississippi River, there are plenty of great places to wet a line over opening weekend and all season long.
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Retired Rick
Mar 31, 2026
Take A Field Trip With The Natural Resources Foundation
NRF Offering 280 Unique Field Trips To Celebrate Its 40th Anniversary
The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) has just announced 280 outdoor adventures available during its 2026 Field Trip season.
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, NRF is offering a wide variety of hands-on, expert-led nature experiences for adults and families all over the state. NRF has been protecting Wisconsin's lands, waters and wildlife and connecting all people with nature since 1986, and has been leading field trips since 1993.
Each year, NRF members eagerly await the announcement of the years trips and begin planning which ones theyd like to attend. NRF field trips are available to all NRF members and proceeds from trips support conservation.
Trip registration is first-come, first-served, and opens at noon on April 8. People who are interested in NRF field trips are encouraged to renew their NRF memberships well in advance of the busy registration date.
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Retired Rick
Mar 30, 2026
DNR Seeking Safety Education Instructors
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)'s Safety Education programs are seeking avid hunters, passionate recreationalists and outdoor enthusiasts to join their safety education volunteer corps.
Instructors are needed in all areas of safety education: hunter/bow, ATV/UTV, snowmobile and boat.
Instructors are an important part of the Hunter Education Program.
They leave a lasting impression with their students and help create a safe hunting environment for all who recreate in Wisconsin, said Lt. Renee Thok, DNR hunter education administrator. Hunter Education takes great pride in our instructor corps, and we are looking for more exceptional individuals to help continue safe hunting in Wisconsin.
The other safety education programs also depend on instructors.
Wisconsin is safer because of the dedication of instructors, and we need more to join our teams," said Lt. Jacob Holsclaw, DNR off-highway vehicle administrator.
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Retired Rick
Mar 29, 2026
Read about Torchy Timberloss a 1950's Wisconsin developed forest fire prevention tool created about the same time as Smokey Bear.
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Retired Rick
Mar 18, 2026
DNR And Wisconsin Conservation Congress To Host Spring Hearings.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invite the public to attend the annual Fish and Wildlife Spring Hearings held in their county on Monday, April 13, at 6 p.m. to learn about and provide input on resource management in the state. An online opportunity for public input will also be available from 6 p.m. on April 13 through 6 p.m. on April 15.
At the in-person spring hearings, DNR staff and WCC delegates will be on hand to discuss local issues of importance, answer questions from the public and open a dialogue between the public, the DNR and the WCC about areas of interest and concern.
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Retired Rick
Mar 15, 2026
Bonus Harvest Authorizations For Spring Turkey Season Available Beginning March 16
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin selling bonus harvest authorizations for the 2026 spring turkey season on Monday, March 16, with a designated sale date for each zone.
Previously known as leftover permits, bonus harvest authorizations will be available online through the Go Wild license portal and at all license sales agents. Sales will begin at 10 a.m. and run through midnight each day. Anyone still seeking harvest authorizations may purchase bonus authorizations at this time.
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Retired Rick
Mar 11, 2026
Order Native Plants To Support Wisconsin's Pollinators. Beautify Your Yard And Boost Habitat For Bees, Birds And More
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that native plant sales are popping up around the state now through early June. By planting native plants in your outdoor space, you can support the entire ecosystem by providing the most beneficial food for pollinators.
Native plant sales are offered across Wisconsin this spring as local nonprofit organizations and governments host online preorders and in-person sales, which often serve as fundraisers for conservation groups. Wisconsinites have a chance to buy plants in advance while benefiting local organizations and adding color to their garden or a patio container. While many in-person sales occur in May and June, some require orders in advance that are due in March or April.
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Retired Rick
Feb 28, 2026
Application Period For The 2026 Elk Season Opens March 1
A bull elk stands proudly next to a cow grazing in a grassy field.
Applications for Wisconsin's 2026 elk season open on Sunday, March 1.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that the application period for Wisconsin's 2026 elk hunt will open Sunday, March 1, and close on Sunday, May 31. Applicants and selected hunters will see increased opportunities again in 2026. These include increased application options and license availability, coupled with a longer hunting season.
For the third year in a row, there will be increased opportunity to pursue elk within the Central Elk Management Zone (formerly Black River Elk Range), as additional bull elk and antlerless harvest authorizations will be available through the state licensing system. The 2026 elk quota for the Central Elk Management Zone is six bull elk and six antlerless elk, up from a quota of four bull and five antlerless in 2025.
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