Important Timely News
Retired Rick
Jul 27, 2026
Applications For 2027 Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing Season Due Aug. 1
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes tag or purchase a preference point is Aug. 1, 2026 for the upcoming 2027 sturgeon spearing season.
Within the Winnebago System, the Upriver Lakes are shallower than Lake Winnebago. Due to this, water clarity is not as much of a concern to spearers during the season, resulting in higher success rates. To ensure lake sturgeon are not overharvested in this area, only 500 license holders are selected annually to spear on lakes Poygan, Winneconne or Butte des Morts.
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Jul 27, 2026
DNR Announces 2025 Warden Of The Year
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Lt. Jonathan Kaiser was named the 2025 Warden of the Year.
Known among the DNR Division of Public Safety and Resource Protections conservation wardens as the go-to dependable teammate, Lt. Kaiser has spent his entire career perfecting the community policing model, and his performance is second to none.128436
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Retired Rick
Jul 22, 2026
DNR Releases Fall 2026-Spring 2027 Hunting Regulations And Fall Hunting And Trapping Forecasts
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released both the hunting regulations (fall 2026-spring 2027) and the 2026 fall forecast series. Together, these resources contain most of the information that hunters will need to participate in hunting game species. The fall forecasts also include hunting and trapping outlooks for a variety of popular game species.
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Retired Rick
Jul 15, 2026
Special Wisconsin NRB Meeting July 23
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will convene for a special virtual meeting at 8 a.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The Board will act on items 1 and 2 as listed on the agenda.
The public is encouraged to watch the July meeting on the DNRs YouTube channel.
During the July meeting, the Board will be considering:
Request that the Board authorize a preliminary public hearing and comment period for the Statement of Scope for Emergency Board Order NH-10-26 (E) and Board Order NH-11-26, for proposed rules affecting ch. NR 12, related to wolf depredation claims
The complete July NRB meeting agenda is available on the DNR website.
In addition to being encouraged to watch the upcoming meeting, there are opportunities for the public to testify and to submit written comments about issues that come before the NRB. More information regarding public participation at Board meetings is available on the DNR website.
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Retired Rick
Jul 15, 2026
Sharp-Tailed Grouse Hunting Season Closed For 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the sharp-tailed grouse hunting season will be closed for 2026. Permits and applications will not be available or accepted this year.
Each year, the Sharp-tailed Grouse Advisory Committee, consisting of government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, tribal interests and conservation groups, uses a variety of population metrics to make a recommendation about a potential hunting season. They use several metrics, including the spring lek surveys, nesting success, winter survivability and habitat data.
Each of the four previous years have indicated an increase in the sharp-tailed grouse population; however, the committee evaluated the 2026 data and recommended to not hold a hunting season.
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Retired Rick
Jul 14, 2026
DNR Highlights Accessible Outdoor Options For Universal Recreation Month
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to learn more about the universal recreation options available through the Wisconsin State Park System, including accessible infrastructure, adaptive equipment and sensory-friendly activities.
July is Disability Pride Month and the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a federal civil rights law passed in July 1990 that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities. The DNR is committed to providing exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities on public lands in Wisconsin for people of all abilities during Disability Pride Month and year-round.
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Jul 2, 2026
Wisconsinites Invited To Participate In Wisconsin Conservation Congress Resolution Process
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invites Wisconsinites to submit proposed resolutions for the 2027 Spring Hearings.
The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on how to responsibly manage Wisconsins natural resources.
Each year, Wisconsin residents have an opportunity to submit ideas as resolutions to the WCC.
Wisconsinites can submit proposed resolutions via the online process starting on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026.
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Retired Rick
Jul 2, 2026
NRB Approves 2026 Deer Season Quotas And Framework
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that on June 24, 2026, the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved the deer harvest quotas and framework for the 2026 Wisconsin deer hunting season.
Beginning Aug. 17, 272,720 total bonus antlerless harvest authorizations will be available for purchase across the state. These authorizations are in addition to the free antlerless harvest authorizations issued in farmland zones, which are not reflected in this total.
These recommendations were formed in partnership with Citizen Deer Advisory Councils (CDACs) and based on public feedback and deer population objectives.
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Retired Rick
Jul 2, 2026
Become A Community Scientist By Surveying Game Birds This July And August
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Wisconsinites can become community scientists by participating in the Game Bird Survey, open today, July 1, through Aug. 31, 2026.
Data from these surveys are used by DNR scientists to track population productivity of game birds (i.e. wild turkeys, ruffed grouse and pheasants).
"Wherever you are out in Wisconsin, you can help the DNR manage wildlife by collecting data in your area," said Paul Frater, DNR surveys coordinator. "Sightings can easily be submitted through our app, and every submission increases our dataset and helps build a more complete picture of how game birds are doing throughout the state. The DNR encourages everyone interested in wildlife from hunters and trappers to outdoor enthusiasts to take part."
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Jun 24, 2026
DNR Announces 2026 Ruffed Grouse And Pheasant Survey Results
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that 2026 data is now available from annual spring surveys of Wisconsin ruffed grouse and pheasant.
Pheasant observations were above the 5-year average for the third consecutive year. The results of the ruffed grouse survey are on track with the 10-year population trend. Find these wildlife survey reports and others on the DNR's Wisconsin Wildlife Reports webpage.
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