Important Timely News
Retired Rick
Feb 10, 2026
2026 Sturgeon Spearing Season Opens Feb. 14
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is preparing for the sturgeon spearing season opening Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, on the Winnebago System.
With one of the largest lake sturgeon populations in North America, the Winnebago System supports an annual spearing season that runs for a maximum of 16 days (closing March 1, 2026) or until any of the predetermined harvest caps have been met.
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Retired Rick
Feb 10, 2026
Learn About Fisheries Management In Northern Wisconsin At Upcoming DNR Public Meetings
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a series of informational meetings across the northern regions of the state to educate the public on various fisheries management and habitat topics.
The meetings are part of a spotlight series highlighting various fisheries in Green Bay, the Winnebago System and inland waters in northern Wisconsin. The sessions will be held both in person and virtually via Microsoft Teams over the next two months from 6 to 8 p.m., giving the public a chance to meet and learn from their local DNR fishery resource specialists.
More information on these meetings, including Microsoft Teams login information, can be found on the DNR's Meetings & Hearings calendar.
EVENT DETAILS
35 Years Of Fisheries Management In Wisconsins Ceded Territory
Presenters: Lawrence Eslinger and Gene Hatzenbeler, DNR fisheries biologists, Mark Luehring, GLIFWC Inland Fisheries Section Leader, and Aaron Shultz, GLIFWC Climate Change Inland Fisheries Biologist
When: Feb. 12, 2026
Where: Virtual and Rhinelander and Spooner DNR Service Centers (107 Sutliff Ave., Rhinelander, or 810 W Maple St., Spooner)
Retired Rick
Feb 5, 2026
Stewardship Friends Grants Approved For 32 DNR Improvement Projects
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the approval of Stewardship funding for Friends Grants to 29 nonprofit organizations for improvements at DNR-managed properties across the state. The State Building Commission approved the funding for 32 projects totaling $499,144 in Stewardship grant dollars, leveraging $572,061 in matching contributions and $3 million in total project costs.
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Retired Rick
Jan 22, 2026
DNR To Host Public Meeting On Fisheries Genetic Management Plan Jan. 28
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a public meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 28, to discuss the Fisheries Management Bureaus statewide genetic management plan.
This meeting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in person at the UW-Stevens Point DeBot Dining Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and virtually via Microsoft Teams. The Fisheries Management Bureau is committed to stocking fish with the greatest potential for survival and has been working over the past several years to update the statewide genetics management plan using the most current data and science.
DNR Fisheries staff will present and discuss the updated statewide genetics management plan and seek public comments and input.
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Retired Rick
Jan 22, 2026
DNR Publishes Wisconsin Food Waste Evaluation
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released a Wisconsin Food Waste Evaluation report that provides key details about Wisconsins existing food waste generation and management.
The report includes recommendations for individuals, businesses and government agencies to reduce food waste going to landfills as part of a statewide goal.
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Retired Rick
Jan 21, 2026
DNR Seeking Nominations For 2025 Hunter And Archery Education Awards
Deadline To Submit Nominations Is Feb. 15
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting nominations for the 2025 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year, Hunter Education Group of the Year and Archery Education Instructor of the Year awards.
Current hunter and archery education instructors and hunter education groups that have significantly advanced hunter safety on a voluntary basis through extraordinary service are eligible to be nominated.
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Retired Rick
Jan 20, 2026
Wisconsinites Reminded To Participate In Wisconsin Conservation Congress Resolution Process
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invites all Wisconsinites to take part in its annual spring hearing process.
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.
Wisconsin residents are invited to submit ideas as proposed resolutions now through Monday, Feb. 9. An individual may submit no more than two resolutions per year, and the resolutions must meet the following criteria:
The concern must be of statewide impact.
The concern must be practical, achievable and reasonable.
The concern must be within the mission and vision of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress.
Those interested in submitting a resolution can visit the DNR and WCCs Spring Hearings webpage.
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Retired Rick
Jan 17, 2026
Wisconsin NRB Meeting Jan. 28
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) will meet in-person for the January meeting to consider proposed rulemaking documents and other matters.
The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28 in public meeting room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF 2), 101 South Webster Street, Madison, Wisconsin. The Board will act on items 1-4 and 7-8 as listed on the agenda.
The public is encouraged to watch the January meeting on the DNRs YouTube channel.
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Retired Rick
Jan 17, 2026
Help Protect Our Waters By Reducing Winter Salt Use
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Salt Wise invite the public to learn more about the impacts of road salt on our drinking water and freshwater ecosystems during Winter Salt Awareness Week, Jan. 26-30, 2026.
Winter Salt Awareness Week will include a series of YouTube livestreams featuring speakers and topics focused on the true impacts of salt and ways to be a freshwater advocate.
Speakers and topics include:
Monday, Jan. 26, Megan Rippy and Dr. Stan Grant (Virginia Tech) discuss their research on freshwater salinization.
Tuesday, Jan. 27, Phil Sexton (Maryland) and Aron Rodman (West Bend, WI) discuss their experience with using salt-reduction practices in winter maintenance.
Wednesday, Jan. 28, Martin Tirado (Snow & Ice Management Association) and Jim Turban (Cornerstone Partners Horticultural Services Co.) discuss implementing Smart Salting contracts for winter property maintenance.
Thursday, Jan. 29, Connie Fortin (Bolton & Menk) and Wilf Nixon (Department of Public Works, Pella, IA) discuss engineering solutions to reduce salt use.
Friday, Jan. 30, Abby Hileman (Izaak Walton League of America) and Mary Rooney (EnviroAce) will discuss ways to mobilize action in your community and advocate for change.
Friday, Jan. 30, Laura Eaton (Friends of the Rouge) and Paige Vicholoa-Silva (Farmington River Watershed Association) discuss monitoring for salt in your local waterbodies.
Register in advance or watch afterward on the Wisconsin Salt Wise YouTube Channel.
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Retired Rick
Jan 13, 2026
Winter Free Fishing Weekend Opens Doors To The Outdoors Jan. 17-18
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 to share the fun and excitement of winter fishing.
Winter Free Fishing Weekend gives families, friends and newcomers an opportunity give fishing a try or introduce another to the sport. Fishing offers more than just a chance to hook a fish it is a great way to connect with nature, share time with loved ones, learn about Wisconsins aquatic resources and put some delicious food on your table.
During Winter Free Fishing Weekend, residents and nonresidents may fish most state waters without purchasing a fishing license, trout stamp or salmon stamp (see exceptions regarding trout waters).
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