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Education | Events | Recreation | Fishing

Attend A Youth Fishing Clinic In Southeast Wisconsin On April 12

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend a youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin was held 40 years ago. Come out and celebrate the anniversary of fishing education in the region at one of nine parks in Milwaukee and Washington counties.

Monitoring | Safety | Forest Fire

DNR: 750-Acre Big Island Fire In Green Lake County Now 100% Contained

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 750-acre Big Island Fire in the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area in Green Lake County is now 100% contained. The fire was extinguished around midnight.

Monitoring | Safety | Forest Fire

DNR Suppressing 720-Acre Wildfire In Green Lake County

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fire crews and local agencies are on the scene of the roughly 720-acre Big Island Fire in the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area in Green Lake County. The fire broke out at 4:30 p.m. today and is currently 10-15% contained.

Education | Environmental Protection | Water Use

Conserve Water, Fix A Leak This Week

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of preventing household water waste and practicing water conservation in recognition of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Fix A Leak Week, March 17-23.

Awards | Urban Forests

Wisconsin Tree Leaders Recognized For Exceptional Community Service

The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council recently announced its annual awards honoring those dedicated to protecting, preserving and increasing the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks and beautify neighborhoods throughout the state.