MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Tourism’s Office of Outdoor Recreation released its economic report today. Produced by Headwaters Economics, an independent, bipartisan, and nonprofit research firm, Outdoor Recreation: A Top Driver of Wisconsin’s Economy details the depth and sizeable impact of the industry to Wisconsin’s economy. “Wisconsin has … [Read more...] about Report Shows Outdoor Recreation a Key Driver of Wisconsin’s Economy
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2021 State Park Admission Passes On Sale Dec. 1
MADISON, Wis. – Anyone looking for the perfect holiday gift for outdoor enthusiasts can purchase the new 2021 Wisconsin State Park admission sticker or trail pass just in time for the holidays. The 2021 state park stickers and state trail passes go on sale Dec. 1. Get ahead of the fun and give those looking to find an adventure access to some of the most … [Read more...] about 2021 State Park Admission Passes On Sale Dec. 1
Preliminary Nine-Day Deer Hunt Harvest Totals And License Sales Now Available
MADISON, Wis. – Anyone who has ever experienced Wisconsin's famed gun deer season knows it's a tradition bigger than any buck. Wisconsin's 169th gun deer season kicked off Nov. 21 and runs through Nov. 29. Preliminary License Sales DataPreliminary figures indicate that the number of deer hunters in Wisconsin increased compared to the same period for both 2019 and … [Read more...] about Preliminary Nine-Day Deer Hunt Harvest Totals And License Sales Now Available
Snapshot Wisconsin Project Reaches 50 Million Photos
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Snapshot Wisconsin project recently reached an impressive milestone; volunteers have collected 50 million photos since its launch in 2016. Snapshot Wisconsin is a citizen-science program that gets the public involved to help monitor wildlife. Volunteers host a network of trail cameras that … [Read more...] about Snapshot Wisconsin Project Reaches 50 Million Photos
Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting August 12
MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet virtually for the August board meeting to consider several proposed emergency rules and informational items. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020, originating from Public Meeting Room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF 2), 101 S. Webster St., Madison, Wisconsin. The … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Virtual Meeting August 12