MADISON, Wis. – Summers make for long, busy days on the 84,000 miles of Wisconsin rivers as residents and visitors load picnics, canoes, kayaks and kids’ toys for memorable fun along the shores and in the waters. This season, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ conservation wardens, local authorities and first responders are urging attention to safety when … [Read more...] about Be Safe While Having Fun: River Safety Starts With A Life Jacket
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DNR Wardens Join Local Boat Patrols For July 4 Safety Weekend
MADISON, Wis. – Boaters and paddlers enjoying Wisconsin’s waters during the Fourth of July weekend will see more state conservation wardens and local boat patrols spreading education and enforcing the state’s safe boating laws as part of the annual national Operation Dry Water. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Bureau of Law Enforcement will join local law … [Read more...] about DNR Wardens Join Local Boat Patrols For July 4 Safety Weekend
Wisconsin State Park Group Camping For 50 People Or Less Starts July 13
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will begin to allow group camping for groups of 50 or less with reservations on Monday, July 13. The DNR will also begin placing camp hosts at state park campgrounds, and firewood is now available at select state parks. Special park operation conditions remain in place to ensure the safety of staff and … [Read more...] about Wisconsin State Park Group Camping For 50 People Or Less Starts July 13
Clean Boats, Clean Waters for a Healthy Boating Summer
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin residents and visitors that are passionate about protecting waters from aquatic invasive species know the impact they can have on state waters and native species. For nearly 15 years Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) boat inspectors and educators have met boaters at lake and river launches to remind them that by taking simple preventative steps, … [Read more...] about Clean Boats, Clean Waters for a Healthy Boating Summer
DNR Hunter Safety Classes Resume July 13
MADISON, Wis. – In-person hunter and recreational vehicle education classes will resume July 13 under a set of guidelines and safety protocols released Friday by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Recreational Safety and Outdoor Skills Section under Phase II of the Wisconsin State Government Bounce Back Plan. The in-person hunter and recreational vehicle … [Read more...] about DNR Hunter Safety Classes Resume July 13