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Awards | Invasives

Wisconsin Invasive Species Council Announces Invasive Species Action Awards Winners

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) congratulates the winners of the 2025 Invasive Species Action Awards, presented by the Wisconsin Invasive Species council during Invasive Species Action Month. The governor-appointed Council advises the DNR and the state legislature on invasive species issues.

Construction | Rivers

Water Flow Improvement Project At Sam Gordy’s Slough To Begin In June

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced construction activities will begin at Sam Gordy’s Backwater Complex on June 9, 2025. The project will improve fish habitat by restoring flow with the main Mississippi River channel and improving water quality.

Safety | Boat

DNR Investigating Fatal Boating Accident In Waukesha County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating a fatal boating accident in Waukesha County.

Safety | Facilities and Lands

DNR Seeking Tips On Great River State Trail Bridge Fire

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking the public’s help on the ongoing investigation into the cause of a fire that destroyed the 68-year-old Tank Creek Bridge in Trempealeau County on the Great River State Trail.

About/General | Monitoring | Public Health | Air Quality

DNR Recommends Wisconsinites Limit Time Outside Due To Canadian Wildfire Smoke

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is recommending Wisconsinites reduce their time outdoors Tuesday, June 3 and into Wednesday, June 4 due to ongoing air quality advisories resulting from Canadian wildfire smoke.