Wisconsin DNR — Mid‑October 2025 Highlights
As Leaves Fall, Wildfire Danger Increases
Advisory noting elevated fire danger driven by dry, windy conditions and abundant leaf litter. Guidance included checking daily fire danger, permits, and postponing burns until safer conditions (or snow cover) return.
Wild Rose Fish Hatchery Open House
Public open house featuring educational stations about gamefish, hands‑on activities (e.g., fish printing, fly‑casting), and hatchery tours highlighting stocking and restoration work.
International Bat Week (Oct 24–31)
Statewide programming encouraging bat conservation, volunteer opportunities with the Wisconsin Bat Program, backyard habitat tips (snags, bat houses, native plants, water sources), and avenues to donate to conservation.
State Revolving Fund Programs Highlight
Overview of Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water financing tools used by municipalities to upgrade infrastructure via low‑interest loans and principal forgiveness.
Date window covered: Oct 14–27, 2025.