MADISON – Some Wisconsin residents will see and hear loud, low-flying planes as early as sunrise beginning in late May. Planes will be spraying for gypsy moth caterpillars, invasive and destructive pests that feed on the leaves of many species of trees and shrubs.

MADISON – As spring settles in, state forestry officials urge homeowners to look for signs of gypsy moths. From late April (southern Wisconsin) through May (northern Wisconsin), a new generation of gypsy moth caterpillars will hatch.

MADISON – Anglers can now find fish species information, boat access sites, shore fishing areas, lake information and regulations in the palm of their hand: the Department of Natural Resources has updated its Wisconsin Fish & Wildlife mobile app to include a full array of fishing information.

MADISON – Department of Natural Resources fire officials remind residents and property owners that personal responsibility is the key to preventing and to preparing for wildfires, and it can start with something as simple as a walk back to make sure a burned debris pile is truly out. “This time of year, wildfires are a…

MADISON – Wisconsin’s air quality continues to improve – that’s the latest message coming from the most recent data in the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Air Quality Trends Report.

MADISON — Two changes in Wisconsin snowmobile laws in recent weeks promise to enhance enjoyment of the sport’s heritage and encourage support for the voluntary trail maintenance efforts that make Wisconsin a standout winter recreation destination.

MADISON – People across Wisconsin have been contacting state forestry officials noting they are seeing some unsightly brown on the evergreen trees along roadsides, parks and yards.

MADISON – Many Wisconsin residents perform the routine task of taking out the garbage once a week, but state environmental officials say that almost one-quarter of what is thrown out isn’t really garbage at all.