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Wisconsin Conservation Congress, The annual Spring Hearings process

By RVL / January 23, 2026

 

 

Wisconsin Conservation Congress

Latest DNR Magazine Has The Story On Its Legacy And Future

Scouting locations for a WCC youth waterfowl hunt at Sandhill Wildlife Area. 

The annual Spring Hearings process from the Wisconsin Conservation Congress allows the public to be involved and weigh in on a variety of conservation issues in the state by submitting ideas for proposed resolutions and then voting on the items that end up on the ballot. Through Feb. 9, individuals may submit up to two proposals via the 2026 Citizen Resolution Submittal Form, which includes rules for submissions. Voting on the resolutions that meet the criteria will take place in early April.

It’s one of the biggest ways the Wisconsin Conservation Congress — authorized by state statute to advise the Natural Resources Board and the DNR — goes about its important work. The latest issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine has all you need to know about the WCC, which features elected delegates from all 72 Wisconsin counties. “Legacy and future of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress” highlights the history and current processes of the WCC and the vital role it plays in making sure residents’ voices are heard in natural resources policy and management.

The magazine also shines a spotlight on the WCC’s outreach effort for young people — the Youth Conservation Congress. Pick up the winter issue to learn how the “YCC helps shape the next generation of conservation” with activities including hunting and fishing outings, educational programs and career exploration.

 

Check out the winter digital edition online for these stories and more great content. You also can subscribe online or by phone at 1-800-678-9472 to get the print issue delivered for yourself or buy a gift subscription for friends and family

Also note that those who purchase a Wisconsin conservation patron license get a one-year magazine subscription as part of that deal, along with multiple hunting and fishing licenses, annual state park and trail passes and much more. 2026 patron licenses will be on sale soon!

 

 
       
 
 

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