Wisconsin's wild elk herds continued to grow in 2023, setting a modern record high with an estimated 515 animals in the state, according to the Department of Natural Resources. It's likely the first ...

With continuing growth of the northern and central elk herds, the DNR will issue a record number of tags during the 2026 ...

Wisconsin residents have until May 31 to apply for a 2026 elk hunting license. Several changes are in effect for the 2026 ...

Among Wisconsin wildlife sightings, this one is relatively new. But given the status of the species, it's likely to become an annual event. At least two bull elk have moved south this fall from their ...

Four winners will be able to hunt in the Black River Elk Zone for the first time since elk were reintroduced to the state. Eight Wisconsin residents have won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt ...

Wisconsin wildlife officials estimate the number of elk in the state will grow to more than 500 animals by July. The Department of Natural Resources began reintroducing elk to the state in 1995 by ...

As the 2025-26 white-tailed deer hunting seasons begin in Wisconsin, the Department of Natural Resources is once again reminding hunters to carefully identify their target and avoid shooting an elk.

The Wisconsin DNR announced the results of the 2024 elk hunt. Eight Wisconsin hunters were randomly selected from a pool of more than 25,500 applicants. It was the first time hunters had the ...

Another 23 elk are roaming through the woods of Wisconsin after pen gates were opened for another transplanted herd of the big animals, the Department of Natural Resources reported Monday. The state's ...

Eight Wisconsin residents have won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hunt elk during the 2024 elk season, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced. The season opens Oct. 12. Four winners ...