Water Safety

The DNR encourages the public to boat sober, and to always wear a life jacket on the water

Jumping into a lake can be one of the biggest joys of summer in the Northwoods, but you need to keep safety in mind

Environmental advocates said proposed budget cuts to the Environmental Protection Agency will slow cleanup of toxic "forever chemicals"

Law enforcement hopes boaters will keep safety in mind ahead of a busy boating weekend

Paddleboards are showing up more and more often on northern lakes. With their popularity skyrocketing over the past decade, the DNR is stressing good…

With summer weather arriving in the Northwoods, health officials are reminding the community to practice healthy swim habits. This week is designated…

May is Water Safety Month. The Head Swim Instructor at the YMCA of the Northwoods Karen Fiocchi says it's a good time to learn to swim and think safety.…