Chronic Wasting Disease Public Dialogue

The Department of Natural Resources is moving forward with a public dialogue and planning process to establish the next phase of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) management in Wisconsin. The goal of this process is to engage a diverse group of people in a dialogue to guide the Department in future management of the disease. The group will look at how to minimize CWD’s impact on Wisconsin’s free-ranging deer population, the economy, hunters, landowners and others who benefit from a healthy deer herd. Changes in management as a result of the public planning process are expected to be in place for the 2008 deer seasons.

Stakeholder Advisory Group

To follow the progress of the Stakeholder Advisory Group, please visit the CWD Stakeholder Advisory Group webpage.

Public Dialogue Documents

Public Participation Plan Outline [PDF 1.6MB] - This document includes goals, objectives and a timeline for the stakeholder advisor group to consult with Wisconsin residents and make recommendations for the future of CWD management in Wisconsin.

Management of Chronic Wasting Disease October 25, 2006 [PDF 77KB] - In this memo to the NRB, DNR Secretary Scott Hassett looks at some of the accomplishments state government has made since the discovery of CWD in Wisconsin, shares the department’s goals for managing the disease and emphasizes the importance of consulting with the public in establishing the next phase of CWD management in Wisconsin.

Contact Information

For answers to questions relating to CWD in Wisconsin,
call the DNR operated toll free CWD information line 1-877-WISC CWD or email Wildlife Health.

Questions for Wildlife Management