Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding hunters to properly dispose of deer carcasses this season using designated dumpsters or approved facilities across the state.
According to the DNR, the practice is essential to help slow the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) and maintain a healthy deer population. Officials say that improper disposal of deer remains can increase the likelihood of CWD transmission among herds.
The department has set up designated deer carcass disposal dumpsters statewide. Hunters are urged to plan ahead and locate their nearest site before heading out. The DNR provides an online interactive map to make it easier for hunters to find the proper disposal location.
“Using these disposal sites helps reduce the spread of CWD and keeps our deer herd strong,” the DNR stated in a recent post.
To find a disposal site near you, visit dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/hunt/landfillmap.
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