Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle passes now valid for a full 12 months
Dec 18, 2025, 6:51 AM CST
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MADISON, WIS. (CIVIC MEDIA) The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park System throughout 2025.
As the new year approaches, the DNR encourages you to join in the celebration by looking to the future. During its 125th year, the Wisconsin State Park System completed a number of large projects, held more than 1,500 events and programs and welcomed almost 21 million visitors.
Wisconsin state park and forest vehicle admission passes are now valid for a full 12 months from the date of purchase, allowing you greater flexibility to enjoy the more than 120 recreation properties. First Day Hikes, candlelight events, Work Play Earth Day, Invasive Species Awareness Weekend and Free Fun Weekend, will again be offered in 2026. These events feature hands-on learning opportunities from experienced staff and volunteers.
Learn more about opportunities available with the Wisconsin State Park System, including employment opportunities on the DNR’s Wisconsin State Parks webpage.
Adam Hess has been involved in radio broadcasting since 1990, with many of those years spent on the air at WRCO FM in Richland Center. Currently, Adam hosts the Weekend Wake-up and Prime Mover Saturdays on WRCO FM, jumps in and helps out with news duties, handles Social Media duties for WRCO and WRCE, and is the Director of Technology at a Southwest Wisconsin School District. Reach him at adam.hess@civicmedia.us.
Jo Ann Krulatz is Senior Radio Journalist and News Director at WRCO and WRCE in Richland Center. Email her at joann.krulatz@civicmedia.us.
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