(WFRV) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds residents they can bring home a tree from one of the state’s northern forests for the holidays. According to a press release from the DNR, Wisconsinites can cut down trees in the Brule River, Flambeau River, Governor Earl Peshtigo River, Governor Knowles, and Northern Highland-American Legion state forests. Appleton Fire Department kicks off annual “Keep the Wreath Green” holiday safety program The DNR reports that permits are required and can be obtained at the state forest property headquarters, costing $5 per tree. Balsam firs, along with several varieties of pine, are among the most popular choices for holiday trees. Additionally, the report states that permits allow for the non-commercial harvesting of fresh evergreen boughs. DNR Guidelines: Trees must be cut at ground level, with a maximum height of 30 feet. Harvesting is prohibited within 100 feet of roads, trails, and water, as well as in campgrounds and day-use areas. Trees cannot be resold. Check the spongy moth quarantine map to avoid transporting your tree out of quarantined areas. The DNR says that while holiday tree cutting isn’t available at all DNR properties, some county forests and the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest also allow tree harvesting. Local bars & events embrace Packers Thanksgiving game "We know people enjoy our northern state forests throughout the year, and the opportunity to find that special holiday tree or bring home some fresh-scented evergreen boughs provides another great reason to visit these properties," said Teague Prichard, Wisconsin DNR state lands specialist. Find more information about holiday tree-cutting permits on the DNR's Forest Products Permits webpage here.