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UID:1210-1629205200-1629210600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Is My Water Safe to Drink? - Common Questions about Private Wells
DESCRIPTION:Your drinking water well doesn’t have to be a mystery. In this training hosted by The Private Well Class you’ll learn the answers to common questions\, such as: \n\nHow do I get my well water tested?\nWhat do I need to do to take care of my well?\nIs my well susceptible to contamination?\n\nRegister here: https://privatewellclass.org/safe 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/is-my-water-safe-to-drink-common-questions-about-private-wells/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T200244Z
UID:1188-1629284400-1629291600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Systems Approach to Organic Farming
DESCRIPTION:Rodrigo Cala\, one of the new community organic specialists with MOSES\, grows certified organic produce\, raises pastured chickens using the Tree Range® system\, and rotationally grazes Katahdin hair sheep. He’ll explain the systems approach he uses on his organic farm and strategies for weed management and soil fertility. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/systems-approach-to-organic-farming/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T200702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T200702Z
UID:1192-1629291600-1629295200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Racial Equity and Environmentalism
DESCRIPTION:Join August M. Ball\, founder\, and CEO of Cream City Conservation as she outlines how compounded disparities impact communities of color in every corner of society. Be it socio-economic\, political\, educational\, health\, etc. communities of color remain disproportionately impacted by environmental hazards yet grossly under-represented in spaces that hold key decision-making power related to conservation and sustainability. This presentation will provide the history of the construction of race\, (a key component in driving these inequities)\, while also examining environmental policies that have had a layered impact on the environmental movement and contributed to the racial homogeneity we see today. The goal of this presentation is to help participants understand why these inequities exist and develop shared language for how to discuss these issues and interrogate the intricate relationship between race and institutional outcomes. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/racial-equity-and-environmentalism/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T200818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T200818Z
UID:1193-1629291600-1629295200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Infusing Eco Therapy into Your Day
DESCRIPTION:Our daily routines can be overwhelming at times so exploring ways to relieve stress are useful to achieving a calm and relaxed day. This session will give you a better handle on how to deal with those issues as they arise to create a more peaceful and productive environment for your tasks at hand. \nInfo here. 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/infusing-eco-therapy-into-your-day/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T200400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T200400Z
UID:1189-1629291600-1629298800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Writing Effective Survey Questions
DESCRIPTION:Surveys are a popular information collection tool to help coastal managers understand their stakeholders and quickly assess large populations. Unfortunately\, because of their popularity\, many people untrained in survey creation administer poorly designed surveys that yield questionable results. This live\, online module serves to provide coastal managers with best practices to write more effective survey questions. \nYou will learn how to 1.) Review and critique surveys\, and identify common mistakes in question design 2.) Incorporate 25 best practices when creating survey questions 3.) Create appropriate question layout and design 4.) Identify ways to improve survey questions that yield desired data types \n\n\n\nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/writing-effective-survey-questions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T200532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T200558Z
UID:1190-1629291600-1629298800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Climate Impacts on Local Flora and Fauna - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Baileys Harbor is home to many critical\, threatened and endangered plants and animals. These species rely on the specific conditions which are found right along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Even the slightest changes in climate could pose a major problem. During this program\, Katie Krouse\, Program Manager\, The Ridges Sanctuary\, will explore the flora and fauna that rely on the specific conditions found here and discuss the threats to their survival. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/climate-impacts-on-local-flora-fauna-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T200949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T200949Z
UID:1194-1629298800-1629306000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Rain Gardens: Planning\, Construction and Plants
DESCRIPTION:The Green Thumb Gardening series will give you the practical knowledge to keep your home garden thriving! University of Wisconsin Extension educators and local horticulture experts will provide in-depth and accessible information for everyone from the novice to the experienced gardener. \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/rain-gardens-planning-construction-and-plants/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T201107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T201107Z
UID:1195-1629307800-1629315000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Stony Brook Field Event
DESCRIPTION:Tour of the restored section of the Sohrweide Farm\nView an Electrofishing Demonstration\nLearn more about the Trout in the Classroom program at Chilton School District\nFind out about current & future projects\n\nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/stony-brook-field-event/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210729T201248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T201248Z
UID:1196-1629365400-1629383400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:WFU Summer Conference 2021
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Farmers Union is very excited to host our first in-person meeting in over a year! You are invited to join us on beautiful Lake Wissota at WFU Kamp Kenwood for our annual Summer Conference. We’ll spend the day catching up on all things Farmers Union\, connecting and reconnecting with each other\, and diving into chapter engagement as we move forward. We can’t wait to see you all! \nInfo here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wfu-summer-conference-2021/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Farmers Union":MAILTO:bwilson@wisconsinfarmersunion.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T153000
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CREATED:20210811T194656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T194656Z
UID:1211-1629462600-1629473400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Leaders of the Land: A State Sustainability Series
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is excited to invite farmers and agriculturists to attend “Leaders of the Land: A State Sustainability Series.” This series of nine tours will take place across the state in each of the Farm Bureau districts\, highlighting diverse commodities and sustainability practices. \nThe purpose of the Statewide Sustainability Series is to offer farmers and agriculturists different perspectives regarding environmental stewardship across Wisconsin. These events will bring farmers of all types together to explore how diverse sectors of agriculture achieve similar goals regarding water quality\, soil health\, waste management\, carbon conversations and air quality. Each event will feature a unique learning opportunity\, applicable across farms and allow networking across sectors of agriculture and areas of the state. \nCost is $20 per tour for Wisconsin Farm Bureau members. The cost for non-members is $80 for one tour which includes a one-year Wisconsin Farm Bureau membership. All additional tours for non-members are $20 each. \nRegister here: https://web.cvent.com/event/206cf6d6-e395-4e6a-b864-c4c36442470a/summary
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/leaders-of-the-land-a-state-sustainability-series/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T195232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T195232Z
UID:1214-1629536400-1629547200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Silvopasture for Livestock & Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a silvopasture-pollinator field day at Mary Dirty Face Farm\, co-hosted with the Xerces Society. A silviculture expert from the Savanna Institute will evaluate recently planted tree strips and talk about species selection\, installation\, and weed management. Farm host Rachel Henderson and Xerces pollinator specialist Sarah Foltz Jordan will discuss habitat value both in terms of forage/shade for livestock and food/nesting for pollinators\, especially specialist bees\, butterflies\, and moths that require certain tree and shrub species to survive. \nRegister and info: https://mosesorganic.org/events/organic-field-days/silvopasture-for-pollinators-livestock-august-21/ 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/silvopasture-for-livestock-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T195044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T195044Z
UID:1213-1629538200-1629549000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:AIS Snapshot Day
DESCRIPTION:Snapshot Day is a statewide\, one-day event connecting volunteers\, water lovers\, and local groups in a search for aquatic invasive species (AIS). You can help protect Wisconsin’s rivers\, lakes\, and wetlands from these invasive plants and animals that negatively impact habitat\, wildlife\, recreation and health. This event is coordinated in partnership with UW-Madison Division of Extension\, River Alliance of Wisconsin\, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources\, local partners\, and YOU! \nVolunteers will look for invasive species at critical monitoring sites\, and potential invasive species will be verified and cataloged with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to guide species control and conservation management plans. No experience is necessary and training is provided virtually prior to the event. \nThis is event is recommended for ages 8 and up; minors must be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister here: https://wateractionvolunteers.org/event-page/aquatic-invasive-species-snapshot-day-2021/
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/ais-snapshot-day/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T195423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T195423Z
UID:1215-1629538200-1629559800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Methods of Pastured Pork and Poultry Production
DESCRIPTION:See two farms raising pastured pork and poultry in a couple of different ways! Pastured pork and poultry can be a viable method for produce growers to add the fifth principle of soil health\, Integrating Livestock\, into their soil health practices. These methods of production are often overlooked in soil health programming and education. Over the summer\, we hope to create educational materials or a podcast on this topic as it is something that farmers who don’t have a land base to run cattle\, but do have acreage enough for poultry or pork\, can benefit from. \nRegister: https://www.sfa-mn.org/soil-health-for-fruit-vegetable-growers/ 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/methods-of-pastured-pork-and-poultry-production/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T195905Z
UID:1218-1629727200-1629730800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Harvest of the Month Campaign
DESCRIPTION:The webinar will focus on the purpose of the campaign and how to participate\, DATCP’s Minimally Processed Farm to School Veggie Pilot Project\, menu planning for school nutrition programs\, and connecting to schools. \nSpeakers will include:\nEmily Latham\, MPH\nHealth Communications Outreach Specialist\nUniversity of Wisconsin- Madison Division of Extension \nSarah Smith\, MPP\nPolicy\, Systems\, and Environmental Change Specialist\nUniversity of Wisconsin – Madison Division of Extension \nApril Yancer\nFarm to School & Institution and WI Foods Program Specialist\nWisconsin Department of Agriculture\, Trade and Consumer Protection \nMaggie Byrne\, RDN\, CD\nPublic Health Nutritionist\nWisconsin Department of Public Instruction \nAbout the Wisconsin Harvest of the Month\nThe Wisconsin Harvest of the Month is a statewide campaign for schools that encourages students to eat more Wisconsin-grown fruits and vegetables. Each month\, schools showcase one seasonal\, Wisconsin-grown fruit or vegetable\, which allows students to taste\, explore\, and learn about the importance of eating fruits and vegetables. \nFor more information\, visit https://healthyliving.extension.wisc.edu/programs/harvest-of-the-month/.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-harvest-of-the-month-campaign/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210823T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T195706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T195706Z
UID:1216-1629741600-1629750600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:PDPW Agricultural Community Engagement (ACE) On-Farm Twilight Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Attend one\, or more\, of the free Agricultural Community Engagement® (ACE) On-Farm Twilight Meetings. Each meeting will kick off with a farm tour at 6:00 p.m. and will be followed by ice cream and an open discussion. This event will conclude at 8:30 p.m. \nJoin local community leaders and dairy farmers to learn together and discuss important issues such as water\, community development\, resource management\, changes in ag and rural communities\, road and transportation and other critical subjects. \nThese meetings are brought to you by the Wisconsin Counties Association\, Wisconsin Towns Association and the Professional Dairy Producers and are open to the public. \nRegister: https://pdpw.org/programs/2021ACEMeeting/details
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/pdpw-agricultural-community-engagement-ace-on-farm-twilight-meetings/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T200043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T200043Z
UID:1219-1629745200-1629748800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Diseased\, Decayed\, Defective\, and Dangerous: When Good Trees Go Bad
DESCRIPTION:Trees provide a variety of benefits to society. But trees also lose branches or break when forces exceed their structural strength or the root-soil connection. Tree failure can cause severe damage to houses and other structures\, deny access or use of infrastructure\, and injure or kill people. Landowners have legal “duty of care” for trees on their properties\, including responsibility to obtain expert assistance when appropriate. Learn how qualified arborists assess tree risk by estimating likelihood of tree failure and impact\, and the consequences to property and people. Dr. Glen Stanosz is the UW-Madison emeritus professor of tree and forest health\, and is also a certified arborist with the additional qualification in tree risk assessment. \nInfo here: https://kemp.wisc.edu/outreach/
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/diseased-decayed-defective-and-dangerous-when-good-trees-go-bad/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T200402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T200402Z
UID:1221-1629792000-1629792000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Smart Salting for Parking Lots and Sidewalks
DESCRIPTION:Free training for winter maintenance professionals who remove snow\, apply road salt or maintain snow removal equipment used on roads. \nLearn how using the right amount of salt can save time\, budget and our waters. \nThe training will include: best management practices to keep paved areas safe\, benefits of using a liquid salt system\, guidance on how to determine the right amount of salt to use\, and case studies from local applicators. \nRegister: https://www.wisaltwise.com/Event/Home/Detail/942 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/smart-salting-for-parking-lots-and-sidewalks-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T200216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T200216Z
UID:1220-1629792000-1629813600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2021 Drainage Tools Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What does this workshop cover? \n\nDrainage Design as a Nutrient Reduction Strategy: Learn how drain spacing and depth affects water quality and crop yield.\nDrain Spacing Tool: Learn the basics of using the tool to estimate the optimum drain spacing that maximizes economic return on investment.\nControlled Drainage Suitability Tool: Learn to identify land in the Midwest USA with a high chance of being suitable for controlled drainage.\nSubirrigation Suitability Tool: Learn to identify land in the Midwest USA with a high chance of being suitable for subirrigation.\nDrainage Water Recycling: Learn about the features\, site suitability\, crop yield benefit\, profitability\, and water-quality benefit of drainage water recycling.\nEDWRD Tool (Evaluating Drainage Water Recycling Decisions): Learn the basics of using the tool to size a pond for drainage water recycling.\nShallow Drains Tool: Learn to use the tool to make an informed decision about drain depth. The tool estimates the nitrate load reduction of shallow drains compared to deep drains.\nReducing Phosphorus Loss with P-filters: Learn about the features\, site selection\, maintenance\, installation\, and water-quality benefit of P-filters.\nP-TRAP Phosphorus Transport Reduction App: Learn the basics of using the P-TRAP app to design a P-filter for reducing phosphorus loss in drainage discharge.\nDrain Sedimentation Tool: Learn to use the tool to identify soil at risk of drain sedimentation (sediment clogging the drain).\nNutrient Loss Calculator: Learn to use the tool to get an idea of nutrient loss from your tile\, so you can improve profitability and downstream water quality. Listen to real-world examples of how producers are modifying their farming practices based on the tool’s results.\n\nRegister here: https://www.egr.msu.edu/bae/water/drainage/news/2021-drainage-tools-workshop 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2021-drainage-tools-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210712T201012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T201012Z
UID:1075-1629799200-1629819000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:UW Organic Agriculture Research Field Day
DESCRIPTION:This field day will highlight organic research conducted at UW–Madison\, as well as information about best practices for organic production. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required. \nTo register\, send email to emsilva@wisc.edu. \nInformation here: https://news.wisc.edu/agricultural-research-station-field-days-return-for-2021-season/
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/uw-organic-agriculture-research-field-day/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Road\, Arlington\, Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T201249Z
UID:1222-1629802800-1629810000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Growing a Regenerative Crop Production System
DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Exploring the Future of Regenerative and Organic Crop Production \nPart 2: Connecting for Conservation \nRegister here: https://www.agronomy.org/meetings/sustainable-agronomy/program/ 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/growing-a-regenerative-crop-production-system/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T201444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T201444Z
UID:1223-1629810000-1629813600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Conserving Grasslands for Birds and Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Monarchs share habitat with countless other organisms. In this webinar\, Drew Larsen and bird biologist Kelly VanBeek share how conservation of grasslands intersects with the conservation of native pollinators\, grassland birds and gamebirds\, using case studies from Southeastern Wisconsin. \nRegister here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/conserving-grasslands-for-birds-and-monarchs/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T201657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T201657Z
UID:1224-1629811800-1629815400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Diverse Forages for Dairy Operations
DESCRIPTION:Join Josh Hiemstra as he discusses the many ways he integrates annual and perennial forages into his farming operation for feeding dairy cattle. We’ll take a look at trials where Josh is co-seeding and interseeding forages with silage corn\, as well as testing different nitrogen application rates. We’ll also see a diverse cover crop cocktail mix sown after wheat harvest. To top things off\, we’ll check out an establishing alfalfa-grass hay field that was seeded with a nurse crop following last year’s forage mix. \nJosh will be joined by Becky Wagner\, agronomist for Fond du Lac Land and Water Conservation Department. Becky will describe how the county is helping farmers like Josh implement soil health-building practices with cost-share opportunities. \nTopics: \n\nFeed value of forages\nDiversified crop rotations\nAlfalfa and clover establishment\nSilage corn\n\nRegister and info here: https://practicalfarmers.org/events/field-days/live-from-the-farm/diverse-forages-for-dairy-operations/ 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/diverse-forages-for-dairy-operations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210827
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210723T182256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T182256Z
UID:1124-1629849600-1630022399@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:North American Manure Expo
DESCRIPTION:Manure Expo 2021 will feature live presentations\, panel discussions plus a host of on-demand presentations from some of the industry’s leading experts. Two live event days and a virtual tradeshow opening prior to the event makes it easy for farmers\, manure applicators and industry suppliers to connect with one another over the course of the show. Ontario is our host province this year\, with a schedule of high-caliber education sessions and virtual tours curated and presented by the team at OMAFRA.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/north-american-manure-expo/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210827
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210811T201831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210811T201831Z
UID:1225-1629849600-1630022399@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:ACRES Healthy Soil Summit
DESCRIPTION:The annual Healthy Soil Summit is built for farmers\, growers and ranchers searching for an advantage in today’s marketplace. Instructors are real farmers who practice what they teach\, including detailed tactics to build soil resilience\, increase water storage capacity and decrease costly inputs and programs \nRegister here: https://soil.acresusa.com/program-agenda/ 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/acres-healthy-soil-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210712T201257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T201257Z
UID:1077-1629878400-1629892800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:UW Agronomy and Soils Field Day
DESCRIPTION:This field day will feature field plot tours and UW research updates on soil fertility and management\, pest management\, Kernza® production and other grain production systems\, and many other topics. \nPlease register by August 15 at https://go.wisc.edu/a32g16 or call (608) 262-0485. More info at: https://go.wisc.edu/agronomysoilsfd.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/uw-agronomy-and-soils-field-day/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Road\, Arlington\, Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T150000
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UID:1200-1630488600-1630508400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Basic Soils & Web Soil Survey to Interpret Land Capabilities
DESCRIPTION:This online\, instructor-led course is designed to give conservation professionals an introduction to soil science and how soils information is used in the conservation planning process. Participants will be introduced to several common soil properties and interpretations as well as an overview of soil survey map unit design and composition. Participants will learn how to use Web Soil Survey to access soils information and how to apply this data for conservation practice planning\, implementation\, and evaluation. There are four modules (listed below). Each will be about an hour long with time following for questions. \n1) Common soil properties and interpretations: Jennifer Smith (State Soil Scientist\, NRCS) \n2) Soil Survey\, map unit design\, and map unit composition. Jeremey Ziegler (SE Area Resource Soil Scientist\, NRCS) \n3) Web Soil Survey and accessing soils information: Andrew Paolucci (Assistant State Soil Scientist\, NRCS) \n4) Applying soils data in conservation planning: Josh Odekirk (SE Area Resource Soil Scientist\, NRCS) \nMore details can be found here. \nRegister here by August 24. \nContact Andrew.paolucci@usda.gov or JenniferL.Smith@usda.gov for questions about this course.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-basic-soils-web-soil-survey-to-interpret-land-capabilities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210723T180945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T180945Z
UID:1119-1630501200-1630501200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Seven Principles for Selling Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the National Watershed Coalition Webinar on Seven Principles for Selling Conservation\, using those principles to sell several aspects of Watershed Project work\, including addressing mitigation efforts\, and the importance and opportunities for buffer and riparian development. Our featured presenter is Bobby Whitescarver. \nRegistration and info here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/seven-principles-for-selling-conservation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210723T181934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T181934Z
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SUMMARY:WDNR BITS Training Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:BITS is the DNR’s online system to track BMPs implemented through certain pollution abatement programs. \nDNR will be hosting the following webinars to help you prepare and submit data in BITS: \n\nTargeted Runoff Management Grants in BITS – Thursday\, Sept. 16 at 9 a.m.\n\nIn this webinar\, we will dive into BITS and walk through the process of submitting a TRM grant final report. We’ll also go through some frequently-asked questions and have a Q&A session. Register here for the TRM webinar.\n\n\nMulti-Discharger Variance in BITS\, pt. I: Applications and Plans – Thursday\, Sept. 30 at 9 a.m.\n\nThis webinar will go through the process of using BITS to apply for MDV funding and submit a plan for funding you’ve received. We’ll talk strategy for applying for MDV funds and planning in the highest-impact watersheds as we walk through the system step-by-step. Register here for Part I of the MDV webinar.\n\n\nMulti-Discharger Variance in BITS\, pt. II: Annual Reports – Thursday\, Oct. 14 at 9 a.m.\n\nIn this second MDV webinar\, we’ll talk about the reporting phase of your MDV projects: how to document implemented practices and submit a report to the DNR. We’ll cover common questions and advice for submitting the most meaningful data. Register here for Part II of the MDV webinar.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wdnr-bits-training-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210921T195823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T195823Z
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SUMMARY:Are There Agroecosystems That Build Soil Carbon? & Setting Up the Winter Wheat Crop for Success
DESCRIPTION:The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension’s Badger Crop Connect\, is finishing up the 2021 growing season with several webinars in September and October. This series provides agronomists\, crop consultants and farmers timely crop updates for Wisconsin during the growing season. \nThis session is on Winter Wheat and Soil Carbon: Randy Jackson presenting Are there agroecosystems that build soil carbon? & Shawn Conley presenting Setting Up the Winter Wheat Crop for Success. \nDetails here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/are-there-agroecosystems-that-build-soil-carbon-setting-up-the-winter-wheat-crop-for-success/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133140
CREATED:20210921T201335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T201335Z
UID:1253-1632229200-1632232800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:What's the Buzz? Exploring the Impact of Prairie Strips and Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:View the flyer here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/whats-the-buzz-exploring-the-impact-of-prairie-strips-and-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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