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Explore our Conservation Calendar for information on conservation-related events and trainings hosted across Wisconsin and beyond.
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Nature-based shoreline approaches are more prevalent in the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Gulf regions, but this is changing for many Great Lakes and New England communities. As these areas are starting to use these approaches more frequently, they can benefit from discussions about the techniques and performance in colder climate regions. This webinar focuses on how […]
This presentation is designed to reduce avoidable delays in receiving appropriate mental health care. In this session that is tailored for members of the agricultural community, participants will learn to identify and address the internal roadblocks one may experience when making the decision to seek professional assistance with mental health issues. Info here.
This webinar will introduce carbon offset credits and markets with an emphasis on forest carbon offset projects in the United States. The presentation will define carbon offsets and forest management practices that qualify for offset projects. The presentation then will walk-through the steps to developing a forest carbon project whose offset credits are traded in […]
This free webinar will help Great Lakes communities gain a better understanding of funding opportunities and resources that support nature-based solutions. REGISTER HERE. Funders include both federal and non-federal entities, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Another […]
This free webinar will help Great Lakes communities gain a better understanding of funding opportunities and resources that support nature-based solutions. Funders include both federal and non-federal entities, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Another funder, […]
Grow a diversity of fruits and vegetables for your home and/or business Identify sustainable agriculture practices Create a crop plan Manage a greenhouse Buy and maintain farm equipment and machinery Set up a drip irrigation system Manage soil nutrients Manage weeds and use cover crops Identify pests and implement pest management strategies Learn how to […]
Hosted by Bill Powers at N2641 Burns Rd, Mauston. The focus of this pasture walk will be coming together to share tips & tricks learned along the way with grazing. Info here.
The field day will cover a wide variety of cover crops growing and many of the prairie and other perennials will be blooming. All women farmers, landowners and conservationists from Vernon, Crawford, Grant and surrounding counties are welcome to attend-- whatever your background, from beginners to experts! Features include: a large prairie up on top […]
Join pollinator biologist Sarah Foltz Jordan of the Xerces Society, and farmers Jim & Debbie Morrison of Sapsucker Farm for a buzz-worthy field day focused on pollinator habitat in an orchard setting. Attendees will learn about native bee diversity and habitat needs, including how to identify and support the rusty-patched bumble bee, a federally endangered […]
Are you curious about the WDNR's Surface Water Grant Program? Would you like to learn more about funding opportunities, applying, and managing grant projects? Please sign up for and attend this webinar. Attendees will meet program staff and learn about grants available for the protection and restoration of lakes, rivers and wetlands. We'll share a […]
Join WFU at Gwenyn Hill Farm for a pasture walk specializing in rotational grazing for multi-species. Info here.
National Moth Week celebrates the beauty, life cycles, and habitats of moths. “Moth-ers” of all ages and abilities are encouraged to learn about, observe, and document moths in their backyards, parks, and neighborhoods. National Moth Week is being held, worldwide, during the last full week of July. NMW offers everyone, everywhere a unique opportunity to […]
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