Conservation Calendar

Looking to stay up to date on your CEUs? Have producers asking conservation-specific questions you don’t feel confident answering? Looking to host a training and want to avoid conflicts for your audience? You have come to the right place.

Explore our Conservation Calendar for information on conservation-related events and trainings hosted across Wisconsin and beyond.

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SRW – All about Arlington

Join Todd Taylor, the University of Wisconsin - Madison Sheep Research Program Manager at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station Sheep Unit, and Extension Educators for an in-depth look into sheep research, teaching, and extension activities and events at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station. Info here. 

Soil Mechanics Level 1

This training will review basic soil properties and determining soil types according to the Unified Soil Classification System; this course has both in person and virtual components. For more information contact: Penny Pohle at penny@wisconsinlandwater.org or Drew Zelle at drew.zelle@wisconsin.gov

Livestock Production—Is Organic Certification “Worth It”?

Sometimes the decision to obtain organic certification can be difficult, especially if you’re already ‘grassfed’ and have a loyal customer base – but in some cases, certification can set your operation apart in the marketplace and provide a myriad of benefits. Join Ryan Siwinski to discuss the basics of organic livestock production and how it […]

Pesticide Use in Organic Fields

The IPM Hour is a monthly online seminar covering a variety of IPM-related topics and research. Info here.

Creating Outdoor Spaces: The Infrastructure of Living Schoolyards

Introducing Outdoor Learning: a four-part webinar series, with appearances from the US Department of Education and in collaboration with a consortium of leading national organizations, including Big Green, Ecorise, Green Schoolyards America, Out Teach, and FreshFarm Foodprints. The US Department of Education supports the use of outside facilities to enrich the educational experience and support […]

Considerations for Selecting and Purchasing Hay

Many livestock owners rely on purchased hay to feed their animals during certain times of the year. When it comes to hay selection and purchase decisions, there are several important factors to consider, including bale type/size, affordability, and hay quality and quantity. This webinar will discuss what to look for, how to determine if hay […]

2022 County Officials Workshops

Join the University of Wisconsin-Extension Local Government Education Program and the Wisconsin Counties Association for our County Officials Workshops (COWS), which will be held in person in 2022. THIS ONE-DAY WORKSHOP is a unique opportunity for both newly elected county government officials and veterans of the county board to learn from experienced educators about best […]

Clean Boats Clean Waters Training

Ever wonder how to become a boat launch aquatic invasive species protector or wonder about DCIST’s aquatic invasive species prevention efforts? Here’s your chance to attend a Clean Boats CleanWater training. This Clean Boats, Clean Waters training is for those who have never participated in a Clean Boats, Clean Waters, watercraft inspection, and for those […]

Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Plan: Opportunities for WGF Impact

On April 20, 2022, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers released the state’s first clean energy plan, or CEP, putting Wisconsin on the path to 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2050. The plan prioritizes the core values of justice, equity, and collective action, and emphasizes four key pathways for creating momentum towards achieving a clean energy economy: […]

What Bee is That? An Introduction to Commonly Encountered Bees of the US

By May, spring will have arrived across the US and with it, many bees will be emerging and seeking out places to forage and nest -- and you might be surprised at how many different species can be found in gardens, parks, and other green spaces across our neighborhoods and hometowns. Matthew Shepherd, Director of […]

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