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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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Many times we discuss ways to manage or lessen some of the damage we have done to our lakes and rivers. Whether it be trying to control invasive species, restoring shoreland, or limiting the capture of certain fish species, we’re often playing “catch-up.” While all of those restorations and mitigation strategies are necessary, it is […]
The goal of this research was to determine how fish community composition, diversity and abundance differs in Phragmites, Typha and Schoenoplectus vegetation. We found that although there were no differences in species richness or abundance there were differences in the fish species composition between the three vegetation types, with more Cyprinids found in the Schoenoplectus […]
This webinar will dive into reviewing nutrient management plans and their accompanying 590 checklist. 1.5 Nutrient Management CEUs will be offered. Andrea Topper from DATCP will be the presenter. Info here.
Join the Algal Bloom Action Team as we kick off our 2022 Harmful Algal Blooms Webinar Series! This month we examine how climate change is impacting marine and freshwater ecosystems with Dr. Christopher Gobler from Stony Brook University and learn about the history and current harmful algal bloom projects at the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. […]
The problem of hardwater scale is often addressed with salt-based water softeners that remove scale-forming calcium and magnesium ions and replace them with sodium ions. This ion-exchange technology, while the current norm in much of the United States, is not the only way to prevent hard-water scale. Salt-free options, more common in Europe, are readily […]
The existence of high-frequency space-time data on human activities and movements is permitting the exploration and prediction of behavior in unprecedented ways. Cellphone data, for example, has been used to understand the differential abilities of income groups to respond to COVID-19 emergency declarations, to better predict traffic patterns, and to understand global mobility patterns. In […]
Dr. Kyle Cunningham (UArk) will provide a general overview of native and invasive nonnative herbaceous species of concern in the southeastern U.S. Both native and nonnative herbaceous plant species can be detrimental to forest stands in the southeastern U.S. when they disrupt the ecological balance. Often, nonnative invasive plants can grow unchecked and displace native […]
Drip Irrigation Systems can save time, conserve water, and enhance ease and health of your school garden plants. Join us to discuss how to set up and manage a simple drip irrigation system. We will share the components needed to create a system, steps to calculate/order materials, basic skills to build/repair your system, and tips […]
In a survey of over 1,700 well owners, 67% believed their well water was safe without any evidence to support it. You can protect your health and your family's by learning the basics of well care. In this free 90-minute webinar training hosted by The Private Well Class, you'll learn: how to determine if […]
Justin & Kendra Seeger are refining the art of rotational grazing with their beef herd by utilizing forage from perineal pastures during the growing season and cover crops during the winter. They’ve been grazing cover crops since 2016 and are achieving their goal of grazing all 12 months right here in central Wisconsin! Justin is […]
Take this course to learn how to create your own nature film! We will begin by considering vision, or how to tell your story through film. The course will also cover scripts, settings, equipment, computer programs for film making, cinematography, and mix-down. Projects will be assigned each week, and at the end of the 8-week […]
Naturalist and author John Bates will discuss his newest book, Wisconsin's Wild Lakes: A Guide to the Last Undeveloped Natural Lakes. Join us to hear John describe those special lakes where "peace and beauty abounds, and where native wildlife flourishes." Info here.
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