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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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This symposium will guide attendees through the complex process of restoring native plant communities at locations that require removal of above ground structures, underground tanks, utilities, and contaminated soils. Speakers will address engaging stakeholders, planning, permitting, contracting, structure removal, soil remediation, and reestablishing soil health prior to planting. Info here.
Join the Yale Forest Forum Spring 2023 Speaker Series Webinar entitled “Smallholder planted trees and forests for climate, restored landscapes, and human livelihoods” held on Tuesdays from January 17-April 25th. This webinar series will focus on ways to harness the potential of smallholder planted forests and trees to contribute to the provision of environmental services, […]
Managers facing transforming lakes can benefit from considering broader objectives beyond a traditional focus on resisting change. They can also consider whether accepting inevitable change or directing it along some desirable pathway is more practical and appropriate under some circumstances (the RAD framework). Here, we’ll introduce the RAD framework and highlight a decision-support tool for […]
This two-morning webinar offers stormwater professionals a chance to hear experts from around the state share their experiences in green infrastructure, bioswale renovation, construction erosion control, permeable streets, phosphorus export, chlorides, planting and vegetation, and more. This training offers PDHs. Info here.
The UW-Madison Division of Extension’s Ag Institute and the UW-Madison Nutrient and Pest Management Program will be hosting the fourth annual Badger Crop Connect webinar series for the 2023 growing season. The purpose of this series is to provide agronomists, crop consultants, and farmers with timely crop updates for Wisconsin. These free webinars will be […]
This free webinar will provide an introduction to groundwater, well construction, water quality, and well care best practices for environmental health professionals and others who serve well owners. Information on how to find local experts and sources of additional free training will be included. We'll also introduce our upcoming online workshops (4 hours, also free) on assessing […]
Join us for this in-person or virtual hybrid edition of Clean Lakes 101 to learn about how phosphorus recovered from wastewater not only benefits our local waterways, but can be reused within the food system. Register as an in-person attendee or to receive a Zoom link through your confirmation email and watch virtually. Info here.
Biofilters are rain gardens with underdrains that treat stormwater runoff from urban landscapes, especially where infiltration into shallow groundwater is infeasible or a concern. The biofilter media (e.g., sand, compost, peat, biochar), however, can release phosphate or limit plant growth, so stormwater professionals struggle to choose which media to use in biofilters. A four-year outdoor […]
The conference features traditional 15 minute presentations and a poster session on the latest in emerging contaminant research, policies, and outreach in the soil, water, and air. In addition, there will be plenty of opportunities for discussion and networking with those interested in all aspects of emerging contaminants in the environment. Researchers, educators, businesses, government […]
Building Blocks for Sharing Science are short, fast-paced trainings that focus on developing skills and situations commonly encountered by environmental professionals. Some of the topics addressed in this learning series are: Thoughtful selection of inclusive language Redirecting disruptive behavior in meetings for more positive outcomes Developing effective data visuals, survey tools, and graphic products Designing […]
Our planet is experiencing accelerated climate warming, with dramatic consequences not only on lake ecology but also on the ecosystem services we rely on from our freshwater resources. Lakes with seasonal ice cover, which represent more than half of the world’s lakes, are especially sensitive to a changing climate, as ice cover is a strong […]
Welcome to the Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention website! Our theme for your 2023 gathering is “Building Trust Around Water Together”. Trust is an important part of our everyday lives. We usually have trust in our family members, friends, neighbors, health care professionals, teachers, and so many others in our communities. Trust is something that […]
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