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SUMMARY:Certified Soil Tester 2025 Training/Continuing Education
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) and the Conservation Professional Training Program\, UW-Madison\, Division of Extension\, are co-hosting the spring 2025 POWTS (Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems) and Stormwater Certified Soil Tester (CST) in Rice Lake. \nThis 2-day training is for people who want to learn more about performing soil and site evaluations for POWTS in Wisconsin\, and those who perform site and soil characterization for the design and/or construction of stormwater management systems. It is designed to prepare you to take the CST exam. For those with a current CST credential\, 12 continuing education credit hours are available. Please note that this course is not approved for continuing education credit hours for plumbing credentials (Inspector\, Plumber\, Maintainer). \nThe training includes both classroom and field components\, with ample opportunity for hands-on soil activities in both the classroom and soil pits in the field. The field components are a short drive from the classroom location and are planned for the afternoon of the second day (subject to change based on weather conditions and forecast). \nThe $50 registration fee (including an early registration discount of $10) includes the training\, handouts\, and lunch each day. If paying by credit card\, the cost is $51.50. \n\nView Full Schedule Here\nRegister Online Here\nView Official Flyer Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/certified-soil-tester-2025-training-continuing-education/
LOCATION:River Doc Nature Center\, 1814 23 1/2 Ave\, Rice Lake\, WI\, 54868\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPTP Training,Extension Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T130000
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SUMMARY:Foundational Crop Scouting Training Webinar: Introduction to Crop Scouting
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful scouting season and career with the free Extension Crops & Soils Foundational Crop Scout Training! \nJoin us for weekly virtual lunch-and-learn webinars on Zoom that introduce the fundamentals of field crop scouting and apply what you have learned with a half-day hands-on training in the field at one of the three University of Wisconsin Ag Research stations. Hands-on field day registration to be announced. \nWho should attend?\nThe Foundational Crop Scout training series is designed for entry-level crop scouts with limited or no scouting experience and anyone looking for a refresher course in basic scouting skills. We invite anyone looking for basic scout skills along with those working for crop consultants\, industry agronomists\, or ag service providers throughout Wisconsin to join us for this hybrid training opportunity. The program will provide crop scouts with the key foundational skills necessary for successfully scouting field crops including corn\, soybeans and alfalfa. \nRegister for webinars here.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/foundational-crop-scouting-training-webinar-introduction-to-crop-scouting/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T225645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211036Z
UID:2964-1747828800-1747832400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Foundational Crop Scouting Training Webinar: Crop Staging\, Stand Counts\, Soil/Tissue Sampling
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful scouting season and career with the free Extension Crops & Soils Foundational Crop Scout Training! \nJoin us for weekly virtual lunch-and-learn webinars on Zoom that introduce the fundamentals of field crop scouting and apply what you have learned with a half-day hands-on training in the field at one of the three University of Wisconsin Ag Research stations. Hands-on field day registration to be announced. \nWho should attend?\nThe Foundational Crop Scout training series is designed for entry-level crop scouts with limited or no scouting experience and anyone looking for a refresher course in basic scouting skills. We invite anyone looking for basic scout skills along with those working for crop consultants\, industry agronomists\, or ag service providers throughout Wisconsin to join us for this hybrid training opportunity. The program will provide crop scouts with the key foundational skills necessary for successfully scouting field crops including corn\, soybeans and alfalfa. \nRegister for webinars here.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/foundational-crop-scouting-training-webinar-crop-staging-stand-counts-soil-tissue-sampling/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250519T224629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T231018Z
UID:3006-1747904400-1747926000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Geology of Southeast Wisconsin Training
DESCRIPTION:This one-day training is designed to dig deeper into the geology and groundwater flow in Southeast Wisconsin\, discuss the basics and limitations of depth to bedrock and karst mapping\, and provide real case studies of groundwater concerns and examples of local approaches to concerns.  The afternoon field session includes a quarry visit and/or site visits to discuss methods of sinkhole and karst feature identification. \nThe audience for this agency training is DNR drinking water staff (public/private)\, DNR CAFO and runoff staff\, LWCD/NRCS staff and consultants in Karst areas. \nLocation: Room 151\, Waukesha DNR Service Center\, 141 NW Barstow St\, Waukesha\, WI \nRegister Here\nView Agenda 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/geology-of-southeast-wisconsin-training/
LOCATION:Waukesha DNR Service Center\, 141 NW Barstow St\, Waukesha\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPTP Training,Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250504T204448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211217Z
UID:2967-1748433600-1748437200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Foundational Crop Scouting Training Webinar: Nutrient Deficiency Symptoms
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful scouting season and career with the free Extension Crops & Soils Foundational Crop Scout Training! \nJoin us for weekly virtual lunch-and-learn webinars on Zoom that introduce the fundamentals of field crop scouting and apply what you have learned with a half-day hands-on training in the field at one of the three University of Wisconsin Ag Research stations. Hands-on field day registration to be announced. \nWho should attend?\nThe Foundational Crop Scout training series is designed for entry-level crop scouts with limited or no scouting experience and anyone looking for a refresher course in basic scouting skills. We invite anyone looking for basic scout skills along with those working for crop consultants\, industry agronomists\, or ag service providers throughout Wisconsin to join us for this hybrid training opportunity. The program will provide crop scouts with the key foundational skills necessary for successfully scouting field crops including corn\, soybeans and alfalfa. \nRegister for webinars here.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/foundational-crop-scouting-training-webinar-nutrient-deficiency-symptoms/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T214240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211353Z
UID:2924-1748944800-1748962800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer In-Person Training - Stevens Point
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. \nAll events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs. Registration is free and lunch will be provided. Please register at least one week in advance so we can plan for enough food for participants. \nLocation: Midstate Technical College\n1001 Centerpoint Drive\, Stevens Point\, WI 54481\nComputer Lab – Room 412 \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-in-person-training-stevens-point/
LOCATION:Midstate Technical College\, 1001 Centerpoint Drive\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250504T205010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211437Z
UID:2970-1749038400-1749042000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Foundational Crop Scouting Training Webinar: Basic Insect ID
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful scouting season and career with the free Extension Crops & Soils Foundational Crop Scout Training! \nJoin us for weekly virtual lunch-and-learn webinars on Zoom that introduce the fundamentals of field crop scouting and apply what you have learned with a half-day hands-on training in the field at one of the three University of Wisconsin Ag Research stations. Hands-on field day registration to be announced. \nWho should attend?\nThe Foundational Crop Scout training series is designed for entry-level crop scouts with limited or no scouting experience and anyone looking for a refresher course in basic scouting skills. We invite anyone looking for basic scout skills along with those working for crop consultants\, industry agronomists\, or ag service providers throughout Wisconsin to join us for this hybrid training opportunity. The program will provide crop scouts with the key foundational skills necessary for successfully scouting field crops including corn\, soybeans and alfalfa. \nRegister for webinars here.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/foundational-crop-scouting-training-webinar-basic-insect-id/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250504T205230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211547Z
UID:2972-1749643200-1749646800@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Foundational Crop Scouting Training Webinar: Basic Weed ID
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful scouting season and career with the free Extension Crops & Soils Foundational Crop Scout Training! \nJoin us for weekly virtual lunch-and-learn webinars on Zoom that introduce the fundamentals of field crop scouting and apply what you have learned with a half-day hands-on training in the field at one of the three University of Wisconsin Ag Research stations. Hands-on field day registration to be announced. \nWho should attend?\nThe Foundational Crop Scout training series is designed for entry-level crop scouts with limited or no scouting experience and anyone looking for a refresher course in basic scouting skills. We invite anyone looking for basic scout skills along with those working for crop consultants\, industry agronomists\, or ag service providers throughout Wisconsin to join us for this hybrid training opportunity. The program will provide crop scouts with the key foundational skills necessary for successfully scouting field crops including corn\, soybeans and alfalfa. \nRegister for webinars here.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/foundational-crop-scouting-training-webinar-basic-weed-id/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250519T231956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T173351Z
UID:3019-1750150800-1750176000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Basic Ag 101 for Conservationists 2025 – Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Basic Ag 101 is designed for new agency staff working with landowners. The first part\, taught by experienced conservation professionals\, will focus on techniques and strategies for communicating with/working with traditional and non-traditional (Amish/Mennonite\, Tribal) landowners and provide a foundation in determining and assessing resource concerns in cropland (traditional/specialty)\, pasture and forested areas. \nLocation: Hancock Ag Research Station\, Hancock WI \nThis is a joint program of Wisconsin Land+Water and UW Madison-Extension’s Conservation Professional Training Program. Contact Kevin Erb at 920-391-4652 or Kevin.Erb@wisc.edu for more information on this program. \nRegister Here\nView Schedule
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/ag-101-basic-ag-for-conservationists-2025-session-1/
LOCATION:Hancock Agricultural Research Station
CATEGORIES:CPTP Training,Extension Event,Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T214240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211708Z
UID:2927-1750154400-1750172400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer In-Person Training - Appleton
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. \nAll events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs. Registration is free and lunch will be provided. Please register at least one week in advance so we can plan for enough food for participants. \nLocation: FVTC Appleton HSTC Building\n1825 N. Bluemound Drive\, Appleton\, WI 54914\nHealth Simulation & Energy Center – Room HS210 \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-in-person-training-appleton/
LOCATION:FVTC Appleton HSTC Building\, 1825 N. Bluemound Drive\, Appleton\, WI\, 54914\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250504T205659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211824Z
UID:2974-1750161600-1750165200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Foundational Crop Scouting Training Webinar: Introduction to Common Crop Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a successful scouting season and career with the free Extension Crops & Soils Foundational Crop Scout Training! \nJoin us for weekly virtual lunch-and-learn webinars on Zoom that introduce the fundamentals of field crop scouting and apply what you have learned with a half-day hands-on training in the field at one of the three University of Wisconsin Ag Research stations. Hands-on field day registration to be announced. \nWho should attend?\nThe Foundational Crop Scout training series is designed for entry-level crop scouts with limited or no scouting experience and anyone looking for a refresher course in basic scouting skills. We invite anyone looking for basic scout skills along with those working for crop consultants\, industry agronomists\, or ag service providers throughout Wisconsin to join us for this hybrid training opportunity. The program will provide crop scouts with the key foundational skills necessary for successfully scouting field crops including corn\, soybeans and alfalfa. \nRegister for webinars here.\nLearn more here.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/foundational-crop-scouting-training-webinar-introduction-to-common-crop-diseases/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250611T033032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T033032Z
UID:3040-1750204800-1750251600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Realizing Resilience: Coordinating Efforts from across the Great Lakes Basin Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is the first of a three-part series from the Great Lakes Commission (GLC) and University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) – Realizing Resilience: Coordinating Efforts from Across the Great Lakes Basin. The webinar series is offered in advance of the Midwest Climate Resilience Conference\, scheduled for October 20-22 in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin. Staff from the University of Minnesota Climate Adaptation Partnership (MCAP) will preview the upcoming Midwest Climate Resilience Conference\, and the Great Lakes Commission will provide an overview of GLC’s Action Plan for a Resilient Great Lakes Basin. This Action Plan helps to prioritize basin-wide efforts and forms a roadmap to advance climate resilience in the region. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/realizing-resilience-coordinating-efforts-from-across-the-great-lakes-basin-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T223657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T211910Z
UID:2934-1750327200-1750345200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer In-Person Training - Fennimore
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. \nAll events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs. Registration is free and lunch will be provided. Please register at least one week in advance so we can plan for enough food for participants. \nLocation: SWTC Fennimore Campus\n1800 Bronson Blvd.\, Fennimore\, WI 53809\nBuilding 100 – Room 124 \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-in-person-training-fennimore/
LOCATION:SWTC Fennimore Campus\, 1800 Bronson Blvd.\, Fennimore\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250613T014645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T014645Z
UID:3042-1750937400-1750941000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Skills for Building Farmer Networks for Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Are you a conservation outreach professional who is wanting to engage more farmers in farmer-led conservation efforts? Skills for Building Farmer Networks for Conservation is a new curriculum you can use to do just that. \nJoin us on Thursday\, June 26th at 11:30am CT / 12:30pm ET for a free\, virtual Lunch & Learn to learn about how you can use this curriculum to empower farmers in your watershed or community to engage their peers about conservation\, whether or not building a formal farmer network is your goal. The curriculum focuses on key skills identified through research that can help farmers feel more confident in supporting other farmers’ decisions to try conservation practices. \nRegister Here! \nLearn More\n\nWHEN: Thursday\, June 26th\, 2025.\nTIME: 11:30am CT / 12:30pm ET.\nPLACE: Zoom.
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/lunch-learn-skills-for-building-farmer-networks-for-conservation/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250611T031923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T031923Z
UID:3033-1751292000-1751295600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Preparing Wisconsin's Rural Communities for Extreme Weather Events Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Ken Genskow\, Jackson Parr\, and Ashley Cate of Extension for an engaging session discussing statewide work on building greater capacity in Wisconsin’s rural communities to prepare for amplified weather extremes. Collaborating with farmers\, local hazard planning and emergency management officials\, and rural schools\, their team aims to provide data\, tools\, and resources that enhance the ability to make informed decisions in advance of extreme weather events. The session will start with breakout rooms and end with plenty of discussion time to talk about engagement with the project. \nThis work is supported by the Rural Partnerships Institute (RPI). This webinar is hosted by the Network Sub-Team of UW-Madison’s Climate Leadership Team. All UW Extension colleagues are welcome to join. \nJun 30th\, 2025\, at 2:00 PM CT \nRegister Today!
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/preparing-wisconsins-rural-communities-for-extreme-weather-events-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event,Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T221521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T212007Z
UID:2937-1751364000-1751382000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer In-Person Training - Janesville
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. \nAll events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs. Registration is free and lunch will be provided. Please register at least one week in advance so we can plan for enough food for participants. \nLocation: Blackhawk Janesville Campus\n6004 S. County Road G\, Janesville\, WI 53546\nBlackhawk Room – Room 1315 \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-in-person-training-janesville/
LOCATION:Blackhawk Janesville Campus\, 6004 S. County Road G\, Janesville\, WI\, 53546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250611T031109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T032331Z
UID:3030-1751932800-1752191999@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:2025 NE-MW Regional Prescribed Fire Science and Managment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Northeast-Midwest Prescribed Fire Science and Management Workshop\nThis year\, the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy is taking a fresh approach with its 2025 Workshop by introducing a “Blended Learning Excursion.” The event will span three days\, combining virtual learning with in-person field trip opportunities across the Northeast and Midwest. \n– Day One will feature a half day of virtual presentations\, with Keynote from Dr. Stephen J. Pyne\, and a Session on The Many Cultures of Fire. \n– Day Two will be in-person field trips\, hosted independently across the Northeast-Midwest by willing participants. \n– Day Three\, we will have another half day of virtual presentations focused on common denominators of organizational\, local\, and regional fire cultures for successful wildland fire management\, and lightning presentations by representation from each of the 20 States in a Prescribed Fire Update. \nJuly 8th- 10th\, 2025 \nLearn More\nRegister Today
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/2025-ne-mw-regional-prescribed-fire-science-and-managment-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T151500
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250701T191920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T191920Z
UID:3066-1751961600-1751987700@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Organic Center Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Participants will have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with Rodale Institute’s Midwest Organic Center staff and team of Organic Consultants\, and learn about our research and demonstration projects focused on organic agriculture and tailored for farmers in the Midwest. This event is ideal for researchers\, students\, educators and all farmers\, whether you are interested in learning more about organic farming\, have an interest in consulting services to transition to organic\, or are currently a Midwest organic farmer. Attendance is free\, but registration is required. Food trucks will be available to purchase lunch during the event. \n\n\nLearn More & Register\n 
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/midwest-organic-center-field-day/
LOCATION:Midwest Organic Center\, 3706 St Peters Rd.\, Marion\, IA\, 52302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250701T193959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T193959Z
UID:3071-1752174000-1752177600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Rooted in Land Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Cates family: multigenerational farmers\, conservation champions\, and stewards of the land. On July 10\, you’re invited to a free virtual event that brings their story to life. \nFrom rebuilding their family farm to transforming a watershed\, Dick Cates and his family have redefined what it means to farm with a land ethic—and inspire a whole region in the process. \nHear from a Leopold Conservation Award winner\, published author\, and lifelong soil scientist. Discover how a creek\, a farm\, and a fierce commitment to conservation shaped an enduring legacy. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/rooted-in-land-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250710T233642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T233642Z
UID:3074-1752570000-1752588000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:UW Forage and Cover Crop Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Spend a day in the field with UW–Madison Extension’s forage-focused researchers\, crops educators\, statewide conservation cropping specialists to uncover new strategies for crop persistence\, management\, and pest management in forage systems. \nJuly 15\, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.\nArlington Ag Research Station\nN633 Hopkins Rd \nRegister Here\nLearn More
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/uw-forage-and-cover-crop-field-day/
LOCATION:Arlington Agricultural Research Station\, N695 Hopkins Road\, Arlington\, Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T222348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T212122Z
UID:2940-1752573600-1752591600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer In-Person Training - Eau Claire
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. \nAll events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs. Registration is free and lunch will be provided. Please register at least one week in advance so we can plan for enough food for participants. \nLocation: CVTC Energy Education Center\n4000 Campus Road\, Eau Claire\, WI 54703\nEnergy Education Center – Room 132 \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-in-person-training-eau-claire/
LOCATION:CVTC Energy Education Center\, 4000 Campus Road\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250711T010115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T010115Z
UID:3088-1752672600-1752678000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Forage and Nitrogen Management Field Day
DESCRIPTION:In field discussion on efficient use of nitrogen\, including nitrogen utilization research\, forage inventory and planning for livestock feeding\, and the farm pulse program. \n\n1:30 pm – 3:00 pm\nLocation: Augusta\, WI \n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/forage-and-nitrogen-management-field-day/
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250711T004840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T004942Z
UID:3079-1752744600-1752766200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Hydrology Fundamentals Field Training
DESCRIPTION:This is one of three field-based trainings that will be offered this summer as part of the hydrology fundamentals and hydrologic assessment training series developed by DATCP and Wisconsin Wetlands Association. \nThe purpose of these trainings is to provide opportunities for participants to:\n1) Observe the landscape from the perspective of source\, transport\, and depositional zones. \n2) Practice reading the landscape to recognize the basic characteristics of degraded hydrology. \n3) Appraise whether hydrologic restoration could be effectively applied to address site-specific or downstream resource concerns. \nRegister Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/hydrology-fundamentals-field-training/
LOCATION:Portage County Office Building\, 1462 Strongs Avenue\, Stevens Point\, WI\, 54481\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250715T015217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T015217Z
UID:3090-1752746400-1752753600@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:WI Farm Tour: Agroforestry 101 and Plant Breeding for Agroforestry
DESCRIPTION:WI Farm Tour: Agroforestry 101 & Plant Breeding Join Tree Crop Breeder Kathleen Rhoades and Ecosystem Scientist Nate Lawrence for a hands-on tour at Valley Farm. Learn the basics of agroforestry\, explore plant breeding for tree crops\, and hear biodiversity findings from three seasons of field monitoring. \nIdeal for producers curious about sustainable agriculture. \nValley Farm\, Spring Green Campus \nThursday\, July 17 | 10 am–12 pm \nRegister Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wi-farm-tour-agroforestry-101-and-plant-breeding-for-agroforestry/
LOCATION:Canopy Farm Managment – Nursery\, E5219 Jones Road\, Spring Green\, WI\, 53588\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250502T223041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T212214Z
UID:2943-1752746400-1752757200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer Training LCD Webinar
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. All events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs.  \nAfter registering for the webinar\, a Zoom link will be emailed to you at a later date. \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-training-lcd-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250711T005431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T005633Z
UID:3083-1752832800-1752858000@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Farmers Union 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Wisconsin Farmers Union invites you to join us Friday\, July 18th at WFU Kamp Kenwood for our Annual Summer Conference. Join us for lunch\, updates from WFU Staff\, the Chapter Presidents’ Meeting\, and our annual pie contest. All are welcome to attend! \n10:00 am – 5:00 pm\nLocation: Chippewa Falls\, WI \nLearn More
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/wisconsin-farmers-union-2025-conference/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Farmers Union Kamp Kenwood\, 19161 79th Ave.\, Chippewa Falls\, WI\, 54729\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250504T203557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T212235Z
UID:2948-1753178400-1753189200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:SnapPlus V3 Summer Training Agronomist Webinar
DESCRIPTION:SnapPlus V3 is now available for nutrient management planning! Join us for a one-day training on V3 of SnapPlus. We will discuss building a plan from scratch in V3 as well as demonstrate converting a V2 plan into V3. There will also be time to work on plans\, and we’ll have SnapPlus developers present to answer questions and troubleshoot. All events will offer 3 Nutrient Management CEUs.  \nAfter registering for the webinar\, a Zoom link will be emailed to you at a later date. \nRegister Here\nView Flyer
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/snapplus-v3-summer-training-agronomist-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250711T000714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T000714Z
UID:3076-1753779600-1753801200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Vegetables\, Livestock\, Markets and More! Field Day at Providence Organic Farm
DESCRIPTION:Visit Providence Farm to learn from the farmers about raising and marketing vegetables and livestock sustainably and how to follow organic standards for pastures and livestock! \nWhen: July 29\, 2025 9:00AM – 3:00PM \nWhere: Providence Organic Farm\, 5691 N M 88 Central Lake\, MI\, US 49622 \nRegistration Deadline: July 22\, 2025 – 12:00AM \nRegister Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/vegetables-livestock-markets-and-more-field-day-at-providence-organic-farm/
LOCATION:Providence Organic Farm\, 5691 N M 88\, Central Lake\, WI\, 49622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250730T214751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T214751Z
UID:3099-1754402400-1754413200@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Cover Crop Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This virtual workshop offers an afternoon of sessions for farmers who are currently using cover crops in their farm practices\, as well as those considering it. All are welcome to attend! You’ll hear about grazing cover crops and how to manage cover crops in extreme weather conditions. They will also share the basics of how to get started planting cover crops. The workshop will end with a panel of farmers who will offer insights on reducing your inputs using cover crops. \nRegister Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/virtual-cover-crop-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Partner Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143340
CREATED:20250805T202656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T203128Z
UID:3110-1754641800-1754654400@conservationprotraining.org
SUMMARY:Small Scale Cover Cropping: Cover Crops for Urban Growers
DESCRIPTION:Discover how cover crops can power up your growing space. Plus\, get free seed and hands-on practice in this interactive workshop! \nJoin us for part 1 of this workshop series: Cover Cropping for Urban Growers. This workshop is open to anyone interested\, but is especially valuable for farmers and experienced community gardeners who want to integrate cover crops into their annual crop plans. \nLocation: FireFly Ridge Community Garden (10305 Underwood Pkwy\, Wauwatosa\, WI 53226 \nRegister Here
URL:https://conservationprotraining.org/event/small-scale-cover-cropping-cover-crops-for-urban-growers/
LOCATION:Firefly Ridge Community Gardens\, 10305 Underwood Pkwy\, Wauwatosa\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Extension Event
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