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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Conservation Partnership Training

Online

Save the date for the Conservation Partnership Training. Attendees will learn about WI Land+Water, Standards Oversight Council (SOC), agency partners (DATCP, DNR, NRCS), Pheasants Forever, Trout Unlimited, and the Conservation Professional Training Program. Contact Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org with any questions.

Engineering Ethics for Professional Engineers

Online

This training will review and advance the PE's knowledge and understanding of ethics engineering. The webinar will conclude with a quiz. 1 PDH will be awarded for those who complete both the live session and the quiz. Please contact Penny at Penny@wisconsinlandwater.org if you do not receive a confirmation email after registering. Register here.

Free

Fish Passage, Flood Resiliency, and Road Stream Crossings Workshop

Online

Trout Unlimited, the Wisconsin DNR, US Forest Service, Wisconsin Land and Water, and our partners are hosting a half-day Fish Passage, Flood Resiliency, and Road Stream Crossings virtual workshop on February 25th. The event will include presentations on (1) designing crossings for fish passage and flood resiliency, (2) permitting and construction, and (3) inventories, partnerships, […]

Free

Wisconsin Land and Water Annual Conference

Online

Please mark your calendars for March 2-5, 2021, when Wisconsin Land and Water will be hosting its FIRST VIRTUAL CONFERENCE. This interactive, virtual conference will include: Timely, engaging sessions, discussions, and roundtables, many with opportunities to earn CEUs and PDHs Plenty of opportunities to network and visit our sponsors Silent auction Poster contest judging Annual […]

$175

Farm Forest Initiative: Engaging Farmers in Woodlot Management

Online

UW-Madison Division of Extension Natural Resources Educator, Tony Johnson, will provide an overview of the 'Farm Forest Initiative.' The initiative is a systematic effort to deliver forestry outreach and resources tailored to agricultural producers in Wisconsin. This talk will outline key findings from a recent statewide needs assessment, cover the most important forestry resources currently […]

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Stormwater Workshop

Online

The workshop has a focus on BMP maintenance, TMDL compliance, and more. Experts from around the state will share their experiences in building and maintaining BMPs. Also included are updates on technical standards, restoring ecosystems, green infrastructure, working with CAFOs, and water quality trading. 8 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) will be offered. The registration deadline is Thursday, April 15, on this […]

Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation: Financial Assurance–Part II

Online

On Wednesday, June 2, from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Wisconsin Land+Water will be leading the second webinar in a three-part series on non-metallic mine reclamation. Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation: Financial Assurance-Part II will discuss the following financial assurance areas: Amount and duration Determining the amount Disputes Certificate of completion and release Register by Tuesday, June 1, at 10:00 a.m., at https://conta.cc/2M4rnLl […]

Want Freshwater? Then Stop Oversalting

Online

Join Wisconsin Land+Water on June 23 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. to learn how salt ends up in our freshwater. Chloride concentrations are on the rise in both surface and groundwater. In response, several communities across the state are taking steps to become Salt Wise Champions and are cutting their salt use by 50%+. Our drinking water and freshwater […]

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Basic Ag for Conservationists

Online

Join us to better understand the basics of agriculture through a multi-component course taught by experienced local, state and federal conservationists. This training is intended to provide conservation professionals with the necessary skills and farming knowledge to implement conservation practices for improved land management. Jointly sponsored by WI Land+Water and UW–Madison Division of Extension. Wednesday, […]

Free

Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation: Permit Determinations

Online

On August 4 from 10:00-11:00 a.m., tune in to the final webinar in  Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation webinar series, which will cover reclamation permitting and following topics: Approval/Denial Modifications–process and requirements  Conditions  Automatic and expedited permitting  Permit duration  Register by Monday, August 2 at https://conta.cc/3bjt3Jy

Climate Smart Mitigation and COMET Tools

Online

This course will provide an overview of climate science principles, terminology, and resources, focusing on best management strategies for engaging clients in effective dialogue around climate smart land management practices. Participants will become familiar with the current and predicted future impact of weather extremes and climate change on Wisconsin’s working lands, as well as the […]

Wisconsin Land + Water Annual Conference

KI Convention Center 333 Main Street, Green Bay, WI

Wisconsin Land + Water's annual conference provides valuable networking opportunities, forums to discuss current work and new ideas with colleagues, a chance to build technical knowledge, and space to be re-inspired by the passion for conservation across the state.

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