Conservation Corner

Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land & Water Conservation Department.
For more information contact Kayla Littleton, County Conservationist-Land Information/GIS Director at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at

Goldenrod

Goldenrod

Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land Conservation and Land Information Department. For more information contact Lucas O’Brien, Forest County Land Conservation Technician at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at ...

PFAS

PFAS

PFAS Northern Wisconsin known for its pristine lakes, lush forests, and vibrant communities, faces a growing environmental challenge: PFAS contamination. These are commonly known as “forever chemicals,” and scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances,...

Garlic Mustard in Northern Wisconsin

Garlic Mustard in Northern Wisconsin

Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolate) is a highly invasive plant species that poses a significant threat to the ecosystems of northern Wisconsin. The plant was originally introduced to North America in the 1800’s as a culinary and medical herb, this plant has since...

The Spongy Moth in Wisconsin

The Spongy Moth in Wisconsin

Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land Conservation and Land Information Department. For more information contact Lucas O’Brien, Forest County Land Conservation Technician at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at  ...

Eurasian Water Milfoil

Eurasian Water Milfoil

Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land Conservation and Land Information Department. For more information contact Lucas O’Brien, Forest County Land Conservation Technician at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at  ...

Purple Loosestrife Beetles

Purple Loosestrife Beetles

Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land Conservation and Land Information Department. For more information contact Lucas O’Brien, Forest County Land Conservation Technician at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at  ...

WI Healthy Lakes and Rivers Program

WI Healthy Lakes and Rivers Program

Wisconsin is home to 15,000 lakes and many rivers. These water bodies are crucial to ecosystems that support diverse wildlife, provide recreational opportunities, and contribute to the state’s economy. However, maintaining the health of these aquatic systems requires...

Lucas O’Brien “Land Conservation Technician”

Lucas O’Brien “Land Conservation Technician”

Algal Blooms in Northern Wisconsin Northern Wisconsin, known for its clean lakes and rivers, is facing an environmental challenge that threatens its natural beauty and ecosystem: algal blooms. These blooms occur when algae, microscopic organisms found in water, grow...

First Annual FLOW AIS Meeting

First Annual FLOW AIS Meeting

Recently, our department attended the 1st Annual FLOW AIS meeting hosted at the Northwoods Inn on June 12th. The FLOW AIS program works towards improving aquatic ecosystems through Aquatic Invasive Species prevention, education, public outreach, and waterbody...

Trout Waters in Forest County

Trout Waters in Forest County

Northern Wisconsin is known for its natural resources. Many outdoorsman, fisherman and nature lovers live or visit here each year. It is also home to some of the finest coldwater trout fisheries in the Midwest. Among its most treasured natural resources are its Class...