I read an interesting article this week about the US drought. While drought has been a persistent problem in the western US, it’s now spread across other parts of the country that aren’t typically this dry. Nearly 60…
Conservation Corner Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land &Water Conservation Department. For more information contact Steve Kircher, County Conservationist-Land Information/GIS Director at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at . My wife asked me…
Why do autumn leaves change their color?
Last weekend at a Saturday morning football game, my Grandson asked me why leaves change color? I think I get asked this question every fall. So, why do autumn leaves change their color? It all starts with photosynthesis….
Firewood Month
Most people don’t spend much time thinking about firewood. If it’s split and dry, it’s good to go, right? Well, maybe not. In recognition of Firewood Month, let’s take a few minutes to unpack some firewood facts to…
Phragmites in Forest County
Last week, Forest County Land & Water was able to collaborate with Wild Rivers Invasive Species Coalition (WRISC) and the Forest, Langlade and Oconto County Waters (FLOW) Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator to treat a Phragmites outbreak. A small…
Understanding your Legal Description
This week, I would like to switch to my Land Information hat and talk about your property’s legal description. Understanding the legal description on your land or land you intend to purchase is very important. A legal description…