by Greg Schmitz | May 1, 2025 | News
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by Greg Schmitz | May 1, 2025 | News
On April 12, an estimated 15 million birds crossed the state Wisconsin. It was one of the busiest nights of the spring migration so far, according to BirdCast, a website that tracks migration. Some of those birds are just passing through, while others are here...
by Greg Schmitz | Apr 24, 2025 | Conservation Corner
Thanks to all that supported the Forest County Land Conservation Departments annual native plant sale! With the proceeds, we are able to offer one scholarship for the Middle School Youth Conservation Camp this summer. The Middle School Camp will be hosted at Upham...
by Greg Schmitz | Apr 17, 2025 | Conservation Corner
April 22nd is Earth Day! Every year millions of people around the globe come together to celebrate Earth Day, a day dedicated to honoring and protecting the planet. Growing up, I remember various events we would do in school, like plantings trees or learning about the...
by Greg Schmitz | Apr 10, 2025 | Conservation Corner
Now that spring is hopefully on its way, many lake property owners in the county may start to see damage along their shorelines from ice shove. Ice shove or ice push occurs when the temperature increases as spring approaches, causing the ice to melt and start to break...
by Greg Schmitz | Apr 3, 2025 | Conservation Corner
The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) is a unique, volunteer-based organization that works to advise and support the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in managing the state’s natural resources. The WCC consists of citizens who represent...
