by Greg Schmitz | Jan 22, 2026 | Wake Boats
This is a continuation of a series of emails and blogs explaining why Wisconsin Lakes supports the Coalition’s position on reasonable regulation of enhanced wake recreation: 700 feet from shore (HERE), 30 feet of depth, maintaining local control (HERE), and preventing...
by Greg Schmitz | Jan 21, 2026 | News
On January 20, 2026, the Mole Lake Sokaogon Chippewa awarded a $1000 grant to the Forest County Association of Lakes (FCAL) to use toward supporting its mission of promoting education of and protection of Forest County waters and environs. FCAL supports its mission...
by Greg Schmitz | Jan 20, 2026 | News
In this issue… Winter Salt Week | Bald Eagles | Phenology Fun Fact | Program Updates | Upcoming Events Winter Salt Week Addresses A Forever Pollutant Photo by Amy Kowalski After Road Salt Melts Snow, It Degrades Freshwater Winter Salt Week – January 26-30,...
by Greg Schmitz | Jan 15, 2026 | Conservation Corner
When winter arrives, the world above ground slows down. Trees stand bare, fields lie dormant, and snow blankets the landscape. But beneath that frozen surface, the soil is far from lifeless. In fact, winter sets in motion a series of physical, chemical, and biological...
by Greg Schmitz | Jan 12, 2026 | Conservation Corner
Every winter, Wisconsin’s roads transform into icy ribbons that challenge drivers and road crews alike. The go-to solution for decades has been road salt because its simple, effective, and cheap. But beneath its convenience lies a growing environmental cost. WI Salt...
by Greg Schmitz | Jan 7, 2026 | Conservation Corner
UPDATE: 12/30/25 Forest County Snowmobile Trails SNOWMOBILE TRAILS: Open The trails are in good conditions but as always watch your speed and stay to the right. Clubs have all been out grooming and removing branches that may have fallen with the recent...
