by Forest County Land Conservation | Apr 26, 2021 | Conservation Corner
Lake Property Owners, have you noticed erosion along your shoreline? This is a challenge that many shoreland property owners face, we would like to share some tips on how to keep your shoreland property in place! The best way to identify and assess erosion problems is...
by Forest County Land Conservation | Apr 19, 2021 | Conservation Corner
Spring has finally sprung! Not only are crocuses, day lilies and daffodils starting to show up in our gardens, but many trees are also budding. It is a wonderful sight, giving us hope for longer and warmer days to come. Did you ever stop and think what causes trees to...
by Forest County Land Conservation | Apr 12, 2021 | Aquatic Invasive Species News, Conservation Corner, Invasive Species
As the last of the ice is finally gone, many people look forward to getting their boats back in the water. This also means groups will once again head to boat launches in an effort to keep Aquatic Invasive Species [AIS] out of the lakes. AIS can be determinantal to...
by Forest County Land Conservation | Apr 5, 2021 | Conservation Corner
In Wisconsin, April 4-10 is ‘Keep Wildlife Wild’ Week. Our year-round activities bring us outside to enjoy the natural environment and view our wildlife resources. Wild animals are valued by many, and it’s important to observe them at a respectful distance to keep...
by Forest County Land Conservation | Mar 30, 2021 | Conservation Corner
Last week, we marked the spring equinox on March 20, the first day of spring. I’m sure many of us are thinking about the change of seasons and the hope of warmer days to come. The warmer temperatures can also bring up the idea of climate change. There are many...
by Forest County Land Conservation | Mar 22, 2021 | Conservation Corner
As Spring approaches and our lakes open up, one of the issues that came to my attention is Shoreland Lighting. During the daytime Shorelands are heavily used for recreation. Artificial lighting allows us to engage in nighttime activities that would be...
