Division of Extension Natural Resources Institute

Our natural resources programs embody the Wisconsin Idea by bringing the research and ideas of UW–Madison and our partners to communities across the state.

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Are you a private landowner in the Midwest? Apply for the FREE 2026 Wisconsin Coverts Project Workshop, Aug 6–9 in Woodruff. Learn to improve your woodlands for wildlife and join a network that’s improved 1M+ acres across WI.
👇 Apply below by June 15:
https://t.co/hEztvo3x4b

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Great news from @LSNERR! New sensor research by Hannah Nicklay and experts across the Reserve uses algal sensor technology in estuaries to detect changes more quickly, supporting better monitoring and protection of our waters. 💙

Read the details: https://t.co/DGJeeIbIYs

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On a zoning board or working in local land‑use? Join us June 25 in Wautoma for a hands‑on workshop on variance decisions, real‑world scenarios, and how zoning board members “act like a judge” in your community.

Register below and join us June 25th!
👉 https://t.co/QnBiZ4hAHH

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🦊 Seen a fox in Madison? Patchy coats from shedding winter fur are often mistaken for mange. Learn the difference and what to do from this new publication by David Drake with UW–Madison Extension and the UW Urban Canid Project.
👇 Full publication below:
https://t.co/NOcvLD8oDT

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Looking for fresh ways to connect with farmers about adopting conservation practices? Join @UWMadisonExt and partners for their Lunch & Learn webinar to explore new, easy‑to‑reuse outreach approaches to engage more farmers.
📅 June 1st at 12 PM
Register: https://t.co/pGWIRcJg9Y

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New to conservation or ag? Ag 101 training is on July 14 in Hancock, WI!
Learn from experts how to work with landowners, including Amish, Mennonite, and Tribal communities, in cropland, pasture, and forest settings. 🌽🌾🌲
$30 early bird.
Register: https://t.co/JwEdTEvcGg

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@LSNERR is expanding on Barker’s Island! This expansion - and all the work of the Lake Superior Reserve - are examples of partnership at work for the community, thanks to @UWMadisonExt, the university system, and the City of Superior.
Read the story 👇
https://t.co/xhi9Zswh5Z

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🦊 Did you spot a fox over Memorial Day weekend? Foxes can look scruffy this time of year as they shed their winter coats, and it’s easy to mistake that for mange.

Our forestry team has a new factsheet to help you identify mange and how to help: https://t.co/ZB78RNkmwJ

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Looking for fun this Memorial Day? Visit Nature's Canvas Tiny Art Show at UW-Madison Arboretum! See 95 pieces of art from 66 different Wisconsin artists, including 26 Master Naturalists! 🌄🎨

Full details linked below: https://t.co/Un41uqN9hm

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Curious about what we've been up to at the Natural Resources Institute? Check out our just-released 2025 Annual Report for the latest events and happenings on forestry, water, climate, and more!

Read the report here:
👉 https://t.co/uuT0dVeO34

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🏞️ Snapshot Day is your chance to help protect Wisconsin’s lakes, rivers & wetlands! On Aug 8, volunteers team up with local partners to search for aquatic invasive species. No experience needed.

Registration opens June 1: https://t.co/0vnlpWtiMt

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🌽 Shop local farmers' markets? UW‑Extension's Bret Shaw research finds 81% of U.S. adults visit yearly. Shoppers fit into six groups based on what they care about and what they're hoping to find.

Learn which group fits you in the article linked below. 👇
https://t.co/ksqXLWVjF3

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🌟Upham Woods was recognized by the WI Dept. of Workforce Development for joining the Youth Apprenticeship Program. Huge shout-out to Cara, who is gaining outdoor teaching skills and school credit at Upham. We’re proud to support the next gen of natural resource pros like Cara!

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🌊 May is the start of stream monitoring season! Get trained to do baseline stream monitoring on your local stream or river with Water Action Volunteers' hands‑on trainings this month in Loganville, Cadott, Mt. Horeb & New Holstein.
See all sessions: https://t.co/QuJFBbUQ2K

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Ever wish to swap ideas with farmers nearby? Check out the brand new Good Idea Shop Talks: a playbook for virtual farmer-to-farmer conservation learning!
Download here: https://t.co/oWKi2wgywO

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🌪️ Dive into Wisconsin's tornado history with @WI_ClimateSCO! Discover causes, frequency, and lessons learned.

👇Read the full article linked below.
https://t.co/HD4X4gIWQP

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Upham Woods is hiring! Our longtime Facilities Manager retires this fall, and we’re looking for the next member of our team. If you can manage budgets and staff, love hands‑on outdoor work, and want to support youth, apply below by June 3!
https://t.co/W5VCcfB1TU

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💧 How do volunteers protect Wisconsin's streams? Discover Water Action Volunteers' vital work monitoring 86,000+ miles of Wisconsin streams in this new Extension article!
Read the full article here 👇
https://t.co/Thl5YmgvEm

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💧 It's Drinking Water Week! Test your private well regularly. Use Wisconsin's free Be Well Informed tool to understand results and keep water safe.

Access the Be Well Informed tool here:
👉https://t.co/6mUx3ze3hh

Step-by-step overview of the tool:
👉https://t.co/bgovQhToHS

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Have you seen the Wisconsin Master Naturalist Tiny Art Show yet? 🎨🌻 It’s displayed at the UW Arboretum through June! Explore tiny works inspired by Wisconsin nature. Afterward, bid online to support the program.
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More details 👇 https://t.co/jf5DsJyLAp