Muddying the Water: How Frames Affect Perceptions of Watershed Issues
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Monday, May 15
Madison
The words and images that we use to contextualize watershed issues can help communicate why an issue matters, how it should be defined, who is responsible and what should be done. In this session we will explore the different communication schema used to present, interpret and organize issue-related information, and learn some research-based techniques for using framing to advocate for watershed issues. Attendees are encouraged to bring their difficult communication issues for discussion during and after the presentation. To register, go to https://olw-lwrd.countyofdane.com/
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Pasture Walk on Patch Burn Grazing
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 16
Avoca
Learn how to:
Rejuvenate idle grassland- CRP;
Set up land to contract grazing;
Use prescribed fire;
Graze after a burn.
RSVP by May 15 at (608) 732-1202.
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Soil Health Principles Workshop
6:00-9:00 p.m.
Friday, May 19
Viroqua
The workshop
will cover: Role of the carbon cycle in our cropping and grazing systems; Soil aggregates and pore spaces, how are they made (and remade); Soil health principles; Soil armor; Minimizing soil disturbance; Plant diversity; Continual live plant/root; Livestock integration. To register visit
valleystewardshipnetwork.org/solutions/workshops/ or
call Sarah at (608) 637-5480.
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Climate Change Forum
9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 20
Sturgeon Bay
Hear from experts about:
- Climate Change and Extreme Weather: What to Expect Here and Around the World
- A Cleaner Environment....Better Health.....Lower Costs......Stronger Economy
- Talking about Climate Change: Strategies to Reach Beyond the Choir
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Shoreline Protection & Restoration
9:00 a.m.
Saturday, May 20
Beaver Dam
From rip rap to native plantings, learn about shoreline repair, maintenance, and beautification. Hear about Wisconsin's Healthy Lakes Program from Lakes Specialist/Outreach Program Manager Patrick Goggin and join in on a native planting. To register go to
http://www.bdlia.org/events/ or call (920) 356-1200.
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Cover Crop & Soil Quality Field Day
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 20
Mount Sterling
Learn ways to improve your soil by keeping it covered. A rainfall simulator demonstration will show how cover crops protect soil and different cover termination options. Register by calling Sarah at (608) 637-5480 or visiting valleystewardshipnetwork.org/solutions/workshops/
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Extending Imagery to the Cloud for Infinitely Scalable Raster Analytics
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 23
GIS has modernized the collection and management of massive quantities of data from multiple sensors, enabling organizations to quickly interpret and make use of the information. Learn how ArcGIS goes far beyond traditional imagery applications to provide modern imagery management capabilities, raster analytical tools capable of running in distributed environments, and improved imagery services for final product dissemination that supports massive files. Register at http://go.esri.com/scalable-raster
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Federal Funding & Financing for Farmers
12:00-1:00 p.m.
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Aquatic Plant Identification Trainings
Five Workshops During June
Learn from the experts to identify aquatic plants at the one of five workshops in central and northern Wisconsin. Training sessions will help participants:
- Understand the ecological role of aquatic plants in Wisconsin's water bodies
- Learn how to distinguish the many species of aquatic plants that exist in Wisconsin
- Learn about various aquatic habitats and which species like to grow there
For more information and to register, go to
https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/UWEXLakes/Pages/programs/training/plantID.aspx
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Using Fire and Grazing to Maintain Productive and Ecologically Resilient Grasslands
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Photo: Chris Helzer
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1:00-2:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 1
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Aphids, Scales, and White Flies
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Friday, June 2
Learn to identify and properly apply Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques using practical, cultural practices to reduce the pressure from aphids, scales, and white flies. Go to https://learn.extension.org/events/2844 for more information.
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Introduction to the Algae
June 2-3
Saukville
This course will look at the taxonomy and ecology of midwest algae with an emphasis on some important nuisance taxa. The lecture component of the class will cover the distinctions of the major algal groups and their role in the ecosystems. In the field we will visit a variety of local aquatic habitats to learn collections techniques. Back in the lab we will examine our sample using proper microscope techniques and identify our collected specimens with the use of taxonomic keys. Check out
http://uwm.edu/field-station/workshops/summer-workshops/ for more details.
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Transitioning to Organic
2:00-3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 6
Ferryville
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Photo credit: NRCS
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Pasture Walk
10:30 a.m.
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GPS for Planners
9:00 am.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 7
Juneau
Many offices have GPS units, and these units aren't just for technicians. They can be very helpful for planners as well. Uploading points to layout in the field as well as learning how to survey and bring points into ArcMap and CADD will be shown in addition to other helpful tools. Please register by contacting Beth Peterson at
beth.peterson@wi.usda.gov
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Beef Cattle Pasture Walk & Fencing Demonstration
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Dane County Grazing Network
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1:00-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 7
Fitchburg
Look at well-established diverse forage pastures, recently seeded pastures, and pastures that will again be grazed to remove woody species. The differences in soil health in these pastures will be compared.
This event will provide hands-on experience in fence repair, fence design, corner construction, portable fence usage, and proper energizer selection, and energizer grounding. Discover the ins and outs of fencing for livestock, including planning, placement, and practicality of making fence!
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Citizen Science Association Conference
May 17-20
St. Paul, MN
Midwest Farm Energy Conference
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une 13-14
Morris, MN
Northwest Wisconsin Lakes Conference
June 16
Hayward
The Energy Fair
June 16-18
Custer
ESRI Imaging and Mapping Forum
July 8-11
San Diego, CA
Farm Technology Days
July 11-13
Algoma
Food, Land & Water Conference
October 16-17
Elkhart Lake
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