Conservation Corner is a weekly article produced by the Forest County Land &Water Conservation Department. For more information contact Steve Kircher, County Conservationist-Land Information/GIS Director at 715-478-1387 or by e-mail at lcc@co.forest.wi.us.
Category Archive: Conservation Corner
Nov 06 2020
Top 10 hunting violations during firearm deer season
As we gear up for the 2020 firearm deer season, DNR officials are expecting that this year’s higher hunting license sales will mean more new and experienced hunters in the woods. Here’s a list of the 10 most common hunting violations that conservation officers encounter every firearm season. #1 – Using the wrong tag or …
Nov 04 2020
Pruning Techniques
Did you know the best time of year to trim and prune trees and is late fall into winter? This is because you can easily see the structure of the tree and the wounds will close better the next growing season. Also, sap and resin flow will be minimal in the dormant season, so there …
Oct 30 2020
2021 Forest County Land Conservation Plant Sale
The first annual “Forest County Land Conservation Department Plant Sale” is here! Although winter is just around the corner, it is time to start thinking about what colorful additions you can add to your landscaping next spring. This year, our Land and Water Conservation Department has decided to host a plant sale, selling only plants …
Oct 09 2020
Emerald Ash Borer Detected in Dunn, Florence, Oconto, Pepin, Price, and Shawano Counties
The Emerald Ash Borer isn’t in Forest County yet, but they’re getting closer. As you head out to cut your winter firewood please pay attention to these invasive beetles. In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has detected emerald ash borer (EAB) for …
Oct 03 2020
Top 10 Ways to Help Lakes from Home
Plant native & diverse vegetation Deep-rooted native plants and trees help absorb water and hold topsoil in place during rain events. As an added bonus, they will add beauty to your property and provide habitat for songbirds and butterflies. Create a rain garden Not only will rain gardens capture stormwater runoff and beautify your property, …