A drone photo of a ridge and swale ecosystem from above, showing parallel strips of forest and wetland next to Lake Michigan.

The Swale Tale

How an unusual Door County landscape is helping researchers learn how Great Lake water levels affect groundwater and forests in coastal areas  Landscapes tell a story. That can be obvious to the casual observer traveling around the state, whether it’s taking a scenic fall drive through the Driftless Area in southwest Wisconsin, exploring the potholes Read more about The Swale Tale[…]

A person holding their new certified Wisconsin Clean Marina sign.

SkipperBud’s Oshkosh Marina certifies as Wisconsin Clean Marina

SkipperBud’s Oshkosh Marina has received a Wisconsin Clean Marina designation from Wisconsin Sea Grant and its partners for the marina’s efforts to prevent pollution and protect fish, wildlife, and public health. Wisconsin’s Clean Marina Program launched in 2010 to promote clean and safe waterways for the state’s marine industry through best practices while meeting state Read more about SkipperBud’s Oshkosh Marina certifies as Wisconsin Clean Marina[…]

Youtube thumbnail of Linda's video.

Student Stories from the Field: A Summer with Freshwater@UW

From monitoring water quality in Lake Michigan tributaries to coring trees in Door County, the students in the Freshwater@UW Summer Research Opportunities Program had a summer full of discovery. This year, the program supported 31 undergraduate students as they explored water chemistry, emerging contaminants, groundwater, fisheries, and more, gaining hands-on research experience that helped them envision Read more about Student Stories from the Field: A Summer with Freshwater@UW[…]