We get a preview of this year’s public lands atlas and hear how the state manages these parcels. Then, we hear the backstory of wetlands in Wisconsin, and learn about an annual conference honoring them.
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Taking a peek at Wisconsin’s public lands in the newest atlas and learning more about management and acquisition
State forests, parks and wildlife refuges are all examples of Wisconsin’s public lands. We talk with the Wisconsin DNR’s real estate section chief about the latest atlas and how the land is managed.
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How the late ice age shaped our state’s wetlands
There are more than five million acres of wetland in Wisconsin, and many of them were formed by glaciers in the late ice age. We get a little of wetland history, plus hear about this year’s Wetland Science Conference.
Learn more about the connection between the late ice age and wetlands here.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Jim Lemke Guest
- Katie Beilfuss Guest
- Nelson Ham Guest
- Jill Nadeau Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
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