The need for appropriate regulation of enhanced wakes has generated extensive activity and debate around Wisconsin the last couple years. The goal is to reduce environmental and safety impacts without infringing unnecessarily on the rights of those who enjoy wake sports. Meanwhile, wake boats are becoming more powerful and more common. A coalition of environmental…
The WCLRA Communication Committee is pleased to announce availability of a booklet covering most of the current topics and threats related to our lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands. This booklet is an updated version of a larger-format publication our group produced in 2016 for some special educational events held that summer. The new version includes…
Over the winter, many people will consider ways to improve their waterfront properties. Grants are available for some projects that protect the water.
How does stream life survive in cold weather and low water temperatures? And what happens on lakes and rivers with complete ice cover at the water surface?
Washburn County has had a significant common loon population for the first part of this century on many of its lakes and rivers. All of Wisconsin is home to about 4,350 loons. The loon is a favorite bird for many, perhaps due to its distinctive melodic calls and streamlined black and white body with shimmery…