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Managing cattails with water level control

Managing cattails with water level control

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Nov 2, 2018 | For landowners, News

If you have large stands of cattail taking over your wetland, you likely have one of the invasive cattails, and you should consider actions to control the cattail in order to make room for native plants in your wetland.

Is a wetland drawdown good for wildlife?

Is a wetland drawdown good for wildlife?

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 14, 2018 | For landowners, News

One of our supporters recently asked if drawdowns are bad for wildlife. It’s a great question, and an important one for wetlands!

Keep an eye out for garden valerian

Keep an eye out for garden valerian

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 13, 2018 | For landowners, News

Garden valerian is a good example of how an invasive species can exist for many decades in small isolated pockets that don’t seem to be spreading, but then suddenly shows up everywhere.

How caring for your wetlands helps monarch butterflies

How caring for your wetlands helps monarch butterflies

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 6, 2018 | For landowners, News

Thanks to habitat loss and land use changes, monarch populations are in trouble. Your efforts to protect and care for your wetlands (and uplands) can help monarchs by promoting much-needed habitat.

Caring for wetlands by mapping invasive plants

Caring for wetlands by mapping invasive plants

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Jun 8, 2018 | For landowners, News

Keep an eye on your wetland’s invasive plants by mapping them.

Can I use prescribed fire as a management tool in my wetland?

Can I use prescribed fire as a management tool in my wetland?

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Apr 11, 2018 | For landowners, News

Like any tool, when used properly, prescribed fire can be an important part of restoring health to your wetland.

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