Let's Celebrate Five Decades!
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Celebrating 50 Years of Lake Tides:
A Beacon for Wisconsin's Lake Enthusiasts
This year marks a monumental milestone for the Lake Tides newsletter as it celebrates turning 50. For half a century, Lake Tides has been the go-to source for anyone passionate about Wisconsin's beautiful lakes, providing invaluable information, updates, and stories that connect and inspire us.
Since its inception in 1975, Lake Tides has grown from a modest publication directed specifically to lake associations and districts into a comprehensive resource that covers everything from lake ecology and protection efforts to recreational activities and regional events. Its pages have chronicled the evolving landscape of Wisconsin's lakes, highlighting the tireless work of volunteers, biologists, and lake enthusiasts who strive to preserve these natural treasures for future generations.
The newsletter's longevity is a testament to the dedication of its contributors and the unwavering support of its readers. Over the years, Lake Tides has fostered a sense of community among lake lovers, offering a platform for sharing knowledge, experiences, and a mutual love for Wisconsin's aquatic gems.
As we celebrate this golden anniversary, we look forward to many more years of Lake Tides continuing to educate, engage, and unite those who cherish Wisconsin's lakes. Here's to 50 years of making waves and to the countless more to come!
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Making a Splash: Success Stories
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Photo used with permission from Ben Albert.
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An Invitation to Wonder: Waubesa Wetlands
Guided by the wisdom of his grandfather Calvin (Cal) DeWitt, young filmmaker Ben Albert journeys through the mysterious world of the Waubesa Wetlands in this exploration of natural wonder and the intrinsic bond between humans and nature.
Navigating the challenges of a wetland environment and learning from his grandfather – a wetland scientist who has lived on the marsh’s edge for over 50 years – Albert captures the wetland ecosystem in a new light. By combining Albert’s visuals with DeWitt’s knowledge and wisdom, the film uncovers the life, mysteries, and value of wetlands in a way never seen before.
You can view the film on Friday, March 28 from 1:45-4:00 PM as a stand-alone workshop at the end of the Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention in Stevens Point.
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Phenology Fun Fact
Let's hope for clear skies this evening, as the Maple Syrup Moon will be in full eclipse.
Moonrise: 6:38 PM (Mar. 13)
Lunar eclipse begins: 10:57 PM (Mar. 13)
Peak eclipse: 1:58 AM (Mar. 14)
Lunar eclipse ends: 5:00 AM (Mar. 14)
Moonset: 7:03 AM (Mar. 14)
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Lakes and Rivers Convention
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Register by Sunday, March 16 for the WI Lakes and Rivers Convention!
Still interested in attending in person? You have a few days left to register! Walk-ins available
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Not able to attend in person? Register for the Livestream/Virtual Option!
Our Thursday Welcome Keynote, Dr. Kelsey Leonard, and Friday Confluence Keynote, Chris Heeter, will be livestreamed from the conference site. Virtual participants can also choose from about 20 concurrent sessions on Thursday and Friday in these topic areas:
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- Let's Talk People and Policy
- Lake/River/Watershed Science
- Capacity Building for Lake and River Groups
Agenda subject to change. Not all livestream/virtual options will be recorded.
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Welcome Reception ~ Wed, March 26, begins at 6:00 p.m.
FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC this year, and includes:
- The Flow Project Art Exhibit featuring 35 incredible works of art by undergraduate creatives from campuses across the UW System, in conversation with Wisconsin water professionals. Many of the artists will be present to discuss their work and their inspiration. The Flow Project celebrates how water shapes our lives and connects us to one another.
- Author Meet & Greet featuring 15 authors who will be sharing their work and will include both books and music. They will have items for sale and be happy to sign books and chat with folks.
- Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar
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Funding Available for Great Lakes AIS Landing Blitz
Interested in expanding your organization's AIS prevention efforts over the busy July 4th holiday? Grant funding is available to support your Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) outreach during the Great Lakes AIS Landing Blitz, June 30-July 13! All Wisconsin lakes and rivers can be locations for Landing Blitz CBCW activities. Reach out to your local AIS Coordinator to express your interest in participating! Submission deadline is Friday, April 4.
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CBCW and CLMN Ready for the Season!
Wisconsin is fortunate to have many partners from a wide variety of agencies and organizations who support aquatic invasive species (AIS) outreach efforts, such as Clean Boats, Clean Waters (CBCW) and Citizen Lake Monitoring Network (CLMN), in their local areas. Most are known as AIS Coordinators and are part of the Lake Monitoring and Protection Network (LMPN), a network of natural resource professionals consistently funded by DNR's Surface Water Grants. Each spring, members of the LMPN meet with AIS Program Educators from CBCW, CLMN, Water Action Volunteers, Purple Loosestrife Bio-control, and AIS Monitoring to prepare for the new season. We're happy to share that this year's LMPN partners are energized and ready to support your CBCW and CLMN efforts this summer!
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You likely already know your county or regional AIS Superstar, er, Coordinator, but if not - here's how to get to know them: AIS Coordinator Contact Info
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Ken will be attending the Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention as an author, presenter, and musical guest.
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