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2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival: Come for an evening of inspiring films, fun raffles, and a community of people who love Wisconsin’s water; 7 pm; Barrymore Theater
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Highlighted deadlines occur prior to our next newsletter.
★ next to opportunities are new this week!
Click on the opportunity title or blue text for more information.
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As an IISD Experimental Lakes Area Artist in Residence, you will spend a week (Sunday to Friday) during the summer. Three residences will run in 2025. One artist will be selected for each of the following dates: Jun. 22-27, Aug. 10-15, and Sep. 21-26. Travel between Winnipeg (or Kenora) and the site, accommodation and food is included. Apply by Mar. 24.
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This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. This position is responsible for helping the organization effectively engage with its volunteers, build and strengthen partner relationships, research and apply for grants, and support the execution of multiple programs. The individual serving in this role will report to the Deputy Director. Applications submitted before Mar. 28 are given preference.
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We are seeking a sincere and knowledgeable Environmental Specialist with a focus on wetland ecology to join our team. The role involves conducting research on and restoration of Mayom ~ wild rice (Zizania spp.) within the Winnebago Watershed. Apply by Apr. 1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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This role will play a critical role in bridging our project efforts with the Brothertown Indian Community, other watershed communities, and Tribes throughout the state. This person will serve as a liaison, community educator, and engagement coordinator to ensure that local voices, traditions, and needs are central to the restoration and cultural revitalization activities. Apply by Apr. 1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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This position is designed to immerse emerging lawyers in the dynamic world of applied research for multidisciplinary water policy solutions. The Water Policy Specialist will work with research teams and interact with the public and private sector to inform policy making. Apply by Apr. 7, 2025.
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The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a full‐time, 9-month tenure system Assistant Professor with a 50% research, 30% teaching, 10% extension, and 10% service assignment. The position start date is anticipated to be August 16, 2025. Application review begins on Apr. 15, 2025
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This is a full-time, non-teaching academic staff position at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences. The application deadline is Apr. 20, 2025.
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Responsibilities include controlling invasive plants like Phragmites and Japanese Knotweed, conducting boat inspections, surveying and mapping invasive species, and providing educational outreach. Apply by Apr. 30
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INTERNSHIPS/FELLOWSHIPS/RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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Internships will be available in the following areas: Well Water Sampler Intern; Operations & Maintenance Intern; Engineering Intern; Pollution Prevention Intern. This program is an excellent opportunity for enrolled university and technical college students to gain valuable experience in their field of interest while making an impact on the organization and our local communities, enhancing the quality of our water. Applications are due Mar. 30, 2025.
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We are seeking young ocean advocates ages 16-22 from the Great Lakes and Southeastern US regions! EarthEcho has partnered with SC Johnson to build a network of youth to become Marine Plastics Ambassadors—a force for ocean restoration. This program engages and empowers 30 young changemakers with the skills and resources to execute plastics pollution policy campaigns and entrepreneurial ventures to address the issue authentically in their local communities. Applications are due Mar. 30
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We are seeking a sincere and knowledgeable individual with a focus on ecology to join our team. The role involves conducting research on and restoration of Mayom ~ wild rice (Zizania spp.) within the Winnebago Watershed. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to habitat restoration efforts, understand environmental impacts, and aid in the long-term prosperity of our relatives within the local ecosystem. Apply by Apr. 1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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We are seeking a sincere and knowledgeable graduate student with a focus on ecology to join our team. The role involves conducting research on and restoration of Mayom ~ wild rice (Zizania spp.) within the Winnebago Watershed. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to habitat restoration efforts, understand environmental impacts, and aid in the long-term prosperity of our relatives within the local ecosystem. Apply by Apr. 1. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Supported by the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin, this paid opportunity allows high school students to engage in field and lab research alongside UW-Green Bay faculty, staff, and partner organizations. New this year we have positions available across Northeast Wisconsin (Green Bay, Manitowoc, Appleton and Two Rivers). Open to current high school students and Spring 2025 graduates. Application deadline: Apr. 14
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Trout Unlimited (TU) is seeking two (2) Aquatic Resource Seasonal Technicians based in Northern Wisconsin and 2-4 based in southwest Wisconsin to help fulfill the organization’s mission to bring together diverse interests to care for and recover rivers and streams, so our children can experience the joy of wild and native trout and salmon. Positions open until filled.
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Tasks may include field surveys, ground-truthing maps, volunteer events, site monitoring, invasive species removal, data management, and reporting. Please contact Miriam Duero at miriam@glaciallakes.org to apply.
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These positions focus on educating boaters about preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS) through watercraft inspection and outreach at public boat landings around Green Lake. The roles involve watercraft inspection, educational activities, and data reporting, with positions running from late May through Labor Day weekend. The positions offer flexible, part-time hours with the opportunity for full-time work, and a competitive hourly wage with a performance bonus. Positions remain open until filled.
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This position will assist in the creation of educational materials to reduce the incidence and severity of surface and groundwater-impacting manure spills/incidents through researching/summarizing digital, online and paper records to determine the root causes of manure spills/incidents, environmental impacts, and remediation, summarizing trends, and developing a reduction/prevention strategy. Open to undergraduates, graduate students and recent graduates. Deadline: Open until filled (posted Feb 10 2025) For information, contact kevin.erb@wisc.edu
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All State of Wisconsin residents that are pursuing a degree in environmental science and related conservation at the college or technical school level are eligible for a scholarship, up to $1,000.00. Applications are due by Mar 31 and must be mailed. Follow the link above for more information.
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U.S. Coast Guard Great Lakes Oil Spill Center of Expertise FY26 Funding Opportunity
Submissions are solicited for research on the following topics:
Theme 1: Freshwater Oil Spill Preparedness
Theme 2: Freshwater Oil Spill Response
Theme 3: Alternative Response Measures’ Application in Freshwater
Theme 4: Fundamental Freshwater Oil Spill Science and Response Technology Research
For Non-Federal Partners: Please follow the instructions on SAM.gov; BAA Number/Notice ID: 70Z02326RBAAGLCOE; Title: Freshwater Oil Spill Preparedness and Response Research FY26; NAICS Code: 541715 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
The submission period closes on Mar. 31, 2025, at 12:00 pm EST.
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The Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin requests proposals for cross-campus projects that engage and recruit undergraduate students through hands-on courses, research, field and lab experiences, and internships. The Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin is a statewide initiative of the 13 Universities of Wisconsin working to leverage the strengths of each university to address water challenges and train Wisconsin’s future water workforce. A total of $2 million is available per year to support this round of proposals, contingent on continuing available legislative funds. Applicants must be PIs within the UW system. UW-Madison applicants should contact maboyce@aqua.wisc.edu with questions; proposals will not route through RSP. Applications are due Apr. 1
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Water@UW-Madison is pleased to partner with the Morgridge Center for Public Service to offer a new funding opportunity to support community-based water research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Thanks to generous support from the provost, grants will provide up to $10,000 to UW-Madison faculty, staff, or graduate students to design and implement a new community-based research (CBR) project, add a CBR component to existing work, or continue an ongoing CBR project. Two rounds of funding are available in 2025. In each round, allocated funds will be awarded according to project priority until they are exhausted. Applications that fail to secure funding in the first round are welcome to re-apply.
- 2nd round of funding apply by Apr 15, 2025
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The National Sea Grant Office (NSGO) anticipates approximately $1,000,000 in FY2025 federal funds will be available to eligible applicants to support 2-3 projects that will develop and execute local, regional and national programs, workshops and services to enable fishermen to enter career paths and make a living supplying seafood from our oceans, coasts and Great Lakes. Applications must be submitted to Grants.gov by Apr 23, 2025.
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Mar 26-28; Stevens Point and virtual (select concurrent sessions and keynotes); Theme: The Power of Words: Working for Our Waters; The event will feature keynote speakers, as well as interactive workshops, and content-rich concurrent sessions, with time for speakers to address participants' questions. Registration closes on Mar. 27 for virtual only.
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Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, on Apr 10 & 11, 2025
Registration is open. Early Bird Pricing ends on Mar. 29.
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Apr 29, 2025; 2025 Photo Contest is now open and accepting photos for next year's competition. Photo submissions are due by Friday, Apr. 11. Registration closes Wed. Apr. 22
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The Art of Water Research
May 5 from 2:00-5:00pm at Varsity Hall III, Union South. Register now!
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Forest + River Journey: May 12-16, 2025
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June 1-5, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; This year’s symposium theme is Deltas and the Coast: A Biogeochemical Nexus with Global Consequences.
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June 2–6, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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The vision of WaterSoftHack is to democratize access to advanced CI approaches and cybertraining materials within the water science community.
Jul. 28 - Aug. 8, virtual.
Registration closes Mar. 31.
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Navigating Change Together: Enhancing Lake, Reservoir, and Watershed Resilience
Nov. 4–7, 2025; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Call for abstracts open until Apr. 11, 2025
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Apr. 28-29, 2026; hybrid format: Zoom and in-person at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign, IL
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The River Alliance of Wisconsin and The Barrymore Theatre present the 2025 Wild & Scenic Film Festival: Where Activism Gets Inspired. Come for an evening of inspiring films, fun raffles, and a community of people who love Wisconsin’s water. Advance tickets available online, by phone and at our ticket outlets. Day of show tickets will only be available by phone or at the box office. This event takes place on Mar. 20 at 7 pm.
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Apr. 3-10, 2025, ticket prices vary.
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Have you ever wanted to catch and cook your own fish dinner during an outdoor adventure? Come join our intro to backcountry fishing, where we will talk about the tools you need to catch fish while backpacking (fly fishing, spin fishing, handline fishing), the anatomy and tips for river fishing, fish ID, and how to clean and cook fish while in the backcountry.
Wed. Apr. 16, 5:15-6:30 pm. Course price: $5, Memorial Union Mendota Lodge, Lower Level
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June 7-8
During Free Fishing Weekend, all Wisconsin waters are open to residents and non-residents to fish without a license or trout or salmon stamp. However, organizations hosting free fishing events should note that all fishing regulations, including size and bag limits and species restrictions, will be enforced. June 7-8 is also Free Fun Weekend, so state park admission fees and trail passes are waived, too.
Organizations are invited to register their events with the DNR for additional promotion to the public. After registering, organizations can request materials to hand out at their events. The deadline to register events is May 29
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Please listen in as Bill Quackenbush, Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for the Ho-Chunk Nation presents on the matter of “Ho-Chunk History: Past, Present & Future Considerations Towards Environmental Change.” Tuesday, Apr. 1 at 12 pm via Zoom. Register here.
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Translating Molecular Science to Practical Application in Natural Systems and Engineered Processes; Lynn Katz, PhD, University of Texas at Austin; Wed. Apr. 2; 9:30 -10:30 am; Room 1610, Engineering Hall. A reception will be held following the lecture from 10:30-11:30 am in the Cheney Room (1413 Engineering Hall).
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★ Clean Lakes 101 - The Economic Impact of the Yahara Lakes
Join us as we unveil the economic impact of the Yahara chain of lakes to the Greater Madison community. This first-of-its-kind study was commissioned by Clean Lakes Alliance in partnership with SRF Consulting Group, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Produced in partnership with the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and UW-Extension Lakes. Apr. 15, 4-5 pm, East Side Club, 3735 Monona Dr.
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Excellence at the Tap: Report Cards for Wisconsin’s Drinking Water Utilities; Manny Teodoro, Professor of Public Affairs, April 23; 11:30-1:00 pm; Varsity Hall Union South, Lunch included with registration fee ($15). Register here by April 8: https://go.wisc.edu/p5jx4
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Every Tuesday from 1-2 pm in AOSS room 823 or livestreamed
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Bring your coffee and learn about wetlands! Sessions are held on Zoom and feature time for audience Q&A.
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From April or May to October, our 200+ volunteer stream monitors collect monthly data about the health of our streams across the Rock River Basin. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and various county Land and Water Conservation Departments use the data to better understand watershed protection and restoration needs. Want to help protect a stream near you? Consider attending one of our hands-on training workshops. Anyone interested in volunteering or just learning more is welcome. By the end of the workshop, you’ll know how to measure water quality and be ready to adopt your own stream monitoring site. No experience or equipment needed!
Stream Monitoring Workshop Dates:
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Help out with office work, events, fieldwork, or a group volunteering event.
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We are happy to place volunteers on projects that support our lakes! Opportunities include skilled office and administration assistance, special events, and watershed projects like shoreline restoration or beach clean ups.
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Wisconsin Sea Grant and Water Resources Institute listserv
The University of Wisconsin Sea Grant and Water Resources Institutes routinely share information about state and federal research and fellowship funding opportunities. To subscribe to Sea Grant and the Water Resources Institutes’ RFP listserv, send an email to jennifer.hauxwell@aqua.wisc.edu.
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Wisconsin Sea Grant Education Listserv
Wisconsin Sea Grant invites you to join our listserv to receive announcements for professional learning opportunities and resources for teaching Great Lakes literacy to educators, students, youth and families. Send an email to akmoser@aqua.wisc.edu to be added to our list.
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GLIN-Announce; GLIN-Jobs; Great Lakes Daily News; Great Lakes Commission News
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The North Central Region Water Network is a 12-state extension-led collaboration working to ensure safe and sufficient water supplies across the North Central Region and beyond.
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Water@UW-Madison is a resource for communication, collaboration, and information on water related research, events, and outreach in the UW water community and beyond.
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Want to share a water-related shout-out, opportunity, or event?
Send an email with the name, date, time, location, and webpage of the event to water@mailplus.wisc.edu.
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