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SUMMARY:Survey of Wisconsin’s Algae
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time:\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026\, 9:00am–6:00pm\nSaturday\, August 22\, 2026\, 8:00am–3:00pm \nInstructor:\nDr Robert Pillsbury\, Emeritus professor of Biology at UW-Oshkosh. Dr. Pillsbury has taught Biology for 23 years\, with a focus on aquatic biology\, primarily Freshwater Phycology (the study of algae)\, Limnology\, Rivers Lakes and Wetlands\, and Biostatistics. He holds a PhD from Bowling Green State University\, where he focused on factors influencing the structure of benthic algal communities in acid lakes. \nThe Course:\nAre you interested in aquatic biology? Get to know a whole new world!! This field class will teach participants to: 1) sample algae by taking field trips to some interesting aquatic habitats\, 2) identify algae (useful skill for many aquatic positions)\, 3) learn the characteristics of ecology of major algal groups\, 4) learn how to use algae to assess environmental problems\, and 5) learn how to make permanent slides for your collection. \nThis course will look at the taxonomy and ecology of Mid-west algae with an emphasis on some important nuisance taxa. The lecture component of the class will cover the distinctions of the major algal groups and their role in the ecosystems. In the field component of the class\, we will visit a variety of local aquatic habitats to learn collections techniques. And back in the lab we will examine our sample using proper microscope techniques and identify our collected specimens with the use of taxonomic keys. Microscopes\, collecting equipment\, reference books and taxonomic keys will be provided to the students. \nClass Schedule:\nFriday 9 am – 6 pm & Saturday 8 am – 3 pm. Discussion\, individual study in the lab\, or social activities are available Friday evening. \nUseful materials to bring:\n\nfield clothing\, including sturdy hiking boots\nrain gear\ntick and insect repellent\nold shoes\, rubber boots\, waders\, etc. We will be spending about half our time outside collecting algae so be prepared to have footwear that will allow you to wade up to your shins.\nReference guides will be provided for your use\, but if you already have some algae identification guides and want to learn specifically how to use them more efficiently\, please consider bringing them. If you are looking for a good\, general\, easy to use book for learning the algae\, consider getting “How to Know the Freshwater Algae” by G.W. Prescott.\n\nLodging Accommodations & Food:\nThe workshop fee does not include overnight accommodations. However\, tent camping space on the property is available at no charge. Participants wishing to stay overnight in our Farmhouse may reserve a bed in a shared space at a cost of $20 per night. Bed space is limited so be sure to reserve early. Alternatively\, the Saukville Field Station can also provide you with a list of nearby places to stay. An optional catered lunch is provided at cost for an additional charge and will include vegetarian and gluten free options. Meal plan should be ordered at the time your registration is submitted. Contact fieldstn@uwm.edu for more information \nWorkshop fee: \n$140. Not offered for college credit\, 1.4 CEU \nRegistration:\nRegistration is now closed for this event.
URL:https://uwm.edu/field-station/event/survey-of-wisconsins-algae/
LOCATION:UWM Saukville Field Station\, 3095 Blue Goose Rd.\, Saukville\, WI\, 53080\, United States
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SUMMARY:FOCB Event: Bats of SE Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Wisconsin is home to eight bat species\, with half of them hibernating in caves during the winter? Unfortunately\, these bats are at risk due to white-nose syndrome\, a fungal disease that has led to some of our cave-dwelling species becoming threatened and endangered. To learn more about these nocturnal creatures\, join Helen Holtz from the Waukesha County Land Conservancy and the WDNR Bat Ambassador on Saturday\, September 14th. She will be presenting for the Friends of the Cedarburg Bog\, sharing insights into the importance of bats and their hibernation habits. Registration is required.
URL:https://uwm.edu/field-station/event/focb-event-bats-of-se-wisconsin/
LOCATION:UWM Saukville Field Station\, 3095 Blue Goose Rd.\, Saukville\, WI\, 53080\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wetland Delineation
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time:\nFriday\, September 18\, 2026\, 9:00am–6:00pm\nSaturday\, September 19\, 2026\, 9:00am–4:00pm \nInstructors:\nAlice L. Thompson is a wetland ecologist and an independent wetland consultant since 1989. She is certified by the Society of Wetland Scientists as a Senior Professional Wetland Scientist (SPWS)\, and by the WDNR as an “assured” wetland delineator since 2006. She obtained a Master’s degree in biological sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1995.  Her professional interests include wetland delineation\, restoration\, mitigation\, and the control of invasive plant species. She enjoys sharing wetland delineation knowledge in a field course format. \nThe Course:\nThis course is a practical field-oriented guide to wetland delineation. Wetland delineation is the practice of locating the boundary between what is a wetland\, and thus regulated by state and federal law\, and what is upland. We will discuss what determines a wetland and how to identify and document wetland vegetation\, soils and hydrology during a delineation. We will dig soil pits\, identify vegetation\, look for signs of hydrology\, and physically stake the wetland boundary in the field. In the lab we will discuss the basics of completed data sheets and accurate reporting as well as regulatory oversight. This course is intended for beginners and will focus on relatively undisturbed wetlands present on the UWM Field Station. You can get your feet wet and decide if you want to learn more and make a career of wetland delineation or understand wetland identification for other purposes. Wetland delineation is an important tool for the protection of wetlands\, and is very challenging but rewarding work. \nClass Schedule:\nFriday 9 am – 6 pm & Saturday 9 am – 4 pm.\nDiscussion\, individual study in the lab\, or social activities are available Friday evening. \nUseful materials to bring:\nStudents should come prepared to get wet and/or muddy for the field component\, and dress appropriately for outdoors. Wading will not be required\, but rubber boots may be useful for soggy wet ground. \n\nlong sleeves\nlong pants\na hat for sun\,\na water bottle\na field notebook\nany plant identification guides that you have\n\nThe following items will be useful\, so bring them along if you have them: \n\nsharpshooter shovel (long\, narrow bladed shovel)\nsoil corer\nMunsell soil color book\nfolding ruler\nclipboard\ncamera\n\nLodging Accommodations & Food:\nThe workshop fee does not include overnight accommodations. However\, tent camping space on the property is available at no charge. Participants wishing to stay overnight in our Farmhouse may reserve a bed in a shared space at a cost of $20 per night. Bed space is limited so be sure to reserve early. Alternatively\, the Saukville Field Station can also provide you with a list of nearby places to stay. An optional catered lunch is provided at cost for an additional charge and will include vegetarian and gluten free options. Meal plan should be ordered at the time your registration is submitted. Contact fieldstn@uwm.edu for more information. \nWorkshop fee: \n$180. Not offered for college credit\, 1.4 CEU \nRegistration:\nRegistration for this workshop is CLOSED.  Please contact fieldstn@uwm.edu to be added to a waitlist. \n  \n\n\n 
URL:https://uwm.edu/field-station/event/wetland-delineation-2/
LOCATION:UWM Saukville Field Station\, 3095 Blue Goose Rd.\, Saukville\, WI\, 53080\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advanced Wetland Delineation
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time:\nFriday\, October 2\, 2026\, 9:00am–6:00pm\nSaturday\, October 3\, 2026\, 9:00am–4:00pm \nInstructors:\nAlice L. Thompson is a wetland ecologist and an independent wetland consultant since 1989. She is certified by the Society of Wetland Scientists as a Senior Professional Wetland Scientist (SPWS)\, and by the WDNR as an “assured” wetland delineator since 2006. She obtained a Master’s degree in biological sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1995.  Her professional interests include wetland delineation\, restoration\, mitigation\, and the control of invasive plant species. She enjoys sharing wetland delineation knowledge in a field course format. \nThe Course:\nThis course is intended to amplify your knowledge of wetland delineation\, particularly in problem areas such as agricultural fields and other human disturbances. We will also discuss problem soils found in the region. This field class is intended for persons who have taken a beginner’s class in wetland delineation. After a brief catch up on your knowledge of basic principles of delineation we will focus on “Chapter 5- Difficult Wetland Situations in the Northcentral and Northeast Region”( Regional Supplement -USACE\, 2012). We will learn from real-world situations how to approach a difficult delineation. The Off-Site Map Review will be taught and practiced to determine hydrologic indicators in agricultural fields. We will look at disturbed soils and how to evaluate them. \nClass Schedule:\nFriday 9 am – 6 pm & Saturday 9 am – 4 pm.\nDiscussion\, individual study in the lab\, or social activities are available Friday evening. \nUseful materials to bring:\nStudents should come prepared to get wet and/or muddy for the field component\, and dress appropriately for outdoors. Wading will not be required\, but rubber boots may be useful for soggy wet ground. Please bring: \n\nlong sleeves\nlong pants\na hat for sun\na water bottle.\na laptop computer if possible to assist in learning and practicing an off -site map review\na field notebook\nany plant identification guides that you have\n\nThe following items will be useful\, so bring them along if you have them: \n\nsharpshooter shovel (long\, narrow bladed shovel)\nsoil corer\nMunsell soil color book\nfolding ruler\nclipboard\ncamera\n\nLodging Accommodations & Food:\nThe workshop fee does not include overnight accommodations. However\, tent camping space on the property is available at no charge. Participants wishing to stay overnight in our Farmhouse may reserve a bed in a shared space at a cost of $20 per night. Bed space is limited so be sure to reserve early. Alternatively\, the Saukville Field Station can also provide you with a list of nearby places to stay. An optional catered lunch is provided at cost for an additional charge and will include vegetarian and gluten free options. Meal plan should be ordered at the time your registration is submitted. Contact fieldstn@uwm.edu for more information. \nWorkshop fee: \n$200. Not offered for college credit\, 1.4 CEU \nRegistration:\nRegistration is now closed for this event. \n\n\n 
URL:https://uwm.edu/field-station/event/advanced-wetland-delineation/
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