Fond du Lac County Land and Water Conservation Department

09/04/2026

🌾 Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll reopen and return to our normal office hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

As we celebrate Labor Day, we want to take a moment to thank the farmers, landowners, conservation partners, and local organizations who work alongside us every day to protect and improve the land and water resources in Fond du Lac County. 🌱💧

Your hard work, dedication, and partnership make conservation possible in our community. Thank you! 💚

Have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

09/01/2026

Do you live along the shore of a lake or stream in Fond du Lac County? 🌊

The Healthy Lakes & Rivers Program is a statewide initiative that provides cost-share funding to help landowners install conservation practices that improve water quality, reduce runoff, and provide valuable wildlife and aquatic habitat—both on land and in the water.

💰 Cost-share funding is available for up to $1,000 per practice installed!

📣 Fond du Lac County LWCD is looking for landowners interested in participating!

For this grant opportunity, we are especially interested in projects such as:

🌱 Shoreline Buffers – Establish native vegetation along the shoreline to help filter runoff, reduce erosion, and provide habitat.

🌼 Rain Gardens – Capture and filter runoff before it reaches the lake or stream while adding pollinator and wildlife habitat.

Interested in learning more or seeing if your property may qualify?

📞 Contact Amber Jarosch (920) 979-0164 with the Fond du Lac County Land & Water Conservation Department to schedule a site visit and learn more about participating in the Healthy Lakes & Rivers Program.

💧 Together, we can protect and improve the lakes and rivers we all enjoy! 🌱

Photo Credit: WI DNR

08/17/2026

Learning about the world around us starts young! 🌎📚💧

08/04/2026

If you’re thirsty, they’re thirsty! 🐝💦

Bees need more than nectar and pollen; they also need a reliable water source that encourages them to visit your yard instead of searching for water in swimming pools, pet bowls, or your neighbor’s pond.

While a bee water station is a great addition to your yard, don’t be surprised if they are drawn to something less tidy, like muddy puddles. Bees often seek out damp soil as it provides minerals and salts that are important for colony health.

Learn more at: https://xerces.org/blog/if-youre-thirsty-theyre-thirsty-make-simple-water-source-to-support-pollinators and https://agriculture.institute/honeybee-colonies-mgt/proper-water-supply-ventilation-healthy-bee-colonies/ -up-a-water-source-at-the-apiary.

08/04/2026

🌱 Looking for something to do on August 19?

Our neighbors at Marquette County Land & Water Conservation are hosting a great Field Day at Delwin Farms Inc. featuring soil health, drone interseeding of cover crops, and more!

Check out the flyer below for all the details. We hope you'll consider attending! 🚜🌽

Please join us for our upcoming Marquette County Field Day at Delwin Farms Inc./The Hell Family! 😀

Upper Fox-Wolf Demonstration Farm Network
Thomas Richard-Hell
Kenny LeeHell

(Event Rain Date: Aug. 20th)

08/04/2026

🌾 T-minus 2 days until the GHRA: Conservation in Action Field Day! 🌾

We're looking forward to seeing everyone this Thursday at the Zabel Farm for a morning of learning, networking, and seeing conservation practices in action.

Join us for:
🌿 A walking tour of the farm
🦆 Wetland & prairie restoration presentations
💰 Funding opportunities for private lands conservation
🤝 Connections with local conservation professionals and landowners

🥾 Don't forget to wear boots and bring a lawn chair if you'd like a seat during the presentations.

🍽️ A free lunch, sponsored by the Fond du Lac County Chapter of Pheasants Forever, will be provided after the event.

There's still time to register! We can't wait to see you on Thursday!

🔗 https://events.pheasantsforever.org/events

Join us for the GHRA: Conservation in Action Field Day on Thursday, August 6 from 9:00 AM–Noon at the Zabel Farm in Brandon!

This outdoor event will include a walking tour of the farm, presentations on wetland and prairie restoration, and information about funding opportunities for private lands conservation and restoration. It is also a great opportunity to connect with local conservation professionals and landowners who are passionate about wildlife habitat.

📍 Zabel Farm
N5751 Dixon Rd, Brandon, WI 53919

🥾 Please wear boots and bring a lawn chair if you would like a seat during presentations.

🍽️ A free lunch, provided by the Fond du Lac County Chapter of Pheasants Forever, will follow the event.

📅 Backup weather date: Friday, August 7
🔗 Register at: events.pheasantsforever.org/events

Questions? Contact Travis Wilder at [email protected] or 608-448-7128.

07/31/2026

🌿 Fun Fact Friday! 🌿

Did you know that our education efforts go far beyond the classroom?

While we love visiting local schools to teach students about conservation, our department also brings hands-on learning to community events throughout the year! We enjoy connecting with people of all ages and making conservation fun and interactive.

🎉 Join us tomorrow at Prairie Fest! 🎉

Stop by our booth and check out our Enviroscape, an interactive watershed model that shows how everyday activities can impact our lakes, rivers, and streams. It's a fun, hands-on activity for both kids and adults to see why protecting the natural resources in our watersheds is so important.

We hope to see you there—come get your hands dirty (just a little!) while learning how small actions can make a big difference for our water resources. 💧🌎

07/27/2026

🌾 We're getting closer to the GHRA: Conservation in Action Field Day! 🌾

Don't forget to register for this great opportunity to explore conservation in action at the Zabel Farm!

📅 Thursday, August 6 | 9:00 AM – Noon
📍 Zabel Farm – N5751 Dixon Rd, Brandon, WI 53919

Join us for a walking tour of the farm, presentations on wetland and prairie restoration, and information on funding opportunities for private lands conservation and restoration. You'll also have the chance to connect with local conservation professionals and fellow landowners who are passionate about wildlife habitat.

🥾 Please wear boots and bring a lawn chair if you'd like a seat during presentations.
🍽️ A free lunch, provided by the Fond du Lac County Chapter of Pheasants Forever, will follow the event.
📅 Backup weather date: Friday, August 7

✅ Don't wait—register today!
🔗 events.pheasantsforever.org/events

Questions? Contact Travis Wilder at [email protected] or 608-448-7128.

Join us for the GHRA: Conservation in Action Field Day on Thursday, August 6 from 9:00 AM–Noon at the Zabel Farm in Brandon!

This outdoor event will include a walking tour of the farm, presentations on wetland and prairie restoration, and information about funding opportunities for private lands conservation and restoration. It is also a great opportunity to connect with local conservation professionals and landowners who are passionate about wildlife habitat.

📍 Zabel Farm
N5751 Dixon Rd, Brandon, WI 53919

🥾 Please wear boots and bring a lawn chair if you would like a seat during presentations.

🍽️ A free lunch, provided by the Fond du Lac County Chapter of Pheasants Forever, will follow the event.

📅 Backup weather date: Friday, August 7
🔗 Register at: events.pheasantsforever.org/events

Questions? Contact Travis Wilder at [email protected] or 608-448-7128.

07/27/2026

🌾 Join Us at Prairie Fest! 🌾

We're excited to be part of Prairie Fest this Saturday, August 1st, at the Gottfried Prairie & Arboretum!

Stop by the Fond du Lac County Land and Water Conservation Department booth to learn about the programs and technical assistance we offer to help conserve and protect our county's land and water resources. Whether you're interested in improving your property, reducing erosion, enhancing wildlife habitat, or just want to learn more about conservation, we'd love to chat with you!

We'll also have our Enviroscape watershed model on display! This interactive, hands-on demonstration is a fun way for both kids and adults to see how everyday activities can impact our lakes, rivers, and streams—and how simple conservation practices can help protect our water resources.

Prairie Fest is packed with fun for all ages, featuring environmental education exhibits, wildlife, native plants, hands-on activities, and much more from a variety of local conservation organizations.

📅 Saturday, August 1
📍 Gottfried Prairie & Arboretum

We hope to see you there! Be sure to stop by our booth, explore the Enviroscape, and discover everything Prairie Fest has to offer!

Learn more about the event here: https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/prairie-fest-2026/