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Find information here on forestry issues important in Central Wisconsin as well as landowner programs of the Central Wisconsin Basin Educator.


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Learn About Your Land classes for woodland owners

Learn About Your Land woodland owner classes are taught by professionals covering woodland ecology, forest health and management, timber harvesting, and related topics. Check here for the latest class dates.

To learn more about your woodlands, check out our new website for woodland owners: woodlandinfo.org


Protect your home from Wildfire

National media coverage of massive wildfire events might lead us to believe that major wildfires that cause the loss of homes happen only in mountainous western states like California. Nothing could be further from the truth! Central Wisconsin has a long history of significant property damage from wildfire. Are you prepared for wildfire in your neighborhood? Learn more about what you can do to protect your home from wildfire by following the link here.


Protect your trees from Gypsy Moth

Gypsy moth is an exotic invasive insect that can defoliate trees. Central Wisconsin is at the front line of attack as gypsy moth moves west across Wisconsin. Learn more about what you can do to protect your trees from gypsy moth by following the link here.


Don't move firewood... it bugs me.

Wisconsin has recently enacted a firewood ban. Read more about the importance of this ban and the reasons behind it by following the link here.

 

  Heating with Wood

Heating with Wood

As energy prices are on the rise, heating one's home with wood looks like a viable alternative. Learn the facts before taking this step.

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This site administered by:
Kris Tiles
Central Wisconsin Basin
Phone :715/261-1254

Wisconsin's Basin Initiative
University of Wisconsin Extension
UW Cooperative Extension

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Wisconsin Natural Resources Conservation Service

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