Kemp Natural Resources Station

29/09/2026

This Thursday!

24/09/2026

17/09/2026

The Wisconsin Coverts Project is a FREE 3-day workshop designed for woodland owners who want to improve wildlife habitat, enhance forest health, and connect with experts and fellow landowners.

Participants learn practical, science-based approaches to woodland and wildlife management, develop goals for their property, and become part of a community dedicated to conservation and stewardship.

The best part? Participants are encouraged to share what they learn, helping create healthier forests and wildlife habitat across Wisconsin and beyond.

Ready to make a difference on your land?
Apply today:
https://forestandwildlifeecology.wisc.edu/coverts/coverts-application/

09/09/2026

Did you know snow acts like a winter blanket for the soil?

By insulating the ground from cold air temperatures, snow helps protect soil structure, plant roots, and the microorganisms that keep ecosystems functioning. When snow cover is reduced, soils can experience repeated freeze-thaw cycles that may damage soil health and impact carbon storage.

Researchers in Wisconsin are studying how changing winter conditions affect forests and soils by warming experimental plots and manipulating snow cover. Using sensors that measure soil temperature, moisture, snow depth, and soil respiration, they are working to understand whether soils will continue storing carbon or release more of it into the atmosphere.

What happens beneath the snow has lasting impacts on our forests, agriculture, and climate. Understanding these changes today helps us prepare for the future.

02/09/2026

Meet Madison, a member of the Clean Boats, Clean Waters team working to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

Aquatic invasive species can easily hitch a ride on boats, trailers, and equipment, threatening the health of our lakes and rivers. The good news? Prevention is simple.

Before leaving the water:
Clean your boat, trailer, and gear
Drain all water from boats and equipment
Dry everything before visiting another lake or river

These small actions help protect Wisconsin's waterways and preserve outdoor recreation for everyone.

Join us in keeping our lakes healthy.

31/08/2026

Did you know wild rice is an important part of Wisconsin's aquatic ecosystems?

Wild rice provides valuable food for waterfowl and other wildlife, supports wetland health, and plays a significant cultural role across the state. Researchers are working to better understand how environmental conditions influence wild rice growth, distribution, and long-term success.
By monitoring wild rice populations and studying habitat conditions, scientists can provide the information needed to support effective conservation and management efforts. This work helps ensure that future generations can continue to benefit from this unique and important natural resource.

Learn more about the science behind wild rice conservation and the efforts being made to protect Wisconsin's waters and wetlands.

27/08/2026

How does a tree become the lumber used in homes, furniture, and everyday products?

NTC recently hosted high school teachers for an immersive look into the lumber manufacturing process. Participants explored the journey from raw logs to finished lumber, learning about key sawmill operations including the head rig, resaw station, edger, trimmer, and kiln drying process. The experience provided valuable real-world knowledge that teachers can share with their students while highlighting career opportunities within Wisconsin's forest products industry.

Thank you to our industry partners for helping connect educators with the people, technology, and processes that keep the lumber industry moving forward.

10/08/2026

Fungi Fest is back! The FUN-gi starts Friday afternoon Aug 21st with two fungi tasting/cooking sessions (REGISTRATION REQUIRED), and a presentation about fungi basics and research. Saturday morning kicks off with a foray, followed by a table talk to review the found fungi. Wrap up the day with two short talks on various fungi-related topics. Throughout the event, there will be some awesome fungi microscopy to check out and plenty of mycologists to pose questions to. Click here for the full schedule and speaker bios.