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Cattails are a familiar sight along the shorelines of Wisconsin lakes, ponds, wetlands, and stormwater basins. Their tall green stalks and signature brown seed heads are a natural part of many aquatic ecosystems, but when they spread unchecked, they ...

Harmful Algal Blooms in Wisconsin Lakes Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are becoming increasingly common in Wisconsin lakes and ponds. These blooms can reduce water quality, impact recreation, harm aquatic ecosystems, and pose health risks to people and ...

As summer temperatures rise across Wisconsin, ponds and lakes can experience conditions that place significant stress on fish populations. Warm water, low oxygen levels, algae blooms, and declining water quality can quickly create an unhealthy enviro...

Dredging and Sediment Control in Wisconsin Lakes and Ponds Sediment buildup is one of the most common challenges facing Wisconsin lake and pond owners. From rural farm ponds to HOA-managed lakes, gradual accumulation of organic matter, runoff, and de...

Managing Fish During Spawning Season in Wisconsin Lakes and Ponds Spawning season is one of the most important times of year for maintaining healthy fish populations in Wisconsin lakes and ponds. With the state’s distinct seasonal changes and fluctua...

Best Aeration Systems for Summer Performance As summer temperatures rise across Wisconsin, ponds and lakes face some of their most challenging conditions of the year. Warm water holds less dissolved oxygen, increasing the risk of fish stress, declini...

Wisconsin’s lakes and ponds, whether you’re on Lake Winnebago, a small county lake in Vilas County, or a neighborhood pond near Madison, support rich aquatic ecosystems prized for fishing, boating, wildlife habitat, and scenic beauty. Yet these water...

As winter thaws across Wisconsin, pond owners, golf course superintendents and commercial property managers begin to see the first signs of spring and increased aquatic activity. While the transition may feel gradual, early spring is the most critica...

Spring is a critical season for lakes and ponds across Wisconsin, as rising temperatures and seasonal mixing, commonly called spring turnover, can dramatically affect water quality. Turnover occurs when the surface water warms and mixes with deeper l...

Wisconsin’s lakes and ponds are treasured resources for homeowners, municipalities, HOAs, and recreational anglers. From Lake Winnebago and the Chain O’ Lakes in northeast Wisconsin to small rural ponds in western Wisconsin and suburban waters around...