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Invasive Plants of Wisconsin

January 30, 2014

If you find a population of one of the invasive species in Wisconsin, you may report it to the Wisconsin invasive plants reporting and prevention project. For more information and links concerning invasive plants in Wisconsin…

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Asian carp DNA found in water sample from Lake Michigan near Wisconsin

January 30, 2014

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. - A water sample from Lake Michigan's Sturgeon Bay in Wisconsin has tested positive for DNA from invasive Asian carp, although it's unknown whether the genetic material came from a live fish,…

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The Rivers Beneath Our Feet | Storm Water Pollution

January 15, 2014

Where does the Storm Sewer Go? If you look in the street outside of your home or office and search the parking lots around town, you will probably find storm sewer inlets. Did you ever…

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All Articles, Storm-Water Basins & Pollution

Plan for Winter Pond Aeration

September 18, 2013

First, what is winter pond aeration? An aerator keeps your pond well oxygenated and can help keep a section of your pond open in the winter time. An aerator works under the premise that moving…

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All Articles, Pond Aeration, Pond Care, Winter Care

140,000 square foot Pond Liner Project Joliet, IL

September 18, 2013

6 pond liner rolls prior to installation. Pond basin prior to installation. Termination trench at top of pond basin. Sand bags line a seam area with felt underlayment present on left. Pond liner installation in…

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All Articles, Our Work, Pond Construction, Pond Liner Installation

WLPR Corporate Pond Summer 2013

September 18, 2013

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Plant Identification

September 18, 2013

Senior Aquatic Biologist Zach Haas reviewing field samples of algae. Algae/plant sampling in Wisconsin Lake & Pond Resource office.    Plant and/or algae species are often present requiring a closer look! 

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Have you considered an aeration system for your pond?

September 18, 2013

Diffusers for an Aeration System. Please call us for a site visit. Our biologist are happy to assist your efforts in managing your pond! Call 1.866.208.0724..... 3 diffuser system with float lines attached for serviceability. Diffuser…

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All Articles, Pond Aeration, Summer Care

Pond and Soil Erosion Concerns

September 18, 2013

Erosion occurs in ponds as a result of wave action, water currents from aerators, inadvertent damage from vehicles or other equipment, and rain impacting on bottoms, dams, and embankments of empty ponds. Soil particles suspended by erosion increase total suspended solid…

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Pond Fishing!

September 18, 2013

This is why we build fish ponds...congrats on your BIG fish Ben!!

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All Articles, Awesome Ponds