Focus Areas
Natural Resources Institute Focus Areas
From water and forestry programs to youth environmental education and conservation training, our outreach specialists, educators, researchers, affiliates, and support teams work at the intersection of knowledge and action. We tackle complex challenges, foster meaningful dialogue, and empower the next generation of community leaders.
Community Engaged Science and Education
We foster lifelong connections between people and nature, strengthening communities’ capacity to care for the natural world through place-based and outdoor educational programs, volunteer service, and community science.
Earth Sciences
We map and research Wisconsin’s climate, geology, mineral resources, and water resources, and share these findings through publications, technical talks, and outreach.
Land and Forest Stewardship
We provide outreach and educational programs supporting private woodland owners, forest products professionals, conservation professionals, and local governments.
Water Resource Management
We build the capacity of individuals, organizations, and communities to improve surface water and groundwater quality through research, science-based education, collaboration, and stewardship.
Wildlife Management
We work to engage Wisconsinites in sustainable wildlife management by providing wildlife ecology and management training programs, workshops, and online resources for rural and urban residents and natural resources professionals.
