This UW–Madison publication looks at how boaters’ awareness of AIS prevention brands connects to their AIS prevention actions. Findings show that boaters who are familiar with the Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers! and Clean Drain Dry brands are more likely to take steps to prevent the spread of AIS.

Explore the abundant aquatic life living underwater with these free learning resources that help you collect, identify, and understand aquatic macroinvertebrates in streams, lakes, and wetlands. The keys can be used in conjunction with the Wonderful Wacky Water Critters booklet to support water quality education for all ages.

Wisconsin is home to two native skunk species, the striped skunk and the spotted skunk. While they sometimes cause problems, skunks can benefit landowners, farmers and gardeners alike because they eat common pests like field mice, moles, and insects and serve as prey for other animals.