Online Learning
Online Introduction to WAV Baseline Monitoring (1-2 hours)
Completing the free Online Introduction to WAV Baseline Monitoring is your first step toward joining our dedicated volunteer network! You can complete this online course any time of the year, and then you will be ready to sign up for an in-person field training at a stream site in spring.
Baseline monitoring field trainings are typically held mid-April through early June. Participants become active volunteer stream monitors immediately following the field training.
Winter Water Talks
“Winter Water Talks” is a free webinar series hosted by the WAV Program and the Citizen Lake Monitoring Network (UW-Stevens Point Extension Lakes). Occurring monthly during the winter, we cover a variety of interesting lake, river, and wetland topics presented by guest speakers. Participants also have the opportunity to ask their burning questions! Watch our Events Page for upcoming webinars.
Permanently Protecting Shorelands with Land Trusts
Presented by John Heusinkveld on March 11, 2026.
Bald Eagles as Indicators of Emerging Contaminants and Ecosystem Health in Wisconsin
Presented by Sean Strom on February 11, 2026.
How Streams Get Their Water
Presented by Margaret Zimmer on January 14, 2026.
Fishing on Frozen Habitats
Presented by Stephanie Boismenue and John Heusinkveld on December 18, 2025.
Being in Relationship with “the Food that Grows on the Water”
Presented by Esiban Parent on November 10, 2025.
Visit our YouTube channel to find more content and past webinars!
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