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Land management workshop showcases groundwater and geology of southwest Wisconsin
We will be presenting a workshop in Dodgeville on Saturday (March 13, 2010) about the groundwater resources and the geology. more… |
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National Ground Water Awareness Week, March 7–13, 2010
"When the well is dry, we learn the worth of water." —Benjamin Franklin more… |
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Holiday gift ideas
Looking for a gift that truly says "Wisconsin"? We've got you covered with our calendar, maps, books, rock sets, and more… |
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Climate change leaves some communities under water, others high and dry
In the past few years, Wisconsin has experienced weather extremes. In southern Wisconsin, many communities are struggling with flooding and high lake levels. In the north, lakes are drying up. Learn about the complex interactions between climate change and groundwater and surface water, and what can be done. more… |
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Winnebago County report released
Winnebago County's landscape was heavily shaped by glaciers. This new report by geologists Thomas Hooyer and William Mode narrates the geologic history of the area. more… |
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Effects of groundwater pumping on Geneva Lake region
Geneva Lake, the gem of Walworth County, draws people to its shores. But the same groundwater that fills the lake is increasingly needed by growing communities and businesses. This groundwater flow model, developed by WGNHS, helps citizens and local officials make informed decisions about their water supply. more… |
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Human viruses found in Madison's
deep-water supply wells
WGNHS teamed up with the USGS and the Marshfield Clinic to study the occurrence of viruses in Madison's deep water-supply wells. The results were unexpected and point to the vulnerability of deep wells to contamination as well as the importance of chlorination. more… |
