SAVE THE DATE! Our second annual Wisconsin Stormwater Week will be September 21-29, 2024.
In honor of Wisconsin Stormwater Week, local communities and organizations from around the state hosted local events August 5-13, 2023.
Check back soon to learn more and discover Wisconsin Stormwater Week events in your area of the state for 2024.
Monday, July 24, 2023
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The City of Madison Engineering Division in partnership with Dane County and Clean Lakes Alliance encourage the community to learn about the stormwater system and visit storm drain murals across Dane County. Summer at the Storm Drains 2023 is a community selfie storm drain mural contest where the community can visit different storm drain murals across Dane County, snap a selfie, email it in to be entered into a raffle for a prize leading up to Wisconsin Stormwater Week. The contest runs from 8 AM July 24, 2023 to 4 PM August 6, 2023.
The prizes include the following: rain barrels, free consultation with a City stormwater engineer to build your own rain garden on property owner’s property/or native plant selection of same value, $1,000 worth of gift cards to local lakeside restaurants and businesses.Location: Storm drain murals across Dane County
More Information: https://www.cityofmadison.com/news/smile-summer-at-the-storm-drains-2023-kicks-off
Sunday, August 6, 2023
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Sunday, August 6
Learn about how stormwater relates to the land, plants, animals, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Location:
UW-Madison Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy
Madison, WI 53711
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Monday, August 7, 2023
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Monday, August 7
Join us in celebrating Stormwater Week by planting a downspout garden! Downspout gardens help roof water soak into the ground, similar to rain gardens, but without the depression. Even a small (5'x5') garden can have a huge impact! These small gardens are located near the discharge of a downspout, have compost added to the soil, and are planted with native plants or grasses. Do your part to curb runoff and order a downspout garden plant kit! 32-plant kits are $30. This sale is only open to Madison Area Municipal Stormwater Partnership (MAMSWaP) community residents. Orders accepted Aug. 7th-11th or while supplies last. Pick Up Sept. 13th and 14th.
Location:
Order online.
More Information:https://www.ripple-effects.com/Downspout-Garden-Plant-Kit-Sale
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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Join the FREE statewide webinar hosted by Chris Schultz (Senior Project Manager, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District) and Megan Högfeldt (Water Resources Specialist, City of Superior) to hear about backyard practices that increase stormwater infiltration. Learn why rain collection is important, how to install a rain garden and rain barrel, and how these backyard practices benefit homeowners.
Location: Virtual, Free Webinar
More Information: https://www.wistormwater.com/toolkit/webinarsREGISTER HERE
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Wednesday, August 9, Noon-1:00 PM
Free webinar hosted by Wisconsin SaltWise.
The Milwaukee Riverkeeper team helped pilot a statewide citizen monitoring protocol for chloride in 2010. They have continued monitoring salt levels in local streams ever since. Their data has identified and led to the listing of over 117 miles of impaired streams in the Milwaukee River basin. Cheryl Nenn will discuss Riverkeeper's multi-pronged approach to protecting the rivers of Southeast Wisconsin through increased monitoring, professional trainings, public outreach, and policy change.
Location:
VirtualMore Information: https://www.wisaltwise.com/Event/Detail/1510
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Wednesday, August 9, Noon-3:00 PM
Free and recommended for adults and familiesBe a part of the action this day as we learn about stormwater; where it comes from, what is in it, and most importantly, what can I do about it. There will be plenty to do at this first ever, free event including stream testing, stream critters, the watershed model, composting activities and more. Adults, come learn about “Sustainable Yardening” in our noon presentation or just travel through the activities with your kids. There is something for everyone!
Location:
Retzer Nature Center
S14 W28167 Madison St.
Waukesha, WI 53188More Information: https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/envedu/general-public/publicactivityguide/
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Wednesday, August 9, 2023 4:30-6:00 PM
The City of Superior Environmental Services Division (ESD) is hosting the Barker’s Island Green Infrastructure Walking Tour for community leaders. The City of Superior was awarded a National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) grant. The main objective of the NFWF project was to install green infrastructure elements by decreasing impervious surfaces and increasing vegetation. Green infrastructure projects involve stormwater best management practices (BMPs), like rain gardens and green roofs, designed to control flooding, reduce erosion, and improve water quality. The tour will begin with Mayor Paine welcoming the attendees and then the group will visit five (5) project sites. At each stopping point, folks involved in project design, installation, and maintenance will discuss the function of green infrastructure and stormwater infiltration strategies in a high-traffic, multi-use waterfront space. Additionally, speakers will share information on project funding, design concepts, and the positive outcomes for the public and natural systems.
Location:
Barker's Island
Superior, WI 54880More Information: https://www.ci.superior.wi.us/1119/Barkers-Island-Site-Improvements-Project
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Wednesday, August 9, 2023 5:30-6:30 PM
Join Wisconsin statewide educator for the Wisconsin Citizen Lake Monitoring Network, Paul Skawinski and the Rock River Coalition on Wednesday, August 9th, from 5:30-6:30 pm at the Watertown Senior/Community Center for a FREE EVENT to discuss Rain Gardens and Native Plantings for Water Quality Protection. This event is sponsored by Rock River Coalition, The City of Watertown, The Quirk Foundation, and The We Energy Foundation.
Location:
Watertown Senior/Community Center514 S. 1st St
Watertown, WI 53094More Information: https://rockrivercoalition.org/events/event/speaker-talk-rain-gardens-and-native-plantings-for-water-quality-protection/
Thursday, August 10, 2023
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Join Phil Gaebler (City of Madison) and Christal Campbell (Dane County Land and Water Resources Dept. and the Madison Area Municipal Stormwater Partnership) to learn how timely removal of street leaves before the rain can help keep our waters clean. They’ll share information on a recent U.S. Geological Survey study that evaluates how leaf collection and street cleaning can reduce nutrients to local waters and how partners in Dane County used the results to create a community engagement program to keep streets leaf-free before the storm.Location: Virtual, Free Webinar
More Information: https://www.wistormwater.com/toolkit/webinars
Saturday, August 12, 2023
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Saturday, August 12
The Village of Waunakee is partnering with Dane County and the Madison Area Municipal Stormwater Partnership (MAMSWaP) to host a community-wide household hazardous waste disposal event. This event is open to all Dane County residents and offers an opportunity for residents to safely dispose of hazardous waste, household chemicals, and other items that pose potential environmental and safety risks. These items shouldn't be placed in curbside trash.
Location:
Ripp Park
213 Dorn Dr
Waunakee, WI 53597
More Information: https://www.vil.waunakee.wi.us/1098/Clean-Sweep-Event