Wisconsin's Green Fire: Voices for Conservation

08/24/2026

Good luck, Grace and River Alliance of Wisconsin!

On August 23, Grace Dugan will embark on a 328-mile solo paddle on the Wisconsin River from Tomahawk to the Mississippi River Confluence near Prairie du Chien. She's a determined young woman who will navigate the river with her own hand-drawn maps!

Read more about why Grace is taking on this trip, inspired by a guided trip she took on the Wisconsin River when she was 13 years old that sparked future efforts to pair committed recreation with clean water protection. She's asking people to cheer her on by making donations to River Alliance of Wisconsin: https://wisconsinrivers.org/grace/

08/24/2026

Job opportunity with Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission (GLIFWC)!

Learn more and apply here! https://glifwc.org/about-us/careers/executive-assistant

08/21/2026

Are you curious about what open records or open meetings really mean in Wisconsin? Check out this new guide from Midwest Environmental Advocates.

Understanding your rights to public records and government transparency is an important part of engaging in civic life in Wisconsin. As the guide states, "Public engagement is a critical tool for holding government accountable to its promise of safeguarding public health and natural resources."

Did you know? Wisconsin’s open government laws give you important rights to government access and transparency. MEA’s Open Government Guide explains those rights and offers practical information for participating in decisions affecting your community. Find the guide here 👇

https://midwestadvocates.org/wp-content/uploads/Open-Government-Guide.pdf

08/20/2026

Job opportunity with North Central Conservancy Trust!

08/20/2026

Job opportunity with Nearby Nature Milwaukee!

Join Our Team   Join Our Team Now Nearby Nature Milwaukee is Hiring! Nearby Nature is a great group to work with. Above all we are committed to our mission and to having fun while accomplishing great work. We spend a lot of time outdoors. Our benefits include sick/personal days, 11 paid holidays an...

08/20/2026

The Lake Superior Days Celebration is coming up on September 4th with Mashkiiziibii Natural Resources Department!

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08/19/2026

Job opportunity with The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters!

Help shape how Wisconsin talks about science and climate.

The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters is hiring a Director of Science and Climate Programs, a leadership role for someone who believes in the power of listening, learning, collaboration, and finding common ground. In this role, you will help lead the Academy's Climate & Energy Initiative, develop statewide science programming, build partnerships with experts and organizations around Wisconsin, convene conversations around complex environmental issues, and help turn knowledge into meaningful public engagement.

This is a unique opportunity to do statewide work that connects people and ideas across Wisconsin and create spaces where science, climate, and diverse perspectives can come together. If you are a collaborative leader, thoughtful communicator, and strategic thinker who wants to help build a strong future for Wisconsin, we'd love to hear from you. Or, if you know someone who would be a great fit, share this post or tag them below!

Learn more through the link below and apply today. Apply by September 7, 2026 for best consideration.

https://www.wisconsinacademy.org/jobs

08/19/2026

Job opportunity with Wisconsin Wetlands Association!

Help us launch a new peatlands conservation project! We are seeking a Peatlands Project Manager to join our team and help launch this exciting new project in the Lake Michigan basin.

This peatlands conservation project is a collaboration between ourselves, The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin , and The Pew Charitable Trusts, and is focused on helping communities in the Lake Michigan basin protect and rewet peatlands for carbon sequestration, flood mitigation, and water quality improvement.

Link to job posting is in the comments:

08/18/2026

Attention Wisconsin agricultural producers! The NRCS is accepting applications for conservation programs for fiscal year 2027 funding. The deadline is September 18, 2026.

Agricultural producers in Wisconsin should apply by September 18, 2026 to be considered for fiscal year 2027 NRCS funding.

08/17/2026

Happy 100 years Outdoor Writers Association of America! The national organization is hosting its 2026 conference in Madison, WI.

We're grateful for the high standards of outdoor writers, filmmakers, photographers, and other communicators who combat misinformation and help people connect with, enjoy, and conserve our natural resources!

The Outdoor Writers Association of America will meet in Madison for its 2026 conference. The organization is also celebrating its 100th anniversary.