Wisconsin Wetlands Association thanks everyone who participated in our 15th Annual Conference. We are especially grateful for the many contributions made by presenters, advisory panel members, field trip leaders, volunteers, moderators, exhibitors/sponsors and others who helped make this event possible and successful.

>> View conference photos below.
>> Download program booklet with abstracts (~ 3MB, PDF)
>> Purchase a conference notebook with logo for $4 (photo at right). Call WWA at 608-250-9971.
>> Submit feedback and suggestions by submitting an evaluation form.

CONFERENCE PHOTOS
More photos coming soon. Thanks to photographers Heather Patti, Gary Shackelford, Kyle Magyera and Erin O'Brien.

2010 CONFERENCE PURPOSE & THEME
Historically, wetlands have not been recognized or valued as natural treasures, but were instead generally considered wastelands and obstacles to progress. Today, thankfully, wetlands are beginning to be recognized and valued not only for their importance for wildlife but also for the variety of other ecosystem services they provide to human communities. From clean water to fish and wildlife habitat, flood and shoreline protection to groundwater recharge, floral diversity to aesthetics, recreation and educational opportunities, wetlands provide a variety of critical services that benefit all communities.

WWA's 2010 conference was held at the Plaza Hotel & Suites in Eau Claire, WI. Located in the rolling hills and river valleys of Western Wisconsin, the Eau Claire area offers natural beauty, outdoor recreation, a rich heritage and unique attractions and activities. Click here to learn more about the Eau Claire area.

CONFERENCE LOGO
This artistic representation of our 2010 theme, Wetlands in Service, is the work of WWA member Birgit Bach. Birgit is a talented local artist who supports Wisconsin Wetlands Association in many ways. To learn about the artist, visit her webpage at www.underthesunarts.com.

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