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Wetland at the edge of a wooded area
Constructed wetland for water quality: Wetlands, NARPS, and advocacy
In episode 72 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Podcast, Mila Marshall of...
The groundwater guide: Where our water comes from and the challenges communities face
Do you know where your drinking water comes from? If you are like most people, the answer is no. While the City of Chicago and many of its...
Community development and sustainable planning
Communities face challenges and find solutions together to address aging and changing water infrastructure
Community systems to manage water were built a long time ago and since then, historical hydrological patterns, or how water moves through the...
Reversing the Chicago River created ripple effects we still see today
Urbanization has not historically been too kind to the health and well-being of rivers. It’s a rough irony that something so important to the...
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News Releases

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Fourth annual NatureFest to take place April 26
DEKALB, Ill. - Join us again for a day in the woods. University of Illinois Extension, DeKalb County Forest Preserve, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, and DeKalb County Health Department have planned the fourth annual NatureFest. Join us on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to...
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Advance local impact with Watershed Stewards
Bloomington Ill. – Every day, rain nourishes fields of growing crops, and rivers steadily flow through natural areas and communities until, eventually, drinking water trickles out of faucets into our homes, schools, and businesses. The health of a watershed is tied to the...
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Planning a Multipurpose Pond

Thinking about building a pond on your property for wildlife, fishing, livestock, storm water containment, fire protection, or other reasons? Not sure where to start on site selection, sizing, estimating drainage area, overflow needs, embankment requirements, etc.? Explore important...

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Shiba 'Shibu' Kar

Assistant Dean: Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Program Leader. Associate Director of Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant
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