Onterra, LLC is a lake management planning firm based in De Pere, WI. We work on lakes throughout Wisconsin and Michigan's UP.
Presentation #1: Wisconsin's Wild Lakes: What We Have Left and Why They're Important
Of Wisconsin’s over 15,000 lakes, very few wild lakes remain. These are rare places where remarkable peace and beauty abounds, and where native wildlife flourishes. Wisconsin only has around 135 undeveloped, publicly-owned wild lakes over 30 acres. Where are they, and more importantly, why should we care about protecting wild places? This presentation will spotlight a few of these lakes and the many values each offers scientifically, recreationally, aesthetically, emotionally, and ethically.
Speaker: John Bates
Presentation #2: The Totogatic River: Wild by Law
Through a united partnership, the Totogatic River was officially designated a Wisconsin Wild River in 2009. What does it take to become a “wild river” and why the Totogatic (or is it “Totagatic”)? In this presentation, enjoy a photo tour of this 70-mile long river and learn about the 5-year journey from the local idea stage to the day Governor Doyle signed the bill making the designation official. The legal requirements and protections for Wisconsin Wild Rivers will be covered, along with water quality, habitat and development considerations. The important role of state and local partners in making this designation a reality and providing further shoreland protection will also be presented.
Speakers: Kathy Bartilson & Cathie Erickson