Digging in: Wetland soils of Wisconsin and their role in ecological restoration Speakers: Holly Dolliver, Department Chair Plant and Earth Science and Professor, Soil Science and Geology, UW-River Falls; Amanda Little, Professor and Program Director Biology, UW Stout Hydric soils, along with hydrology and vegetation, are one of the three critical defining features of a wetland. However, soils are more than just criteria to be met; they are the foundation of the wetland ecosystem. Dr. Holly Dolliver (UW-River Forest) and Dr. Amanda Little (UW-Stout) will describe the unique attributes of wetland soils, their formation, geologic context, and properties. How does soil type and properties influence wetland ecosystems, creating opportunities and challenges for ecological restoration? Holly and Amanda will team up to answer this and other vital soil-wetland questions to help us all better care for wetlands. Sponsored by We Energies Foundation