Partner Update — Friends of North Point: Winter Speaker Series

The Friends of North Point (FONP) concluded their winter speaker series, featuring three speakers in 2023 focusing on native plants and plant management. The first speaker, Jason Granberg from the Wisconsin DNR, discussed the identification and control of invasive species, emphasizing the importance of early detection. Dr. Warren Porter from UW-Madison addressed the effects of pesticide use on human reproductive health and development, highlighting the potential risks associated with common pesticides. The final speaker, Randy Powers from Prairie Future Seed Company, discussed sustainable practices for creating native landscapes on properties, showcasing the benefits of native plant gardens.

Newsletter, Partner Profile, EventLakeshore Natural Resource PartnershipMay 25, 2023Friends of North Point, FONP, Speaker Series, Plants, Jason Granberg, Wisconsin DNR, Wisconsin, Dr. Warren Porter, UW Madison, University of Wisconsin, LNRP, EPA, Amy Lentz

"From the Ledge to the Lakeshore with LNRP" (2023) WFRV Local 5

“(WFRV) – For 20 years, they’ve been working to improve and protect the land and water surrounding Lake Michigan.

Retired Rambler Steve DeBaker visits Local 5 Live along with Tom Mlada, Executive Director for the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership with more on the important work happening in this unique section of Wisconsin.

Wiledge.org is the place to learn more about Wisconsin Ledge and connect with the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership at lnrp.org.”

PressTom MladaJanuary 19, 2023LNRP, LNRP Staff, Tom Mlada, NERN, Niagara Escarpment Resource Network, Wi Ledge, Wisconsin