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Is Tree Removal Necessary for a Healthy Ecosystem?
by Lucius Jonett | April 4, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Pop quiz! Is this statement true or false? When repairing an ecosystem, you should never remove any existing trees. False! Although it can be a difficult decision, sometimes tree removal is a crucial part of building a healthier ecosystem. While it may seem like a...
What Do You Mean, “Wetland”? It’s Not Wet!
by Lucius Jonett | March 13, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
A surprise we often get from many clients is that an area isn’t “wet” - so what do you mean it’s a wetland? We can definitely see how this is confusing. When we think of a wetland, many of us think of a swamp or something similar with standing visible water. But...
How we are adapting to the U.S. Army Corp of engineers new stream quantification tool
by Lucius Jonett | January 31, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Quantifying functional change on streams in Minnesota and Wisconsin just got a little easier! In 2024, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District Regulatory Division announced the release of version 1.0 of the Minnesota and Wisconsin (MNWI) Stream...
Restoring My Family’s Wetlands in Central Wisconsin
by Lucius Jonett | December 31, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
As we close out another year of growth as a company, I’d like to share about a personal passion project that could be described as the impetus for all my work. Nestled just outside of Chili in Central Wisconsin is my family’s 80 acres of land. I have many fond...
Long-Term Monitoring and Management of Restored Wetlands
by Lucius Jonett | December 23, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Restored wetlands are vital ecosystems that serve as natural water purifiers, provide habitat for wildlife, and help mitigate the impacts of climate change. However, it is not enough to simply restore these wetlands and walk away. Long-term monitoring and active...
Grants and Incentives to Fund Your Conservation and Restoration Project
by Lucius Jonett | November 4, 2024 | Uncategorized | 1 Comment
It’s no secret that conservation and restoration projects can be expensive. Fortunately, many grants and incentive programs are available to help you restore these critical ecosystems. One landowner's action can help support our entire ecosystem, so it’s essential to...
Reviving Wetlands: Transforming Landscapes into Thriving Wildlife Habitats
by Lucius Jonett | October 17, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
When most people hear the terms “wildlife restoration” or “wetlands,” they think of fish, ducks, or maybe even mosquitos, but there is so much more to it than that! The projects we work on at Midwest Wetland Improvements counteract the damage caused by human activity....
What You Need to Know About Mitigation Banking
by Lucius Jonett | August 29, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
“Mitigation banking” is a system designed to compensate for environmental losses caused by land development. It involves creating, restoring, enhancing, and preserving natural habitats such as wetlands and streams. This system ensures high-quality environmental...
Understanding Stream Mitigation
by Lucius Jonett | July 15, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Developers and landowners should be aware of the complex laws surrounding impacts and alterations of streams. This regulation process is designed to prevent loss of critical stream function and habitat, however there are many nuances to each step of the process. Let’s...
How to Avoid a Wetland Violation on Your Property
by Lucius Jonett | June 15, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Buying property is exciting, especially when it involves picturesque waterfront land. However, understanding wetland regulations is essential for prospective landowners in the Upper Midwest to avoid unexpected (and potentially expensive) hurdles. At Midwest...