Conservation Connections
with Valley Stewardship Network
Second Monday of the month at 9:30AM
Valley Stewardship Network, a nonprofit based in Viroqua, Wisconsin, works to empower community members to achieve conservation goals. Join us as Valley Stewardship Network staff talk with a variety of local experts, farmers, and conservationists about strategies for protecting the unique natural resources found in the Driftless Area.

A Conversation with Nick Gilman, Vernon County Forest Administrator

A conversation with Nick Gilman, the Vernon County Forest Administrator, on forest management in our area.
The Dairy Industry

Dave Krier, VSN’s native planting coordinator, speaks with Gail Klinkner about the state of the dairy industry and its impact in the Driftless Area.
Changing Landscape Use in the Driftless

Scott Walter speaks with Brandon and Maggie about how land use has changed in the Driftless and some of those impacts we see today.
Introduction and History of VSN

Executive Director Beth Summers is joined by VSN founder Kathy Fairchild and VSN Conservation Programs Coordinator Shelly Brenneman to discuss the founding and history of VSN.