The Langlade County Conservation Department was created onCows December 11th 1990 to administer and operate local conservation
programs. Since that time, the Department has been involved in many programs targeted at conserving and protecting our natural resources. Current project areas include:
  • Farmland Preservation
  • Nutrient Management
  • Manure Storage Ordinance
  • Conservation Cost-sharing Programs
  • Information & Education Programs
  • Hazardous Waste Disposal
  • Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims
  • Invasive Species Control and Prevention
  • Pollinator Habitat and Health
  • Surface & Groundwater Health


 

Conservation Goals & Priorities



Langlade County’s Land and Water Resource Management (LWRM) Plan drives the work conducted within the Land Conservation Office. This plan was thoughtfully assembled with input from the general public, Land Conservation Committee, Department Staff, and outside natural resource and planning professionals. The LWRM Plan outlines our local comprehensive strategy for the implementation of soil and water conservation in Langlade County from 2020-2029.

2020-2029 Work Plan Goals:
Goal 1:  Protect and improve surface and groundwater.
Goal 2:  Mitigate invasive species impacts.
Goal 3:  Promote working forests and farms.
Goal 4:  Promote stewardship of the land and water through public education.
Goal 5:  Protect public health from unwanted chemical waste.
Goal 6:  Improve forest silviculture for multiple uses.
Goal 7:  Manage wildlife conflicts.
 


LWRM Cover Page   The Langlade County 2025-2034 Land & Water Resource Management Plan was approved after review by the Land &                              Water Conservation Board.


    View a copy of the approved plan here: 2025-2034 Langlade County Land & Water Resource Management Plan

    If you have questions or comments regarding the plan, please contact the Land Conservation Office to speak with our staff.
 


Contact:  Kathryn Bahr-Bender - Land Conservationist
Phone: 715-627-6291
Fax: (715)627-6281
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Mailing Address:  Resource Center
837 Clermont Street
Antigo, WI 54409
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Physical Address:  837 Clermont Street, Antigo, WI 54409
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Hours:  General Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Walk-In Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Appointments are always recommended.