Trout Stream Restoration

Wisconsin Trout Stream Restoration Workshop

August 12, 2026 | Live online event
8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Central Time

This annual Wisconsin Trout Stream Restoration Workshop was established by Dr. Ray White in 2013. It brings together scientists, resource managers, practitioners, and students to explore the science, management, and restoration of trout streams and their connected landscapes. Through expert presentations, case studies, and facilitated discussion, the workshop examines how physical, biological, and social processes interact across streams, riparian corridors, wetlands, and watersheds. The emphasis for this professional development opportunity is on understanding natural processes, evaluating restoration and management approaches, and applying science-informed perspectives to real-world decision-making in diverse ecological and regional contexts.

By participating in this workshop, participants will be able to:

Integrate scientific understanding of stream, riparian, and watershed processes to interpret how natural dynamics and human influences shape trout habitat and aquatic ecosystems.
Evaluate restoration and management approaches using ecological principles, research findings, and applied examples to support effective practices that result in resilient outcomes.
Apply systems-based and interdisciplinary perspectives to professional decision-making, collaboration, and problem-solving related to trout stream conservation and restoration.

WisconsinTrout Stream Restoration Workshop Registration Fees
Registration Type	Fee
Wisconsin DNR staff - use this discount code when registering.	$0
Other state, government, and tribal agencies	$55
Private employers	$85
Students	$25

Registration includes access to the online workshop on August 12, 2026. CEUs are also included but will only be awarded for participation in the live sessions on August 12, 2026.

UWL Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

0.6 CEUs/6 contact hours
Continuing education units are a means of recognizing and recording satisfactory participation in non-degree programs. UWL CEUs fulfill continuing education requirements for many professionals, agencies and organizations. Professional associations may have specific licensing requirements. Individuals should contact their licensing association before assuming UWL CEUs will fulfill all requirements. UWL keeps records of individual CEUs for three years of programming. Certificates are emailed within two weeks of the conclusion of each program.

Cancellation Policy

Substitutions are welcome. A full refund less $25 processing fee will be issued for cancellations received two weeks prior to the event. No refunds for cancellations after that date. Cancellations and substitutions must be submitted in writing to: ex@uwlax.edu.