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Who We Are

WAMSCO is a citizen-driven, watershed-focused non-proft organization in Shawano, WI. We represent all lakes and streams in Shawano and Menominee counties. WAMSCO seeks to achieve greater biodiversity, reduced surface water runoff, reduced nutrient load, fewer algae blooms, better fishing, and greater water recreation and enjoyment opportunities. Supported entirely by grants, member dues, and donations, we accomplish our work with a small paid staff and through the volunteer efforts of dedicated friends and neighbors.

Our Organization

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What a great turnout for Shawano's Pet Surrender event on Saturday! We had multiple people come to surrender their exotic pets, and even some who wanted to check out potential adoptable pets. This year, we had surrendered a Ball Python snake 🐍 and
Surprise! It's the first ‼Aquatic Invasive Species Feature‼ of 2025! With the freezing temperatures and thick ice,❄️ we thought it would be a perfect time to talk about ice fishing and AIS. 🎣 While many of us would rather be cozied up in our ice sh
It's less than two weeks away! Come to the Shawano High School on Saturday, January 11th between 12-3pm for an ✨ Exotic Pet Surrender Event!✨ @jr_aquatic_animal_rescue and WAMSCO are teaming up to hold this event for anyone who can no longer take ca
Happy New Year from your friends at WAMSCO! We are so excited for what's to come in the year of 2025! 🥳🎉 #HappyNewYear #happynewyear2025 #newyear2025 #wamsco
It's the last ‼Aquatic Invasive Species feature‼ of 2024! Meet the New Zealand Mudsnail. 🐌 The New Zealand Mudsnail is a prohibited species in Wisconsin. Did you know that these snails can reproduce asexually? That means that one snail can clone th
Merry Christmas from your friends at WAMSCO! We wish everyone safe travels and a day full of joy! 🎄🎁 #christmas2024 #Christmas #MerryChristmas #wamsco
‼️Aquatic Invasive Species feature‼️time! This week is the Faucet Snail. 🐌 Faucet Snails are a 🛑 prohibited species in Wisconsin. Although they are pretty small, they can do a lot of damage! In some areas, there has been an association with certai
Happy Thanksgiving from WAMSCO! 🍂🦃 We are so thankful for all of you water lovers who continue to care not only for the health of our water resources but also for the benefit of future generations who will get to enjoy them. Thank you landowners, v
This week's ‼Aquatic Invasive Species feature‼ is here! Have you ever heard of Japanese Knotweed?🌿 Japanese Knotweed is a restricted species in Wisconsin, so it shouldn't be planted or transported.❌ Originally brought over from Japan as an ornament
Thank you Veterans! #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #VeteransDay2024 #Veterans #November
It's already time for another ‼Aquatic Invasive Species feature‼ This week is the Round Goby. 🐟 Some of you may have accidentally caught one of these guys while fishing. 🎣 Round Gobies are a restricted species in Wisconsin, so if you catch one, DO
This week's ‼Aquatic Invasive Species feature‼ is Quagga Mussels! Quagga Mussels are a prohibited species in Wisconsin. If you're familiar with the infamous Zebra Mussel, you already know A LOT about these guys! Despite their different stripes and s

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