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Generalized Map of the Quaternary Geology of Wisconsin

Posted on October 16, 2026

This publication includes a generalized version of the 1:500,000-scale map “Quaternary Geology of Wisconsin” (https://doi.org/10.54915/xqpw9883). The second page includes a description of the sediment deposited by glaciers, streams, wind, and other processes during the Quaternary …

Posted in Educational resources, Geology research, Hot off the Press, WGNHS researchTagged Driftless Area, outreach, Quaternary

Beyond Alt Text: Exploring innovative methods to advance the accessibility of geologic maps

Posted on June 30, 2026

Mel Reusche, WGNHS Communications and outreach specialist speaking with WGNHS Cartographer and GIS Specialist Caroline Rose Over the last two years, WGNHS cartographer Caroline Rose has explored ways to make spatial data—like geologic maps—accessible and …

Posted in Staff stories, WGNHS blog, WGNHS newsTagged Geospatial data, GIS, outreach, Research

Working with Wisconsin educators

Posted on July 2, 2024

This blog post was written by UW-Madison undergraduate Shayla Barrera-Skibinski, who worked at WGNHS as a Social Media and Geology Assistant from 2022-2024. Includes June 2024 update by Mel Reusche. Where does our drinking water …

Posted in Educational resources, WGNHS blogTagged groundwater, hydrogeology, outreach

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  • Generalized Map of the Quaternary Geology of Wisconsin

    October 16, 2026
  • Wisconsin Groundwater-Level Monitoring Network Improvements, 2024-2026

    October 16, 2026
  • Updated version of Depth to Silurian Bedrock in Eastern Wisconsin

    September 30, 2026

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