First, residential remodeler Chad Speight returns with Tim Quigley to talk about the latest trends in decks and outdoor living spaces. Then, we’ll hear why it’s important to care for private lake shorelines. Lauren Haydon and Eric Olson give advice on what you can do to improve the health of your local lake.
Featured in this Episode
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Exploring the latest innovations and trends in outdoor living areas
Decks and other outdoor living spaces have certainly changed over the last couple of decades. Our guests tell us about the latest innovations in outdoor living spaces, including slip-resistant decking materials and new ways to provide shade.
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What you can do to improve your shoreline and help out your local lake
Wisconsin is a water-lover’s paradise. After all, our state’s name is derived from an Algonquian word honoring water. We have thousands of lakes, streams and rivers — and it’s up to us to care for them. We talk about caring for private shoreline, and what you can do to help your local lake.
Find shoreland owner resources from the Healthy Lakes & Rivers program here.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- Chad Speight Guest
- Tim Quigley Guest
- Lauren Haydon Guest
- Eric Olson Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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