S2 E20 Wild About Wetlands: Nature’s Amazing Water Filters
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Wild About Wetlands: Nature's Amazing Water Filters
In Episode 20 of The Lake Doctor Podcast, hosts Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch revisit the best moments from Season 2 episodes about wetlands. They explore how wetlands act as nature’s kidneys—filtering nutrients, reducing floodwaters, and protecting lakes from pollution—while explaining the differences between marshes, swamps, bogs, and fens. Featuring insights from Landon Vine, Nathan Herbert, Nate Simons, Jacob Macke, and Stephen Jacquemin, the episode shows how restored wetlands filter significant amounts of water and help reduce harmful algal blooms.
Nate and Suzie connect these ideas to Kosciusko County and the new Lake RX program, highlighting why protecting and restoring wetlands is key to cleaner, healthier lakes. There will be some really big news about Lake RX in the coming weeks, so make sure you’re subscribed. You won’t want to miss this announcement!
Check out the full conversations featured in this episode below:
Ep. 10: How to Eat Like a Wetland with Landon Vine – V3 Consulting
Ep. 18: Quaking Bogs & Old Forests: Extraordinary Ecosystems with Nathan Herbert – The Nature Conservancy
Ep. 4: Why a Controlled Wildfire is Important for our Lakes with Nate Simons – Blue Heron Ministries
Ep. 17: How Wetlands Help Lakes Recover with Dr. Stephen Jacquemin – Wright State University
Ep. 19: Why Choose Native Plants for Your Lake Property with Jacob Macke – Chapman Lake Nursery
Ep. 14 – How to Improve Lake Health Using a Holistic Approach
What is Lake Rx?
Lake RX is an exciting new program at the Lilly Center to collaboratively implement projects that increase the health of local lakes. Tap the button below to learn more and stay up to date on this important work.