WSLS – Surveyors’ Institute

Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors Founded in 1952 NSPS University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

January 26-29, 2026

Kalahari Resort and convention Center, Wisconsin Dells, WI

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The Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors (WSLS) is a statewide volunteer organization committed to the advancement of the surveying profession. The WSLS supports professional land surveyors licensed to practice in Wisconsin, as well as those seeking licensure and Certified Survey Technicians. The Annual WSLS Institute is an educational and professional networking event designed for surveyors and other professionals working in the surveying industry. 

The Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for our members. Becoming a member of the WSLS will help to keep you up-to-date on issues, laws and regulations that affect the profession of land surveying. Join us in our endeavors of promoting the land surveying profession, improving legislative awareness and enhancing professionalism. We encourage our members to get involved, provide input and be an active participant. 


Organized in 1952, the Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors (WSLS) is a statewide volunteer organization committed to the advancement of the surveying profession.  The WSLS supports professional land surveyors licensed to practice in Wisconsin, as well as those seeking licensure and Certified Survey Technicians.

The WSLS consists of nine chapters throughout Wisconsin.  Each chapter works diligently within its region, organizing and participating in community and educational events, networking, helping the public access licensed surveyors, and as an advocate in legislation and issues affecting the surveying profession.

For more information about WSLS, click here. To join or renew your WSLS membership, click here.

2025 Ryan Duckart

2024 Jim Sehloff

2023 Josh Prentice

2022 Bryan Meyer

2021 Ed Harvey, Jr.

2020 Kevin Boyer

2019 Terry Van Ho ut

2018 Robert Beilfuss

2017 Larry Miller

2016 Emily Pierce

2015 Jeffrey DeMuth

2014 Sean Walsh

2013 John Baudhuin

2012 Allen Schneider

2011 Bruce Bowden

2010 James Rein

2009 James Wallen

2008 John Casucci

2007 Lisa Van Horn

2006 Joseph Gruber

2005 Chester Nowaczyk

2004 Robert Harris

2003 Terrance Genske

2002 Terrance Pisarek

2001 Daniel Birrenkott

2000 Lee Villeneuve

1999 William Jung

1998 Burt Naumann

1997 Howard Licht

1996 David Chrouser

1995 Matthew Janiak

1994 Francis Thousand

1993 Michael Romportl

1992 Dennis Mickesh

1991 Donald LaCount

1990 John Margitan

1989 Michael Roach

1988 David Schmalz

1987 Norman Hanson

1986 Robert  Luebben

1985 Leslie Van Horn

1984 Arden Sandsnes

1983 Donald Rhode

1982 Frederic Zietlow

1981 David Mau

1980 Rodney Ripley

1979 Donald Paulson

1978 Gerald Inman

1977 Herman Hovelsrud

1976 Robert  Johanning

1975 Anthony Kiedrowski

1974 Hugh Lee

1973 John Nielsen

19​​72 William Rohde

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Whova User Guide with Sound

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Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.