Audubon Society pushes lawmakers to protect stewardship funds

In recent years, the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program has become a flashpoint in the fight over the boundary between the executive and legislative branches of state government.
As advocates call for conservation funding, Wisconsin’s stewardship program faces steep odds

The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program may be in jeopardy of reauthorization.
Beyond Lobby Day: Making Every Conversation Count for Knowles-Nelson

At Knowles-Nelson Lobby Day, conservation advocates showed lawmakers why Wisconsin’s outdoor spaces matter—now it’s time to keep speaking up.
New Bayshore Trail Bridge Installation Gets Underway

Completion of Manitowoc’s Bayshore Trail is expected this spring and was made possible by a Knowles-Nelson Stewardship grant.
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RECORDING: ‘Behind the Polling’ Webinar – March 25, 2025

Watch the recording and download slides from our March Knowles-Nelson polling insights webinar.
Team Knowles Nelson Update: Polling Webinar Tomorrow + JFC Listening Sessions

Join our upcoming polling insights webinar and plan a plan to speak up for Knowles-Nelson at a legislative listening session.
Team Knowles Nelson Update: Oversight Discussions, Budget Hearings, and Passing Local Resolutions

Learn about the oversight process for the Stewardship Program, find details on JFC’s remaining budget hearings, and celebrate communities that have passed resolutions supporting Knowles-Nelson.
Team Knowles Nelson Update: March 25 Polling Webinar, Lobby Day Recap, Budget Listening Sessions, and Local Government Resolutions

Join our March 25 polling insights webinar, connect with legislators at upcoming listening sessions, and help advance Knowles-Nelson resolutions in your community.
Upcoming Listening Sessions

Your representatives want to hear from you! Join them at these upcoming listening sessions to share your concerns and discuss budget priorities.