Senate President Mary Felzkowski confident GOP will hold majority in 2026

With Republicans focused on holding narrow legislative majorities in 2026, the future of programs like the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program remains uncertain.
Republicans attack ‘strawman’ Knowles-Nelson for land conservation

Public lands data shows stewardship program just a small portion of conserved land across the state.
Door County Year in Review 2025: Environment

Door County Pulse includes the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program in its 2025 environmental year-in-review.
Driftless Area Land Conservancy secures iconic Wintergreen property

Driftless Area Land Conservancy has permanently protected the 245-acre Wintergreen property in Spring Green with support from community donors and the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Oshkosh resolution highlights importance of Knowles-Nelson Program

Oshkosh City Council member Joe Stephenson highlights Knowles-Nelson’s role in supporting public health, strengthening local economies and tourism, and ensuring future generations have access to the outdoors.
Storied Past, Bright Future: What’s to come for the Wisconsin State Park System

As Wisconsin’s state parks mark 125 years and look ahead to new projects and expanded access, the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program remains a key tool for protecting land and supporting recreation across the park system.
Where Knowles-Nelson stands heading into 2026

A look back at 2025, legislative roadblocks, and why your voice still matters.
Wisconsin senators hold public hearing on bill to warn of contaminated groundwater

A bipartisan groundwater notification bill comes as lawmakers remain deadlocked on clean water priorities, including reauthorizing the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Legislative Stalemate Threatens Knowles-Nelson

The conservation program that has preserved over 12,000 acres of woodlands, wetlands, cliffs and meadows in Door County remains in doubt despite overwhelming statewide voter support.
Waupaca Council votes for conservation

The Waupaca City Council passed a resolution in support of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, urging state leaders to continue the program.