Land conservation project in Dane County moves forward
Dane County is set to award the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance, formerly known as Madison Audubon, a grant of over $900k.
Supreme Court Victory for Knowles-Nelson
On July 5th, 2024, the WI Supreme Court ruled 6-1 that anonymous objections and legislative obstruction are unconstitutional.
Court rules for executive branch
The WI Supreme Court rules 6-1 that the executive branch has the authority to spend Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program dollars already budgeted for without the Joint Finance Committee’s oversight.
Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down ‘legislative veto’ powers
6-1 ruling prompts reactions from state legislators.
Wisconsin Republicans are improperly blocking conservation work, court says
Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled in favor of Governor Tony Evers, stating that the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee (JFC) cannot block conservation projects initiated by the governor’s administration.
Protecting water quality near Lake Superior: Whittlesey Creek Watershed
Landmark Conservancy aims to protect 160 acres of prime trout habitat and forest in Bayfield County.
The Whole Is Greater Than the Sum of Its Parts: La Crosse Blufflands
Mississippi Valley Conservancy has shown how incremental progress has led to protection of the iconic landscape.
Preserving Prairie and Protecting Water in Dane County: The Prairie Enthusiasts
The Prairie Enthusiasts’ Uren Trust Addition seeks to restore nature’s balance and expand public lands.
Protecting Land and Preserving Tradition: Landmark Conservancy + American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
Landmark Conservancy and the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation join forces to protect Wisconsin’s Northwoods while boosting the local economy.
Preserving Wisconsin’s Rural Legacy: Hillside Prairie Sanctuary
Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance aims to protect historic farmland, restore native prairie, and create a haven for wildlife and community recreation in Dane County.
