Anti-conservation group works to influence land use policy in three northern Wisconsin counties
Texas-based group aims to block land conservation efforts across the country through local land use policies.
$812,000 Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Awarded to the Town of Westport
Town of Westport partnered with Groundswell Conservancy to secure funding to protect 105 acres that was planned for a bagel bakery.
Two northern Wisconsin projects sought $1M in boating grants. Only one got the money.
The City of Ashland was denied a $1 million Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program grant for a new boat launch, despite funding for similar projects being approved.
Team Knowles Nelson Updates: Recent Wins, Upcoming Supreme Court Battle, and Expanding Our Team
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship world is busy these days! We’re excited to share updates on the Wisconsin Supreme Court case involving Knowles-Nelson, recent grant successes, and to introduce you to a new team member at Gathering Waters.
Town of Clay Banks Objects to Door County Land Trust Purchase
When prompted to review the project due to a Knowles-Nelson grant, Town officials passed a resolution objecting to it.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Lawsuit
Governor Evers’ lawsuit alleges that the legislature is obstructing government function by stalling Knowles-Nelson Stewardship grant approvals.
Antigo Parks Projects Approved for 2024
Developments at Lakeside Park will be supported by funding from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Climate-positive headlines greenwash Wisconsin’s fossil fuel dependency
Despite news of several positive developments in combating
climate change, continued investment in fossil fuels threatens Gov. Evers’ commitment to net-
zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Opinion | Evers thwarts anti-conservation effort
Former state representative Spencer Black celebrates the permanent protection of the Pelican River Forest.
Commentary | Protecting Wisconsin’s Pelican River Forest provides multi-faceted benefits for generations to come
Clint Miller of The Conservation Fund celebrate the success of the Pelican River Forest project.
