The Past And Future Of Conservation Funding In Wisconsin
WORT’s Catherine Garvens speaks with Jason Stein, the lead author on a report published by the Wisconsin Policy Forum about conservation funding in the state.
Oneida County passes “disjointed” resolution opposing Pelican River Forest easements
The Oneida County Board passed an advisory resolution opposing the Pelican River Forest project in northern Wisconsin.
Oneida County to Debate Pelican River Forest
On May 16, 2023, there will be an important opportunity to speak up in-person for conservation in Wisconsin.
Letters to the Editor: Protect the Pelican River Forest
During Earth Week, the Wisconsin Legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance voted not to permanently protect and preserve the Pelican River Forest in northern Wisconsin, and people are not happy about it.
End Wisconsin’s secretive ‘pocket veto’ | Your Right to Know
Gov. Tony Evers is considering next steps as conservation groups question legal authority of Legislature to block projects anonymously.
Largest land conservation effort faces uncertain future as groups struggle with access to Stewardship funds
The Pelican River Forest is the latest example of hurdles land conservation groups face from GOP lawmakers who object to preserving land for the public.
Republicans block Knowles-Nelson funds for Pelican River Forest preserve
Conservation groups hope to keep the project alive and are searching for new avenues after legislators on the state’s powerful finance committee blocked a key funding request.
Opinion | GOP thumbs its nose at Earth Week
Republican members on the Joint Finance Committee voted “no” to secure permanent conservation and public access for the Pelican River Forest.
Gov. Evers Proposes investments in conservation, state parks, and outdoor recreation
Gov. Evers’ 2023-25 biennial budget proposal makes several key investments, including for the conservation and preservation of public lands through the state’s Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Pelican River Forest controversy draws attention to future of conservation in Wisconsin
The conservation community is concerned for the future of the Pelican River Forest after the Joint Finance Committee voted along party lines to reject a $4 million Knowles Nelson grant.
