Opinion | Two wins for Wisconsin conservation efforts

Spencer Black celebrates two major victories for Wisconsin conservation initiatives, including the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program and voter responses to the constitutional amendment questions on August ballots.
Right-wing opponent to conservation lists Wisconsin as part of 2024 plans

Right-wing anti-conservation group American Stewards of Liberty named Wisconsin in its 2024 strategic plan, stating it wants to stop federal funding of the recently established Pelican River Forest conservation easement.
Team Knowles Nelson Updates: Voting NO on August 13th, connecting with legislators, and celebrating momentum

Vote NO to defend land conservation and check out highlights from recent legislative visits.
Land Trust Adds New Property to Kellner Fen Natural Area

Door County Land Trust expands wetland with a 12-acre parcel, protecting water quality and wildlife habitat.
Preserving Rock County’s Agricultural Heritage: The Bjugstad Conservation Easement

Groundswell Conservancy protects 189 acres of prime farmland in Rock County.
From the Team: Updated Pelican River Forest Road Access Maps

Explore roads open for public use in the Pelican River Forest.
Money Raised to Purchase Redmann Property

The Town of Gibraltar has raised $1.5 million to protect 118 acres of land without using any tax dollars.
More than Meets the Eye to Land Trust’s Grand View Park Addition

Door County Land Trust purchases former Fuhrmann property, adding to Grand View Scenic Overlook and continuing the area’s conservation history.
Land trusts to seek more Stewardship funds after state Supreme Court decision

Land conservation groups anticipate submitting more funding requests for Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program grants now that the Joint Finance Committee can’t legally block conservation projects.
Door County Land Trust Expands Gibraltar-Ephraim Swamp

Building on a 19-year conservation effort, Door County Land Trust adds 20 acres to over 400 protected acres in Gibraltar-Ephraim Swamp, enhancing wildlife habitat and water quality.