Wisconsin’s Outdoor Recreation Industry Grew 6.8 Percent in 2022
Investing in conservation is key in supporting Wisconsin’s booming outdoor economy.
City of Lake Geneva Revisits Discussion on Hillmoor Golf Course Property
Knowles-Nelson funding may still be on the table for a nature trail in Lake Geneva after the City Council announced the allocation of the necessary matching funds.
Gov. Evers Announces Approval of Largest Forest Conservation Effort in State History
Land conservation and the protection of Wisconsin’s water and wildlife continue to remain a top priority for the Evers Administration.
Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Awarded to City of River Falls
Knowles-Nelson funds will be used to create a new two-mile recreation trail in the City of River Falls.
Governor Evers’ Lawsuit Supports Conservation In Wisconsin
The lawsuit alleges that Republican legislators are unconstitutionally and unlawfully obstructing basic government function.
Anglin Family Nature Preserve dedicated; 120-acre preserve identified as a Conservation Opportunity Area
Funds from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program support the purchase of 42 acres in Walworth County, which will connect to DNR-owned land to form a 120-acre preserve.
The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin Supports Governor’s Lawsuit
The lawsuit is in response to several years of setbacks faced by the Stewardship Program, including lack of transparency and unnecessary legislative roadblocks.
Gov. Tony Evers Sues GOP Lawmakers Over Blocking Conservation Projects
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program is a central part of a recently filed lawsuit against state Republicans for violating the Wisconsin Constitution and needlessly blocking conservation projects.
Sustaining Economic Growth In The Face Of Industry Shifts
Amidst economic transformation through dwindling traditional industries and post-pandemic shifts, Wisconsin has made moves that are reaping rewards.
Silent Alarm: Call to Action! Parks Funding Crises in Wisconsin
Silent Sports Magazine states the case for Wisconsin to use its sizable budget surplus to support our state parks and trails.
