We're pleased to announce that Mississippi Valley Conservancy, Bayfield Regional Conservancy, and Caledonia Conservancy are recipients of a national seal. This status demonstrates proof that a land trust is operating beyond reproach in a series of operational and programmatic standards and practices.

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Blogger Marilynn Nash spends an afternoon on the Ice Age Trail

Marilynn Nash enjoyed the 9th Annual Snow Shoe Hike on the Ice Age Trail Hemlock Creek segment starting at the picnic area of the Murphy Flowage Recreation Area in Rusk County. It was hosted by the Blue Hills and Superior Lobe chapters of the Ice Age Trail Alliance.

» Full Article at Wisconsin Outdoor Fun

The Ridges 75th Anniversary

As the Ridges Sanctuary near Baileys Harbor continues its 75th anniversary year, the organization is looking back on the people who had the foresight to protect the environmental preserve back in 1937. Executive director Steve Leonard says there is a reason why the Ridges has the distinction of being Wisconsin’s oldest member based nature preserve…

» Full Article at WDOR 93.9FM

DNR grant to help conserve 15.2-acre Caledonia parcel

Nature lovers will soon have a new place to recreate in Racine County. The Caledonia Conservancy recently received word that it will likely be awarded a 50 percent matching grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. It plans to use the grant to complete the purchase of a 15.2-acre parcel of wooded land in the village.

» Full Article at The Journal Times

Conservation groups seek grants for habitat area projects

Two land trusts have applied for separate 50 percent matching grants from the Knowles-Nelson stewardship program to assist with the purchase of land in Walworth County.

» Full Article at Walworth County Today

Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Barrymore Theater, Madison 7:00pm
Experience the highs, lows, challenges and triumphs of people's relationship with the environment depicted in this unique line up of films. From stunning scenery to creative animation, this collection of movies is guaranteed to inspire and provoke.

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Libertyville couple donates $4.5 million of land in Wisconsin

Ken Aldridge has loved the Northwoods of Wisconsin ever since he was a child. So when the Libertyville resident learned that a favorite wilderness refuge near Minocqua was threatened by development, he decided to act. In June 2010, Aldridge and his wife, Carolyn, purchased nearly 3,200 acres of land near the Minocqua Winter Park, located south of Minocqua off of Highway 70, for $4.5 million. In December, the Aldridges completed one of the largest conservation easement donations in Wisconsin history to the Northwoods Land Trust, a non-profit land conservation group based in Eagle River, Wis., which will preserve the land in its natural state in perpetuity.

» Full Article at Chicago Sun Times

Geneva Lake Conservancy names new directors

“We are thrilled to begin 2012 with the addition of six talented new members to our seasoned board of directors,” said Robert W. Klockars, the conservancy board’s chairman.

» Full Article at Walworth County Today

Trusting the Land Trusts to Protect our Heritage

Former Wisconsin State Assembly Natural Resources Committee Chair, Spencer Black discusses the important role land trusts play in their communities.

» Full Article at The Capital Times

The snow came late in the season but there's still lots of opportunities to get outside and enjoy winter on a land trust property. Check in on the events in your backyard and join us at a preserve this weekend!

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The Ridges Sanctuary 24th Annual Bike Ride

Baileys Harbor
The Ride for Nature, formerly called the Ridges Ride, is set for June 16 of this year. Registration for this event will open Sunday. The event will mark the 24th annual bike ride to benefit The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor. Proceeds from the ride will help the organization to continue its educational programming as it celebrates its 75th anniversary and embarks upon a campaign to raise funds for a new interpretive center. New for this year's ride will be a metric century distance (62 miles), which will be added to the existing 100-mile, 50-mile, 25-mile and the 15-mile family ride. Each of the routes will begin and end at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. Support services and rest stops will be provided along each of the routes. Food, beverages and music at the Town Hall will wrap up the days events. The Ride for Nature is organized by the Peninsula Pacers.

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MVC receives conservation easement on 160-acre Crawford County farm

A conservation easement on an 160-acre Crawford County farm adds to the lands protected by conservation easements administered by the Mississippi Valley Conservancy in the Kickapoo River Valley, a priority area for the La Crosse-based land trust.

» Full Article at Vernon County Broadcaster

Former House speaker’s donation helps conserve Great River Road

Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert and his wife have donated a conservation easement that will preserve 403 acres of land that overlooks the Mississippi River north of Prairie du Chien. Conservation specialist Abbie Church of the Mississippi Valley Conservancy says the property, which includes the former speaker’s vacation home and working farmland, was top-priority land for conservation because of its prairie and oak savannah habitats as well as rare species of snake and snails found there.

» Full Article at LaCrosse Tribune

Land Trust donation includes parking for fairgrounds

In December 2011 the Land Trust Network received a 128-acre conservation easement donation in Dodge County. The easement includes land currently used for agriculture in the towns of Oak Grove and Beaver Dam. A portion of the land is used as the parking area for the Dodge County Fairgrounds.

» Full Article at Beaver Dam Daily Citizen

Door County: Grants sought to protect natural areas

Two nonprofit land conservation organizations have applied for matching grants from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program to protect nine parcels in Door County.

» Full Article at Door County Advocate

Gift will protect hundreds of acres overlooking Mississippi River

Former House Speaker Dennis Hastert and his wife, Jean, have donated a conservation easement on land that features a panoramic bluff overlooking the Mississippi River, Indian effigy mounds and rare species of snake and snail.

» Full Article at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

More property owners enter conservation easements

Dale Drackley, 78, of the town of Richfield, Wood County, cherishes his 47 acres of land along the Yellow River. It's land rich in wildlife and diverse forest, he said. "I don't have children or heirs to give this to," Drackley said about his decision in December to sign a land conservation easement with the North Central Conservancy Trust.

» Full Article at Wisconsin Rapids Tribune

Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy’s Flying High

Dane County Pheasant Branch Road entrance
Join renowned bird enthusiast Mike McDowell for an enchanted hike. Bring your binoculars, or let us know if you need to borrow some. Plan to crane your neck toward the sky in awe of hundreds of active birds that are back to sing songs of a warming season. Meet at the Dane County Pheasant Branch Road entrance. The hike will run from 7PM-8PM.

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy’s Nature Net

Middleton Alternative Senior High School
Discover how you can help scientists, conservationists, city planners, and even your best friend understand more about the Conservancy's wildlife. Nature Net is a fun and easy way for anyone to enter wildlife observation records online. This information is used by community members who want to know what there is to see. It is also used by wildlife ecologists at the DNR who make plans and programs for wildlife safety and management. This event will take place at the Middleton Alternative Senior High School. Children under 12 need an adult chaperone but are more than welcome to join the fun. The event will run from 6:30PM-7:30PM.

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Middleton High School students will be there to help out too! Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Middleton High School students will be there to help out too! Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Middleton High School students will be there too help out too! Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Middleton High School students will be there to help out too! Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Work Party

Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot
Join a fun group of hard-working people to care for this very special place. Responsibilities include invasive plant control, seed collecting & Spreading, etc. No experience needed, just a desire to clear invasive plants and give back to a place you enjoy. Contact Susan Gruber at office@pheasantbranch.org or call 608-836-3848 if you would like to be added to the email list to receive a reminder of work sessions. Volunteers are notified via email and signs along the trail. The work day will run from 9AM-12PM. Meet at the Pheasant Branch Dane County Parking Lot, 1.2 miles north of Century Ave. on Pheasant Branch Rd., unless instructed otherwise (fire number 4864).

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Excerpted from the Natural Door segment of Door County TODAY, these few minutes show what spectacular things a land trust can do for a community.

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Libertyville exec devotes thousands of acres in North Woods to conservation

Mincoqua Winter Park is now permanently protected! Once eyed by developers, the 3,195 acres that Aldridge and his wife, Carolyn, bought last year for $4.5 million is now protected by an agreement that spells out how the Northwoods Land Trust will limit its use. Northwoods is a nonprofit conservation organization in Eagle River, Wis., that works with land owners to preserve natural resources and provide stewardship of protected land.

» Full Article at Chicago Tribune

Red Cliff Chippewa in Wisconsin to open park to public

A Wisconsin tribe will become the first in the nation to open tribal land to the public, giving visitors a chance to enjoy nearly 89 acres of pristine forestland along the coast of Lake Superior. The Red Cliff Chippewa are creating Frog Bay Tribal National Park, an area flush with towering trees — hemlock, white pine, white spruce, balsam fir, yellow birch and white cedar. The park is expected to open in August.

» Full Article at Wausau Daily Herald

Mississippi Valley Conservancy Receives Eco-tourism Grant

Mississippi Valley Conservancy (MVC) has announced that it has received a grant from the Crawford County Community Fund to support their project "Creating a Stronger Community Through Eco-Tourism." Mississippi Valley Conservancy will use the Crawford County Community Fund grant to prepare the donated McDowell family property for public use.

» Full Article at The Vernon County Broadcaster

Public national park is a tribal first

In a first for the U.S., the Red Cliff Chippewa is creating Frog Bay Tribal National Park on nearly 89 acres of its reservation and opening the lakeshore property and its views of the Apostle Islands to the public. To ensure future protection of Frog Bay park, the Bayfield Regional Conservancy holds a conservation easement on the entire property that preserves its forest, beach and ravines by restricting subdivisions, logging and other development.

» Full Article at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Land Trust: Agreements will protect farmland

The Door County Land Trust announced this week that it has reached conservation easement agreements for the protection of parcels totaling 270 acres along Wisconsin 42 and 57 in the Southern Door towns of Brussels and Forestville. The agreements with the Joseph Binard family, owners of both properties, will preserve the land’s scenic and rural character far into the future, according to the announcement.

» Full Article at Door County Advocate

DNR Board Approves Plan for Three Wildlife Areas

The Natural Resources Board (DNR) met Dec. 13 and 14 in Madison. Nearly all of the board's agenda items were approved, including an item tabled at its October meeting so board members would have more time to review the documents and visit the properties.

» Full Article at Agri-View

7th Annual Maple Syrup Pancake Breakfast

Mt Ashwabay Ski Chalet 8:00AM - 11:00AM

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Ridges Sanctuary Guided Snowshow Hikes

Ridges’ Marshall Cabin (8288 Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor)
Snowshoeing is a great way to explore Door County in winter, and burn off some of those extra holiday calories. Starting on January 6, The Ridges Sanctuary in Baileys Harbor will sponsor weekly guided Snowshoe Hikes. Each Friday and Saturday in January and February, you can join a Ridges naturalist to explore the Sanctuary trails and learn about winter ecology and wildlife. Snowshoe hikes begin at 1:00 p.m. at the Ridges’ Marshall Cabin (8288 Hwy Q, Baileys Harbor). The hikes last about 90 minutes, and are geared toward beginning to intermediate snowshoers. Some loaner snowshoes are available; call ahead to reserve. If there is insufficient snow, we will hike without snowshoes. Cost is $5 for those with their own snowshoes, or $10 if using Ridges snowshoes. Children under 18 are free. Call the Ridges office at (920) 839-2802 for more information.

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Illinois couple makes biggest conservation easement ever donated to land trust

Ken and Carolyn Aldridge of Libertyville bought a 3,195 acre property for $4.5 million. The property will be dedicated December 29th at the Minocqua Winter Park. The easement has been donated to the Northwoods Land Trust. The land is adjacent to the Squirrel River Pines State Natural Area.

» Full Article at WTAQ

Couple donates conservation easement in Oneida County

The largest conservation easement ever donated to a Wisconsin land trust - encompassing 3,195 acres, or nearly 5 square miles - will forever protect popular cross-country ski and snowshoe trails, pristine natural shorelines along the Squirrel River and other waterways, and large blocks of pine forest in Oneida County, Northwoods Land Trust Executive Director Bryan Pierce announced Friday.

» Full Article at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Ozaukee County town must refund nonprofit’s taxes, judge rules

An Ozaukee County Circuit Court judge has ordered the Town of Belgium to refund more than $14,000 in property taxes it unlawfully collected from the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust. Tax exemption granted to nonprofit groups under state law applies to all property - land as well as buildings, equipment, fixtures, parking lots and other improvements - Ozaukee County Circuit Judge Sandy Williams said in a court order she signed Tuesday.

» Full Article at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Reading the Ridges II

The Link Gallery, Fish Creek, WI
Come out and enjoy The Ridges Sanctuary's invitational art show at The Link Gallery in Fish Creek, WI. The show will run for the entire month of July.

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a’Round for The Ridges

Alpine Golf Course, Egg Harbor, WI
For its 4th year, The Ridges will hold their summer fundraiser at the Alpine Golf Course in Egg Harbor. Everyone loves that blue course overlooking Green Bay! This 9-hole scramble will begin at 3PM.

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Take a hike with Bayfield Regional Conservancy along its historic Brownstone Trail.

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There's still time to join us! Through the Land Trust Excellence & Advancement Program, we've developed a mentoring program with our colleagues in Michigan to foster relationships and advance learning and sharing opportunities in the land trust community. We look forward to rolling out this new program for land trusts and hope you'll apply today.

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Ruth Sommers Walks Ice Age Trail

Ruth Sommers of Stevens Point celebrates walking the 1,096 miles of the Ice Age Trail. She completed her journey Nov. 13, 2011, on the Hemlock Creek Segment of the trail in Washburn County.

» Full Article at Wisconsin Rapids Tribune

DNR land could be sold to raise cash

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Secretary Cathy Stepp said Nov. 29 she would listen to a proposal to sell DNR-owned land as a way to infuse cash into the agency's budget. Speaking at the Dairy Business Association's Business Conference, Stepp responded affirmatively to a proposal by Emerald dairy farmer John Vrieze, who suggested that DBA members across the state should come up with a list of properties that are not environmentally sensitive that the DNR could sell and return to the tax roll.

» Full Article at The Country Today

Senate Holds Hearing on AB311

The Senate Natural Resources and Environment Committee held a public hearing on December 7 to hear comment on AB 311 (also known as the Sporting Heritage Bill). As we’ve reported, this bill has the potential to negatively impact the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

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Wisconsin Farm Bureau Calls for Elimination of the DNR’s Stewardship Program

At its 92nd annual meeting, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation delegates called for the elimination of the DNR's land-purchasing Stewardship Program.

» Full Article at Green Bay Press Gazette

Kishwauketoe Permanently Preserved from Development

A new agreement between the village of Williams Bay and the Geneva Lake Conservancy will permanently protect the Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. The measure assures that the 215-acre conservancy will not be subdivided or otherwise developed. The village purchased Kishwauketoe from private owners in 1990. The land consists of natural, undisturbed woodland, wetlands, prairies and trails for observation of birds, other wildlife and native plantings, according to a news release from the Geneva Lake Conservancy.

» Full Article at Walworth County Today

Williams Bay Nature Preserve Spared From Development

A new agreement between the village of Williams Bay and the Geneva Lake Conservancy will permanently protect the Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy. The measure assures that the 215-acre conservancy will not be subdivided or otherwise developed.

» Full Article at Gazette Xtra

Bill to Open State Parks to Hunting and Trapping Moves to the Senate

An amendment to the “Sportsman Heritage Bill” headed to the Senate would open all 48 state parks to hunting and trapping, unless the Department of Natural Resources Board voted to close a park or portions of it. It reverses the current management practice: state parks are closed to hunting unless the DNR board acts to open them for such activities.

» Full Article at Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Door County Land Trust’s Land Preservation Increased 50-plus Percent

The total number of acres protected by local, state and national land trusts increased by 27 percent between 2005 and 2010, according to the latest Census Report released by the Land Trust Alliance. According to Dan Burke, executive director of the Door County Land Trust (DCLT), the national rate of growth was matched and surpassed on a local level. “Since 2005, the number of acres permanently protected by the Door County Land Trust has increased by over 50 percent,” Burke said.

» Full Article at Door County Advocate

Stewardship ALERT:  Senate Hearing on AB 311

The Senate Natural Resources and Environment Committee will be holding a public hearing on AB 311 (also known as the Sporting Heritage Bill) on Wednesday, December 7th, at 11:00am. This legislation has the potential to negatively impact the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

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The Natural Heritage Land Trust Seeks Grant for Acquisition of Land

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. – The Natural Heritage Land Trust has applied for a 50 percent matching grant from the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program to assist with the purchase of 10.23 acres of land in the Town of New Haven in Adams County. The Natural Heritage Land Trust will provide a match to the grant award in the form of a federal North American Wetlands Conservation Act grant. .

» Full Article at Wisconsin DNR

Growing Power: NCAA honors WIll Allen, CEO of Growing Power, with Roosevelt Award

Will Allen, the CEO of Growing Power, Inc., has been awarded the Theodore Roosevelt award by the NCAA. Growing Power was started in Milwaukee, Wis., in 1993 as a national nonprofit organization and land trust supporting people from diverse backgrounds, and the environments in which they live, by helping to provide equal access to healthy, high-quality, safe and affordable food for people in all communities.

» Full Article at WisBusiness.com

The Prairie Enthusiasts Annual Prairie Conference and All-Chapter Banquet

UW-Stout Campus, Micheels and Jarvis Halls, Menomonie, WI
The theme "TPE at 25: the Journey to Preservation," celebrates the growth and successes of the organization since their incorporation in 1987. Stephen Packard, editor of "The Tallgrass Restoration Handbook", will be the keynote speaker. Packard is also the Director of the National Audubon Society in the Chicago region and was a major force in creating Nachusa Grasslands, which is comprised of 3000 acres of prairie remnants, restorations, and reconstructions. Following his opening presentation, concurrent sessions will cover such topics as: dragonflies and damselflies, ear training for birding, herbicides and invasives, and prairie/savanna research. There will also be ample time to see and catch up with new and old friends during the social mixer, followed by the annual all-chapter banquet. Conference registration begins at 8am, the concurrent sessions begin at 1:30pm, and the banquet will begin at 6pm. Registration for the conference is $60 for members, $85 for non-members, and $25 for students (before February 10th). Banquet tickets are $25 for members and $50 for non-members (before February 10th). Please see the web link for more details regarding this wonderful event!

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After over five years of hard work, Glacial Lakes Conservancy has acquired Grasshopper Hill Preserve.

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Conservancy Receives Work Truck

The Mississippi Valley Conservancy (MVC) in LaCrosse has received a Ford F-250 Super Duty truck for habitat work, thanks to the Dahl Family Foundation and many other donors.

» Full Article at WXOW LaCrosse

Frog Bay Protected under Conservancy, Tribe Agreement

The Bayfield Regional Conservancy and the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa closed on a land deal that will establish the Frog Bay Tribal National Park on a quarter mile of Lake Superior beach with views of five Apostle Islands.

» Full Article at Ashland Current

Community Foundation Funds Driftless Documentary

The La Crosse Community Foundation has awarded a $15,000 grant to the Mississippi Valley Conservancy to help create a video documentary on the driftless region.

» Full Article at LaCrosse Tribune