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Ice Age Trail Alliance Acquires Land to Grow in Manitowoc and Waupaca Counties
Two strategically located properties along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Waupaca and Manitowoc Counties will be protected.
Federal Judge Blocks Transmission Line’s Crossing Through Wildlife Refuge for Now
The ruling temporarily blocks a proposed land swap, preventing a controversial transmission line from crossing through a wildlife refuge.
NERR Designation Process in Green Bay Moving Forward
Door County Land Trust owns 425 acres that would be included in the reserve, planned for designation in spring 2025.
‘Dream Realized’ as Conservation Groups Add 1,000 Acres to Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge
The purchase of nearly 1,000 acres expands the Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge in southeast Wisconsin and northeast Illinois.
The Nature Conservancy in Wisconsin Protects More Land in Central Sands
The 308-acre acquisition represents an important opportunity to protect rare and declining bottomland hardwood forests in Adams County.
Town of Westport Awarded State Grant for Prized Conservation Property
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program grant will make up a large portion of the funding gap to complete the land acquisition.
North Central Conservancy Trust Earns National Accreditation
Recognized for its strong commitment to public trust and conservation excellence, North Central Conservancy Trust becomes nationally accredited.
Madison Audubon Becomes Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance
Madison Audubon moves forward with a new name: Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance.
Northwoods Land Trust Adds 6 Acres to Holmboe Conifer Forest
The addition expands the old growth forest, previously designated as a State Natural Area because of its ecological importance, to 38 acres.
Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Trailblazing Year Includes 15 Miles of New Trail
A successful trailbuilding season expands the Ice Age Trail to 698 miles of marked trail throughout the state.
Landmark Conservancy Expands Protected Area Along Namekagon Tributary
Two recent conservation easements will permanently preserve properties along Spring Lake Creek.
Door County Land Trust Protects Four More Sites To Wrap Up 2023
The land trust closes out the calendar year by opening its 15th nature preserve and completing three more conservation projects.