The southernmost boreal forest in North America
Baileys Harbor Boreal Forest and Wetlands State Natural Area is a small but very special stretch of land, home to many rare species.
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A Force for Conservation: The WisConservation Corps
WisConservation Corps helped protect State Natural Areas and launched the careers of Wisconsin’s next generation of conservation leaders.
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Wisconsin’s Public Lands Put on a Show After Dark
Jeff Pfaller shares why darkness is essential—for wildlife, ecosystems, and our deep human connection to the night sky of Wisconsin.
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Then and Now: Building belonging through accessibility funding
Over the years, accessibility in the outdoors has grown across Wisconsin, helping more people find belonging in outdoor spaces.
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2026 Birdathon Report and Bird Protection Fund grants
The 2026 Great Wisconsin Birdathon Report is here! This year, our birders raised a record-breaking amount of funds for bird conservation.
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Middle School on the Marsh: Outdoor Experiential Learning
Kohler Middle School science teacher Nicole Nevers organized a class trip to the Sheboygan marsh, thanks to NRF’s Go Outside Fund. There, students learned about wetland ecology, canoeing, and the importance of freshwater ecosystems.
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Under Control: Burning Lakeshore State Park
Lakeshore State Park underwent its first-ever prescribed burn in April 2025, a milestone project supported by the Foundation.
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Lessons from the Diversity in Conservation Internship Program
Jamie Kollman, DICI ’24 alum, reflects on her internship experience and new role as summer communications intern!
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Metamorphosis: Inmates saving monarchs find purpose and hope
At Redgranite Correctional Institution, inmates are saving monarchs and finding a renewed sense of meaning and connection.
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The Fox River Cleanup, A Battle Against Decades of Pollution
The Fox River experienced severe contamination for 20 years from PCBs before a project to clean up the river began in 2004, supported by NRF.
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