From Bluffs to Great Lakes Shores

This year, you can make a difference with a special gift to the Bluffs to Great Lake Shores Campaign. Support the heart of our conservation mission by helping us build a permanent endowment fund for the Foundation, the Evergreen Fund.

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We believe that nature has inherent value and that people have the ability to make a difference. We are the bridge connecting people who want to help with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact on Wisconsin’s lands, waters, wildlife, and future stewards.

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Experience Nature

This year we are celebrating 25 years of Field Trips! Join us as we explore our natural world here in Wisconsin and around the globe.

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NRF members are people who share a passion for our lands, waters, and wildlife. Join our community of more than 4,000 members.

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How do we make a difference?

The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin provides sustainable funding for Wisconsin’s most imperiled species and public lands, while connecting generations to the wonders of Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife through conservation, education, engagement and giving.

Your support goes to on-the-ground conservation projects, environmental education, and ensuring that NRF and our many partners in conservation will be here, caring for the land you love, for generations to come.

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Stories of impact

Exploring the Canyonlands of the Southwest

The southwest is home to some of America’s most iconic landscapes, as well as several stunning national parks. In March 2020, we will be travelling to Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, and Monument Valley Navajo Park with professional naturalist Paul Regnier and professional geologist Dr. Roger Kuhns.

Foundation director moving on to new adventures

After seven incredible years Ruth Oppedahl has decided to step down as Executive Director of the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin.

Hundreds of ‘Birdathonners’ Raise Funds for Bird Conservation Efforts in Wisconsin

The Great Wisconsin Birdathon is one of the most popular “bird-a-thon” style fundraisers in the nation, bringing in over $400,000 since it was created in 2012 to raise funds for bird protection efforts for Wisconsin birds.