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The public is invited to attend two upcoming environmental impact meetings for projects affecting the Lakeshore Nature Preserve. We hope you can join the project planners and provide input. 1. Project: Lakeshore Nature Preserve Frautschi …

April is National Volunteer Month! Although we appreciate those who volunteer for the Lakeshore Nature Preserve all year, we celebrate them each spring in this newsletter. In 2023, 530 volunteers gave 2,176 hours of their …

For generations, the Lakeshore Nature Preserve has been a beloved spot for students, faculty, staff, and Madison residents. It’s a place where we’ve all created cherished memories, whether it’s hiking, bird watching, picnicking, or simply …

In Partnership with the UW 175th Anniversary Community Open House Sunday April 7 from Noon – 4pm, explore the Preserve with hands-on interactive learning stations for all ages. Learn about campus sustainability and the new …

There  are so many exciting things happening at the Lakeshore Nature Preserve! Read the March 2024 Preserve E-Newsletter to find out more. Included in this issue: Recognizing our 2023 volunteers and donors The Frautschi Center …

After 46 years of professionally working within the field of managing natural areas and nurturing the people-plant connection, Interim Director Laura Wyatt will celebrate her retirement in August. The UW is conducting a nationwide search …

By Jackie Sandberg The Biocore Bird Banding Observatory, which started in 2001, is an all-volunteer bird banding operation that monitors bird populations in the Lakeshore Nature Preserve. The Observatory is a permitted research project through …

Are you a student looking for full-time summer employment? Are you majoring in a conservation or ecology related field and looking for hands-on experience? The Lakeshore Nature Preserve is now hiring summer natural area assistants! …

With a generous gift from Jerry Frautschi, a new visitor and education center will create increased access for all visitors, provide safer pedestrian crossing and entry to the parking area off University Bay Drive and serve as the new “front door” for visitors to begin their journey.

Here is a link to the latest Lakeshore Nature Preserve E-Newsletter with stories and information on the Student Engagement Grants (proposals due March 1), new Picnic Point firewood racks, land management updates, and more.