DNR's Conservation Fund Reaches Major Milestone

Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 -- 8:00 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) A Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources conservation fund hits a major milestone.

According to the Wisconsin Radio Network, the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund has raised over $3 million since being created by the State Legislature in 2013.

The fund provides a permanent source of funding for habitat improvement and ecological restoration across the state at places like state parks, trails, and recreation areas.

For every $1 million in the endowment, approximately $50,000 per year is distributed for land stewardship. You can learn more about the fund by visiting the DNR’s website.

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