News
CLCF’s 2024-2028 Strategic Plan
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CLCF is excited to introduce its 2024-2028 Strategic Plan! It Is a fantastic time for land protection in the Cedar Lakes region. This plan details…
The Ziegler Conservation Easements
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On October 6, 2025, CLCF helped protect 35 acres of land off County Road Z through two donated conservation easements. CLCF is incredibly grateful to…
The Dornacker Conservation Easement
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On September 17, 2025, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) reached an exciting milestone with the protection of the 67-acre Dornacker Property Conservation Easement. Owned…
Construction Update!
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During the week of October 20 through 24, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) has been working with Washington County Conservation Staff to construct three…
Ice Age National Scenic Trail on Hembel-Lidington
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The Ice Age National Scenic Trail winds through Wisconsin’s glacial landscapes, offering hikers a look at the state’s unique natural history. Tracing the terminal moraine…
CLCF’s Fourth Annual Race for Open Space
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The Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) extends a big thank you to everyone who joined us for the Fourth Annual Race for Open Space on…
2025 Kayak and Pontoon Boat Tour
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On Saturday, June 14, CLCF held its Annual Kayak and Pontoon Tour on Silver Lake. It was a beautiful day to be outside on the…
Executive Director Sabbatical
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From Executive Director, Linda Mutschler Back in December 2016, while serving on CLCF’s Board, I volunteered to step in as Interim Project Manager to help…
Dornacker Prairie Acres Farm Tour
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On April 17, 2025, CLCF’s Nature Series hosted a Farm Tour at Dornacker Prairie Acres in West Bend, WI. It was a beautiful morning with…
CLCF Nature Series: Kirk Johnson
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On Thursday, April 10, 2025, CLCF launched its 2025 Nature Series with an evening featuring Kirk Johnson, paleobotanist, geologist, and Director of the Smithsonian’s National…
CLCF Attends Knowles-Nelson Lobby Day & Wisconsin Land Trust Conference
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In mid-March, CLCF staff had the wonderful opportunity to attend the Knowles-Nelson Lobby Day and the Wisconsin Land Trust Conference in Madison, WI. A huge…
CLCF’s Spring Store
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CLCF’s Spring Store is now open until Monday, March 31st! Whether you’re looking for stylish apparel for women, men, or youth, we’ve got something for…
The Thoma Preserve Capstone Project
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Significant progress is underway at CLCF’s Thoma Preserve as part of the ongoing Capstone Project, which aims to manage invasive species on the property. Since…
2025 Snowshoe Shuffle
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On Saturday, February 8th, 2025, CLCF held its Annual Snowshoe Shuffle and Chili Social at the West Bend Country Club. This year’s event featured a…
CLCF’s 2024 Annual Meeting
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CLCF’s Annual Meeting was held on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Thank you to everyone who attended in person or online to review the year! It…
Annual History Talk
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended CLCF’s Annual History Talk at the West Bend Country Club on October 17, 2024. This year’s event…
CLCF’s Third Annual Race for Open Space
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Thank you to everyone who participated in the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation’s (CLCF’s) Third Annual Race for Open Space on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at…
Protection of the Owen Property
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On September 20, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) completed the purchase of the 40-acre Owen Property, which lies south of the Town of West…
Protection of the Weninger Property
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On August 23, 2024, CLCF closed on the purchase of the 32-acre Weninger Property from the Jack E. and Catherine M. Weninger Revocable Living Trust….
Protection of the Burkepile Property
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On July 30, 2024, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) closed on the purchase of the 62-acre Burkepile property, which lies just west of Scenic…
