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Munch & Learn: Gary Britton

Thank you to those who were able to join us for CLCF’s Munch & Learn featuring Gary Britton on Tuesday, May 7! It was an…

Protection of the Hassinger Farm

On Tuesday, April 30, 2024, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) purchased two farmland parcels totaling 34.2 acres off of Pleasant Valley Road in the…

CLCF Nature Series: Putting the Kibosh on Extinction – the Power of Birds

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us yesterday for CLCF’s Nature Series Presentation at the West Bend Country Club. It was great…

2024 Arbor Day

Thank you to all of CLCF’s amazing volunteers who helped out with our Arbor Day Tree Tube Workday on Friday, April 26, 2024! On Arbor…

CLCF is Hiring!

CLCF is seeking an Office Manager! Are you passionate about fostering connections between people and nature? Do you possess experience with office operations and a…

2024 Après Nordic Ski Social

It was great to see everyone who joined us on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, for CLCF’s Après Nordic Ski Social! It was a spectacular afternoon…

2024 Snowshoe Shuffle

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for CLCF’s Snowshoe Shuffle on Saturday, February 24th! It was an enjoyable event filled with good…

CLCF 50th Anniversary Webstore is Now Open!

CLCF’s online store is now open with new items and your favorite selections with the special edition “50th Anniversary” logo. Orders are sent directly to…

Following the Water: From Gilbert Lake to the Fehring Farm

In 2024, CLCF will celebrate 50 years of land conservation in the Cedar Lakes region. We couldn’t have gotten here without your support. Thank You!

CLCF’s Annual Meeting

Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation’s Annual Meeting was held on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Many thanks to everyone who was able to attend in person or…

CLCF’s 2024-2028 Strategic Plan

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…

Protection of the Ihlenfeld Acres Farm

On October 23, 2023, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) closed on an agricultural land easement on 44 acres of the Ihlenfeld farm located on…

Bernhard C. Ziegler: Farmer, Entrepreneur, Civic Leader, and his role in the History of West Bend and Washington County

Thursday, October 18, 2023 What a lovely evening to gather for CLCF’s Annual History talk and learn all about Bernhard C. Ziegler at the West…

A Gift from Cedar Community

On August 28, 2023, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) received the gift of a conservation easement on 100 acres of pristine woodland, prairie and…

Race for Open Space

Sunday, October 15, 2023 CLCF was incredibly lucky to have the rain stop before this year’s Race for Open Space on October 15, 2023 at…

CLCF Nature Series – Conservation in a Changing World: Monarch Butterflies

Thursday, September 14. 2023 Thank you to everyone who attended the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation’s (CLCF) last Nature Series event of 2023. CLCF is incredibly…

CLCF Nature Series – West Bend Mutual Insurance Company’s Private Prairie Tour

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 Wednesday was a beautiful day to walk the private prairie at the West Bend Mutual Insurance Company. 56 friends gathered for…

2023 Annual Kayak Tour

Saturday, June 17, 2023 Thank you so much for attending the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF) Annual Kayak and Pontoon Tour this past Saturday on…

CLCF Nature Series – Kiss the Ground Screening

Thursday, May 18, 2023 What an evening! Thank you to everyone who attended the screening of Kiss the Ground, a documentary that discusses regenerative soil…

2023 Arbor Day Planting

Thank you for all those who volunteered on Arbor Day, April 28, for the tree planting at Rolf’s Property! This Arbor Day, CLCF Staff and…

CLCF Nature Series – Sunset Serenade: Wisconsin Frogs

Saturday, April 22, 2023 A huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Earth Day at the Town of West Bend Town Hall…