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Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program
What's New?
Passage of 07-09 Biennial Budget (2007 Wis. Act 20 [exit DNR] (see pp. 280-287)) included the reauthorization of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. As a result, the Stewardship Program will continue through June 30, 2020 with an annual budget of $86 million beginning July 1, 2010.
The Wisconsin Legislature created the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program (Stewardship) in 1989 to preserve valuable natural areas and wildlife habitat, protect water quality and fisheries, and expand opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Named for two of Wisconsin's most revered conservation leaders, Warren Knowles (Governor 1965-1971) and Gaylord Nelson (Governor 1959-1963, U.S. Senator 1964-1981), the program has been an outstanding success. Perhaps we can provide no greater gift to the citizens of the 21st century for the places we save today will be a permanent and lasting investment in their future. We invite you to join in this endeavor.
The conservation and recreation goals of the Stewardship Program are achieved through the acquisition of land and easements, development of recreational facilities, and restoration of wildlife habitat.
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