Reauthorization for Knowles Nelson Takes All of Us and More

Friends,

One of Wisconsin’s beloved funding programs may be decided at any moment.

The reauthorization of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program reduces with each passing day. While extending the program is critical, how it is reauthorized matters just as much as if it is reauthorized.

This is not simply about keeping the program alive for another set of years.
It is about ensuring the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program remains strong, effective, and properly funded to meet the real needs of Wisconsin’s parks, forests, trails, and recreational areas.

While commonly used for land acquisition, the program has done wonders for the management of Wisconsin's parks, forests, trails, recreational and natural areas.

What has Knowles-Nelson Done for Friends' Groups and Properties?

Supported over 1,800 projects
Provided nearly $240 million in these projects. Completing maintenance and construction, preservation, conservation, and education.
All within 118 parks, forests, trails, recreation areas.

Learn More About Knowles Nelson Here

These grants are not abstract policy—they are trail repairs, habitat restorations, and visitor improvements happening in the very places you champion and care for.

Right now, we do not know when reauthorization will come before the Assembly floor.
It could happen any day.

That uncertainty makes one thing clear: the time to act is now.

We urgently need you to reach out to your state legislators—both your Assembly Representative and your Senator—to talk about the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program in meaningful detail.

What projects have been completed
How Stewardship grants have improved the places you love
Why a robustly funded program is essential for responsible land management

Ask them not just to reauthorize Knowles-Nelson—but to do it right.

A weak or underfunded extension will not meet the current issues Wisconsin’s parks lands are facing.

Link to Resources

Find Your Legislator

Our parks, forests, trails, and natural areas are facing increasing use, aging infrastructure, and growing stewardship needs. Knowles-Nelson must be equipped to meet those challenges—not diminished when it is needed most.

Your voice matters. Your story matters.
And your advocacy can make the difference.

Please take time to contact your elected officials and stand up for the future of Wisconsin’s outdoor legacy. Right now.

Together, we can ensure the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program remains a strong, lasting investment in the lands that connect us all.

With Gratitude and Urgency,

Seth Taft, Executive Director
Friends of Wisconsin State Parks

E: execdir@fwsp.org
P: (608) 294-0810
www.fwsp.org

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