Deepening Our Commitment to Leave No Trace
WisCorps expands its Leave No Trace training with two Level 2 Trainers, offering Level 1 certifications to AmeriCorps members starting in 2026. Additionally, WisCorps plans to expand LNT opportunities to the community by working with existing partners and forging new ones. In Spring 2025, they will be leading a workshop at the Ice Age Trail Alliance Annual Conference, introducing LNT concepts to beginner hikers exploring Wisconsin’s unique landscapes.
A Small Village with a Big Personality
WisCorps partnered with the Village of Mazomanie to take on a new challenge: restoring the Bluff Trail system. After an on-site assessment revealed steep, eroded sections and outdated routes, the team designed a custom, multi-week plan focused on trail reroutes, structural improvements, brushing, and sustainable techniques like c-steps—reimagining the trail for long-term use and accessibility.
“This Is My Swamp”: A Day in the Field With Our Upham Woods Individual Placement
During a wetland field trip at Upham Woods, WisCorps’ Individual Placement guided students through pond sampling, species identification, and conversations about conservation. This immersive environmental education experience helped young learners understand wetland health, biodiversity, and the impact of community science.
Stream to Stream: A Reflection on Restoration
Previous Crew Leader Silas Patten reflects on his time with WisCorps and how the projects he worked inspired him into the work he’s doing today.
Leave No Trace Theater Proudly Prevents
On behalf of the La Crosse Adventure Film Festival, WisCorps partnered with the Mississippi Valley Conservancy to host the “Leave No Trace Work Party” community event.
Expanding Our Skills to Better Serve the Outdoor Community
WisCorps is proud to announce that our Operations & Training Manager, David Wastart, recently completed his Wilderness First Responder (WFR) re-certification, finishing the in-person portion of the Hybrid WFR course held in the Twin Cities last week.
Making an Impact and Leaving No Trace
Administrative Manager & Leave No Trace Master Educator, Kristy Brown shares how to make conservation impacts and Leave No Trace.
FSPA Strengthens Climate Resilience in the Driftless Area
FSPA’s Land Sustainability Coordinator, Siena Muehlfeld leads the WisCorps Individual Placement Service Day focusing on removing invasives.
Life on The Road: A Reflection
WisCorps Crew Leader, Beth DeFoe reflects on their 2024 Crew Season as an experience that’s attributed to their life-long friendship with the outdoors.
Making an Impact through Sustainable Urban Design
Written by Leo Strand, Sustainability Coordinator for the City of La Crosse. 2024-2025 WisCorps Individual Placement.
Technology Grant Introduces FieldGuide
FieldGuide, a customized handbook app was funded by the Paul E. Stry Technology Grant.
One of My Best Decisions Yet
Written by Silas Patten, WisCorps Crew Leader 2024
Why WisCorps Rebranded
Written by Paige Manges, Central Conservation’s Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Answer the Call to Serve
Written by Emily Post, Central Conservation’s Director of Administration & AmeriCorps