Tree planting and protection in the campground and use area to replace ash trees.
.25 acres protected
15 trees planted
58 volunteer hours
Installing native plantings at a degraded site along the Gateway Trail.
0.33 acres of invasives removed
9 trees planted
94.5 volunteer hours
Engaging local youth to re-seed drought-afflicted parts of the Gitchi-Gami Trail. This project has been extended due to scheduling conflicts, and will conclude in May 2024.
1 mile of trail restored to native vegetation
208 volunteer hours
Planting spring ephemerals to create habitat for the endangered Rusty Patched Bumblebee.
2 trees planted
147 shrubs and forbs planted
.25 acres restored
213 volunteer hours
Thank you and congratulations to the four Friends Groups who implemented habitat restoration projects in 2023. Their hard work and dedication for their parks and trails is evident! The land, wildlife, and human visitors truly benefit from their steadfast investment.