Join us on Saturday, November 8, 2025, for Living Ledge-nds an event hosted by Niagara Escarpment Resource Network (NERN) and Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP). The Living Ledge-ends: Driving Our Missions Forward Fundraiser will be hosted at the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Fox Club in Appleton.
Read MoreWhen I first started at LNRP, it was the organization’s 20 year anniversary. What a special time to be onboarded as staff, volunteers, board and community members were considering not only what the organization should strive for in the future, but taking precious time to reflect on the accomplishments of the past…
Read MoreSummer flew by in the blink of an eye! Despite the heat and rain, LNRP’s partner groups continued to bring communities together through both beloved traditions and exciting new initiatives. Partners hosted favorite annual events.
Read MoreIn June, Friends of the Manitowoc River Watershed hosted their first-ever Watershed Cleanup Weekend, and it was a great success! As a first-year event, the weekend provided not only a valuable impact but also key takeaways to guide future cleanups.
Read MoreThis summer, LNRP is continuing work along the Lake Michigan shoreline, supporting two communities, Two Rivers and Sheboygan, through a growing partnership with the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI). This collaboration falls under the Coastal Resiliency Community Impact Project (CRCIP), which provides “staff on loan” to assist small and mid-sized municipalities in navigating shoreline resilience projects…
Read MoreAt a recent presentation, an audience member shared a phrase that really resonated with me: “We all have a water story”. During these first few months of 2025, I’ve been reflecting on the many water stories I had the privilege of experiencing in 2024.
Read MoreJoin us on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Lake Michigan Day in Manitowoc for a day of insight and inspiration featuring keynote speakers Nancy Retana, Yesi Perez, and Steven Hunter, along with panels and lightning talks from regional leaders in conservation, climate resilience, and community action.
Read MoreLNRP and Lake Michigan Stakeholders are proud to announce the 2025 Lake Michigan Champions of Conservation. These awards honor individuals and organizations whose work goes above and beyond in restoring, protecting, and enhancing the Lake Michigan Basin. This year’s five Champions—Sarah Dezwarte, Emily Wood, David Miller, Amy Carrozzino-Lyon, and Mayor Ryan Sorenson—exemplify leadership, innovation, and dedication to community-centered environmental stewardship. Join us on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Lake Michigan Day in Manitowoc to celebrate their achievements.
Read MoreJoin us for Lake Michigan Day 2025 on August 8 at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum!
Celebrate our Great Lake with lightning talks, conservation awards, and inspiring discussions. Connect with leaders and advocates working to protect the Lake Michigan Basin and beyond. Full details coming soon!
This past year has been one of growth, collaboration, and continued dedication to our mission of fostering cleaner waters, healthier ecosystems, and more vibrant communities across Wisconsin’s lakeshore region. Through the incredible efforts of our Partner Groups, volunteers, staff, and supporters, we have expanded conservation initiatives, secured funding for vital environmental projects, and strengthened our capacity to drive meaningful change.
Read MoreIn 2023, Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) and Restoration of Our Trees Sheboygan (ROOTS) launched a collaborative effort to restore the tree canopy across Sheboygan Area School District (SASD) campuses. With funding support from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) Urban Forestry Program, this initiative aims to replace over 300 ash trees lost to the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) infestation and create vibrant, green spaces for students and the community.
Read MoreThe City of Kewaunee is embarking on an ambitious effort to restore the Marshland Walk, a beloved city-owned boardwalk that was severely damaged by flooding in 2020. This project is not just about rebuilding infrastructure; it represents a broader commitment to ecosystem restoration, community access to nature, and long-term coastal resilience. Through our Coastal Resilience Community Impact Project (CRCIP), Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) is playing a key role in helping the City navigate the funding, planning, and implementation of this effort.
Read MoreAt a recent presentation, an audience member shared a phrase that really resonated with me: “We all have a water story”. During these first few months of 2025, I’ve been reflecting on the many water stories I had the privilege of experiencing in 2024.
Read MoreLakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) has teamed up with Dr. Ryan Newton and his undergraduate capstone students at UW-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Science (SFS) to support the ongoing restoration of the Valley Creek Corridor in Port Washington. Throughout 2024, Dr. Newton’s students have acted as a small consulting team, tasked with gathering and analyzing stream data to inform both the restoration process and future research opportunities.
Read MoreLakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) is thrilled to share some exciting updates about our ongoing collaboration with the City of Algoma and our Partner Group, Friends of Crescent Beach, to restore and enhance Olson Park. Thanks to a $283,000 Sustain Our Great Lakes grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, this long-anticipated project is moving forward!
Read MoreThe Climate Change Coalition of Door County (CCCDC) is thrilled to announce they have received a $120,150 grant from the Daybreak Fund to support the Boreal & Temperate Mesic Forest Climate Survivability Project. This three-year initiative is in partnership with The Ridges Sanctuary and Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) and will study the adaptability of tree species in various habitats to ensure the long-term success of reforestation efforts in order to increase climate mitigation, climate resilience, carbon sequestration, water protection, and biodiversity. This project will be guided and informed by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Forest Ecology, and will work in tandem with the Door County Big Plant and its conservation-leader partners.
Read MoreThe Sheboygan River Basin Partnership (SRBP), a Partner Group of Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP), has a longstanding commitment to cultivating community partnerships that promote stewardship and sound decision-making for a healthier Sheboygan River Basin. This year, SRBP has renewed its focus on expanding public engagement through new and existing collaborations, furthering its mission to engage the community in meaningful conservation action.
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