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Meet the New Director of Projects Amy Lentz

Amy Lentz joins the LNRP team with 8 years of experience in non-profit work, primarily in Milwaukee County. Those positions focused on environmental education, youth mentorship, and science communications, as well as political organizing. She has a M.S from UW- Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences and a B.S from UW-Madison in Environmental Science and History.

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LNRP Releases Case Statement Brochure on 20th Anniversary

Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) Case Statement Brochure describes the organization's work in conserving and protecting the land and waters of the Lakeshore Basin. LNRP has been active in the region for 20 years, building relationships and working with a diverse team of partners to improve water quality and restore land. To date, LNRP has also received over $2.1 million in grant funding and monitored 235 miles of shoreline. The document highlights the importance of the LNRP's work and encourages readers to support the organization.

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Press Release | Barn Dance 2022

CLEVELAND, WIS. – Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) will be hosting its 11th Annual Barn Dance on Saturday, September 17th at the historic Saxon Homestead Farm (15621 S. Union Road in Cleveland). This unique event offers an opportunity for LNRP partners, stakeholders, and community residents to gather and celebrate another year of inspiring water and land conservation impact. It also serves as an important fundraiser in support of LNRP’s critical mission.

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Lake Michigan Conservation Heroes Receive Award

Port Washington, WI – The Niagara Escarpment Resource Network (NERN), a proud Partner of Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP), was recently awarded a $50,000 grant from the David L. and Rita E. Nelson Family Fund to help advance its vision of establishing a formal geotourism program along the 200+ mile-long Niagara Escarpment corridor in Wisconsin. The announcement was made by Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region President and CEO Curt Detjen, who noted that the funding will assist NERN in launching and sustaining the WI LEDGE Geotourism Program as a dedicated source of travel, natural area, recreation, and cultural information about the Niagara Escarpment. Read More…

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Welcome LNRP's New Director of Partnerships and Programs

In November, our LNRP Team welcomed Natalie Dorrler-Hyde as our new Director of Partnerships and Programs! Natalie joined LNRP after over a decade of experience working in environmental and conservation organizations throughout Wisconsin and beyond. Her roles have ranged from interpretive education and land management to administration and fundraising – and her impact in those roles has been impressive…

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NERN Secures Nelson Family Fund Grant to Advance WI LEDGE Geotourism Program

Port Washington, WI – The Niagara Escarpment Resource Network (NERN), a proud Partner of Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP), was recently awarded a $50,000 grant from the David L. and Rita E. Nelson Family Fund to help advance its vision of establishing a formal geotourism program along the 200+ mile-long Niagara Escarpment corridor in Wisconsin. The announcement was made by Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region President and CEO Curt Detjen, who noted that the funding will assist NERN in launching and sustaining the WI LEDGE Geotourism Program as a dedicated source of travel, natural area, recreation, and cultural information about the Niagara Escarpment. Read More…

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Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership announces brand initiative collaboration with Vagabond Creative as part of 20th Anniversary strategic plan

Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) announced the launch of a new brand initiative collaboration with Vagabond Creative Studio of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Vagabond Creative is a multi-disciplinary, collaborative team focused upon creating mindful communication through branding, video and design….

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ROOTS Honored with Project Partnership Award in Urban Forestry

This week, the Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council announced awards honoring those dedicated to protecting, preserving, and increasing the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks, and beautify neighborhoods throughout Wisconsin. Restoration of our Trees Sheboygan (ROOTS) has been awarded the Project Partnership Award in Urban Forestry, which recognizes outstanding projects utilizing partnerships to benefit our urban forests. It is an honor to receive this distinguished award and would not be possible without the dedicated work of all our partners!

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Wisconsin Green Tier Legacy Communities

What is Wisconsin’s Green Tier Legacy Communities program, and why should we want to know?

Green Tier Legacy Communities is a forward-looking, cost-saving approach to good environmental management and sustainability, offered by Wisconsin’s Department of Natural Resources since 2010. Egg Harbor, Ephraim, the Town of Gibraltar and Door County are all Green Tier participants. Other county communities are exploring the program’s advantages with a view to signing up…

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Collaborative North Point Bluff Restoration Project Work Continues

Although slowed by the collective response to COVID-19, the critical restoration work at North Point Bluff Park in the City of Sheboygan continues. Lakeshore Natural Resources Partnership (LNRP) has been collaborating with the City of Sheboygan, Friends of North Point, Sheboygan River Basin Partnership, and Stantec Consulting Services on the project.

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LNRP and GBCP Formalize Collaborative Relationship with Aim of Broader Regional Impact

Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Green Bay Conservation Partners (GBCP). The two organizations, which share similar goals, have agreed to establish a formal collaboration, according to leadership of both organizations.

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LNRP Updates Covid-19 Policy

Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) fully supports this course of action by the Governor and his Administration. Accordingly, effective immediately, we extend our previous suspension all planned workshops, seminars, and collaborator meetings to be held indoors to now include all planned events, activities, and gatherings to be held outdoors as well.

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