Our writing workshops were so popular in May, we’re continuing the series in June! The online writing workshops are held in partnership with Troy Hess, the founder of On the Yahara Writing Center. Each...
Photo Contest Winners Announced
FOPBC hosts an annual Photo Contest with students of the Middleton High School (MHS) photography classes. Art teacher, Holly Stoenner, stressed the importance of the photo contest when asked if it too would be...
Reed Canary Grass Control
This week contractors are spraying invasive reed canary grass in areas of the Conservancy where it has been choking out native wetland plants and degrading habitat for wildlife. They will post warning signs near...
On the Yahara Writing Center Workshops
The Friends are hosting free online writing workshops with Troy Hess, the founder of On the Yahara Writing Center. The online writing workshops will start Monday, May 11. Each class has a specific day and...
Nature Net provides more ways to connect children with nature during COVID-19
The Conservancy is a wonderful place to visit during these strange times. Would you like to find more ways to help the young people in your life connect with nature? Many other favorite...
2020 Prairie Chase is Now a Virtual Race
Given the unlikelihood of having large gatherings in Wisconsin by late June, we have decided to make the 2020 Prairie Chase a VIRTUAL RACE. We’ll be sharing more information soon as we firm up...
New Conservancy Wayfinding Map
Over the last several months the City of Middleton, in collaboration with Dane County Parks and the Friends, have developed a new wayfinding map for Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Wayfinding includes all the means by...
Tunes on Tuesday 2020 Updates
Due to the uncertainty around restrictions for gatherings in this unusual time, we decided to hold two Tunes on Tuesday events in August – 4th & 11th. Musicians Wanted – Sign up Here Calling...
Tips to Stay Safe Outside for COVID-19
During the pandemic, the Pheasant Branch Conservancy and Middleton parks and other outdoor areas are seeing heavy use as people seek fresh air, exercise and time in nature. There is concern that some are...
Spring/Summer Newsletter
View the Spring/Summer 2020 Newsletter Here In this issue we highlight ways to stay safe in the Conservancy with COVID-19 guidelines, explore the healing powers of nature, provide updates on events planned (and postponed)...