# Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy

> The Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy is a non\-profit organization based in Middleton, WI, that helps restore, protect, and promote the Conservancy\.

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## Pages
- [Prairie Chase Run/Walk](https://pheasantbranch.org/prairie-chase-run-walk/): Join us for the annual Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Prairie Chase Run \& Walk, traditionally held on the last Saturday in June\.
- [Become an Annual Member](https://pheasantbranch.org/member/): Your contributions of time and money ensure that the Friends can continue our important work in the community\. 
- [Newsletter Archive](https://pheasantbranch.org/newsletter-archive/): Read the latest newsletters from the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy\.
- [Thank you for sharing your photo\!](https://pheasantbranch.org/thank-you-for-sharing-your-photo/): Thank you for your support of the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy\!


- [Accessibility](https://pheasantbranch.org/accessibility/): Read the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy's statement on accessibility below\.

## Posts
- [Marshall Boats, Friends Partner for Paddling Event on Pheasant Branch Creek](https://pheasantbranch.org/marshall-boats-friends-partner-for-paddling-event-on-pheasant-branch-creek/): Friends members recently participated in a fun kayaking event on Pheasant Branch Creek with Marshall Boats
- [The Benefits of Using Native Plants \& Rain Gardens](https://pheasantbranch.org/the-benefits-of-using-native-plants-rain-gardens/): Two recent workshops showed residents how rain gardens and “going native” with plantings can help their yards and the community\.
- [Dairy Farm Restored to Prairie](https://pheasantbranch.org/dairy-farm-restored-to-prairie/): The 160\-acre property was acquired to provide additional recreational opportunities and wildlife habitat and to reduce runoff in the Pheasant Branch watershed\.
- [Graber Pond Outlet Structure](https://pheasantbranch.org/graber-pond-outlet-structure-spotlight/): Middleton’s Water Resources Management Commission is evaluating alternatives for an outlet structure on Graber Pond to address downstream flood risks\.

- [Critical Issues for the Watershed](https://pheasantbranch.org/critical-issues-for-the-watershed/): The primary threats to both water quantity and quality in the Pheasant Branch Creek Watershed stem from agricultural runoff and urban development\.


## Events
- [Friends of Urban Nature \(FUN\) Bird and Nature Adventure: Insect Super\-Powers](https://pheasantbranch.org/event/friends-of-urban-nature-fun-2/): Don't miss these free, family\-friendly events held on the fourth Saturday of every month at Pheasant Branch Conservancy in Middleton\.
- [Conservancy Days: Prairies and Rain Forests with Paul Ludden](https://pheasantbranch.org/event/conservancy-days-prairies-and-rain-forests-with-paul-ludden/): Conservancy Days are held bimonthly at the Middleton Public Library and cover a variety of topics related to Pheasant Branch\.
- [Celebrate National Public Lands Day at REI](https://pheasantbranch.org/event/celebrate-national-public-lands-day-at-rei/)
- [Seed Collection](https://pheasantbranch.org/event/seed-collection-8/)
- [Seed Collection](https://pheasantbranch.org/event/seed-collection-7/)

## Members
- [Tim Hansel](https://pheasantbranch.org/members/tim-hansel/)
- [Mary Russell](https://pheasantbranch.org/members/mary-russell/)
- [Lexy Dorzweiler](https://pheasantbranch.org/members/lexy-dorzweiler/)
- [Liz Stanley](https://pheasantbranch.org/members/liz-stanley/)
- [Ken Wiesner](https://pheasantbranch.org/members/ken-wiesner/)

## Committees
- [Restoration \& Management Committee](https://pheasantbranch.org/committees/restoration-management-committee/): The Restoration \& Management Committee oversees anything that impacts the Conservancy like invasive species removal, restoration projects \& more\.
- [Education Committee](https://pheasantbranch.org/committees/education-committee/): The Education Committee manages programs and activities for students and adults, including field trips and Conservancy Days talks\.
- [Watershed Committee](https://pheasantbranch.org/committees/watershed-committee/): The Watershed Committee focuses on the issues that impact the Pheasant Branch Watershed and works with partners to support its overall health\.
- [Development \& Marketing Committee](https://pheasantbranch.org/committees/development-marketing-committee/): The committee coordinates annual membership campaigns and other fundraising programs and oversees marketing initiatives for the Friends\.
- [Accessibility \& Use Committee](https://pheasantbranch.org/committees/accessibility-and-use-committee/): The committee advises the board on accessibility and use issues related to the Conservancy and oversees programs like the annual Prairie Chase Run\.

## Things to See \& Do
- [Biking](https://pheasantbranch.org/things-to-see-and-do/biking/): Voted Madison’s best trail, Pheasant Branch welcomes cyclists on designated limestone paths\. Ride courteously, watch your speed, and protect the Conservancy\!
- [Birds](https://pheasantbranch.org/things-to-see-and-do/birdwatching/): Keep your eyes peeled for abundant bird species at Pheasant Branch Conservancy, one of the top birdwatching spots in southern Wisconsin\.
- [Animals \& Insects](https://pheasantbranch.org/things-to-see-and-do/animals-insects/): Discover the Conservancy’s smaller fauna\! Explore Tom Klein’s guide to local insects, reptiles, and amphibians to uncover hidden diversity in the park\.
- [Listening Trail](https://pheasantbranch.org/things-to-see-and-do/listening-trail/): Explore the Listening Trail\! Listen to experts, community members, and Ho\-Chunk voices share the Conservancy's rich ecology, history, and restoration efforts\.
- [Hiking \& Running](https://pheasantbranch.org/things-to-see-and-do/hiking-running/): Voted Madison’s best, Pheasant Branch Conservancy offers scenic 3\-mile accessible paths and rugged foot trails\. Enjoy nature responsibly—stay on trail\!

## Points of Interest
- [Pheasant Branch Creek](https://pheasantbranch.org/points-of-interest/pheasant-branch-creek/): Pheasant Branch Creek collects water from the Pheasant Branch Watershed before moving through the Conservancy and into Lake Mendota\.
- [Homestead Site](https://pheasantbranch.org/points-of-interest/homestead-site/): Take in vews of the Conservancy's marsh at this former farmstead at the base of Pheasant Branch Hill\.
- [Shannon Prairie](https://pheasantbranch.org/points-of-interest/shannon-prairie/): This 52\-acre parcel was established in 2003 and is an important example of mid\-slope mesic prairie\.
- [Saban's Viewpoint](https://pheasantbranch.org/points-of-interest/sabans-viewpoint/): Enjoy views of Pheasant Branch Hill and the creek from this scenic spot in the southeastern part of the Conservancy\.
- [Propagation Garden](https://pheasantbranch.org/points-of-interest/propagation-garden/): The Propagation Garden is used to grow seed stock of important native species for prairie restoration throughout Dane County\.

## Categories
- [Watershed Committee](https://pheasantbranch.org/category/committees/watershed-committee/)
- [Friends](https://pheasantbranch.org/category/friends/)
- [Winter Activities](https://pheasantbranch.org/category/activities/winter-activities/)
- [Uncategorized](https://pheasantbranch.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [Trees, Plants \& Flowers](https://pheasantbranch.org/category/activities/trees-plants-flowers/)

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