We are reaching out to kindly request your assistance in conserving the habitat and wildlife at Patrick Marsh.

Recently, there has been unauthorized mowing of trails at Patrick Marsh. While we appreciate the intention to maintain the trails, some of these activities don’t align with our carefully developed management plan and could negatively impact the wildlife and their habitat.

If you know who might be mowing the trails, please let us know at 608-258-9797 or admin@groundswellconservancy.orgOur goal is to work with this person to ensure that the trails are maintained in a way that aligns with our conservation plans and protects this special place for future generations of people and wildlife.

Unfortunately, a new, unauthorized path has been mowed through a restored prairie. This path is potentially a threat to the prairie habitat, and we are concerned about the potential long-term damage. The more foot traffic this path receives, the harder it will be to restore the prairie. To prevent further harm, we have placed signs at this path and kindly ask all visitors to not use it. All of the other trails are still open and we hope you continue enjoying Patrick Marsh!

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to protecting special places, forever.