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Preserving Door County's Finest Open Spaces and Wild Places

The Door County Land Trust is a non-profit organization whose mission is to permanently protect lands that contribute significantly to the scenic beauty, open space and ecological integrity of Door County.  We have protected over 5,500 acres since 1986.  With your help, we have the opportunity to protect thousands of additional acres of the most critical and inspiring natural landscapes in Door County.

 

If you have any questions or would like more information about how you can help protect Door County’s Finest Open Spaces and Wild Places, we invite you to e-mail us at info@doorcountylandtrust.org or call our office in Sturgeon Bay at (920) 746-1359.

 


What's New


Midwinter’s Feast by the Fire Invitations have been Mailed!

The Midwinter's Feast by the Fire will be held:

Sunday, February 19, 2012
(Weather Date: Monday, February 20)
at Bjorklunden Lodge - Baileys Harbor

We’ll gather around the warmth of the fire at Bjorkunden Lodge, toast a memorable 25th anniversary year and look ahead to the 26th!  The evening will begin with wine, ale, hors d’oeuvres and conversation by the warmth of the crackling fire.  A leisurely, candlelight dinner and dessert will follow.

Watch for your invitation in the mail or print an RSVP form to return.  Reservations are accepted by mail only. The Feast by the Fire has been a very popular event in the past and we have not always been able to accommodate all who would like to attend. In order to create a more equitable situation, we will use a lottery system again this year. Please have your reply card postmarked by January 26On January 30, we will draw names. You will be informed during the first week of February as to the results of the lottery.  We hope to accommodate everyone who wishes to join us.

Midwinter's Feast Menu

Greens, Cranberries and Toasted Pecans Salad
Mixed greens tossed with cranberries, toasted pecans and an apple cider vinaigrette, accompanied by slices of crusty French baguette.
The Base Camp Crew
Joel and Alicia Kersebet, Proprietors
BASE CAMP COFFEE, Sister Bay

Braised Lamb Shank
Tomato and garlic braised lamb shank with caramelized vegetables, roasted fingerling potatoes and shallot bordelaise sauce.

Butternut Squash Ravioli
Butternut squash-filled ravioli with toasted pecans, green onions, shitake cream and grated Pecorino Romano cheeses.
Dean Pahl, Chef
Andy and Jan Coulson, Proprietors
WHITE GULL INN, Fish Creek

Chocolate Marquise
Chocolate mousse torte served with raspberry sauce and whipped cream.
Sarah Basch, Proprietor and Chef
FLOUR GIRL PATISSIER, Fish Creek
 


Door County Land Trust Meets 2011 Membership Goal

The Land Trust is pleased to report that the 2011 “Hats Off” membership campaign was a huge success! The campaign met and exceeded its goal of bringing 250 new supporting members to the Land Trust. In the past year, 327 individuals, families and businesses made a first-time contribution to the Door County Land Trust. Those who did were eligible for a sporty Door County Land Trust hat. We welcome all our new members and take our “hats off” to them for joining our effort to preserve Door County’s open spaces and wild places. We also thank our Membership Committee for its time, energy and enthusiasm.

The Land Trust continues to welcome new members. If you’d like to help preserve the scenic beauty and ecological integrity of Door County, consider making a contribution of support today! If you are already a contributing member, consider giving a gift membership to someone you know who loves Door County.


Southern Door Farmland Protected

Land Trust Signs Conservation Easements on Farmland along Highways 42 and 57

Conservation Easement Protects 270 Acres in Southern Door- Photo by Julie Schartner

December 21, 2011- The Door County Land Trust announces the protection of two parcels totaling 270 acres along Highways 42 and 57 in the southern Door townships of Brussels and Forestville. The Binard family, owners of both properties, and the Door County Land Trust, recently entered into conservation easement agreements that will preserve the land’s scenic and rural character far into the future.

“The decision by the Binards to keep their productive farmland open and free from future development helps preserve Southern Door’s agricultural heritage,” states Terrie Cooper, Land Program Director for the Land Trust. “The Land Trust is honored to have worked with the Binard family to protect their beautiful and highly visible family farmland.”

Much of the now-protected Binard property is bisected by Highway 42 at the Door-Kewaunee County line just south of Forestville. “Essentially, the Binard property is the entryway to Door County,” explains Cooper. “What better way to welcome visitors and residents than with a protected stretch of the rural scenery southern Door County is famous for.”


Door County Land Trust Featured on Regional TV Show

The Door County Land Trust was featured on the December 2011 edition of Door County TODAYThe Door County Land Trust has been featured on "The Natural Door" segment of the December 2011 edition of Door County TODAY, a new regional TV show.  You can watch the show on YouTube or catch it on Public Access TV in Door County (Charter Channel 987: 9 am, 1 pm, 5 pm, 9 pm, 1 am; Charter Channel 986: 10 am and 6 pm on weekdays) and on OnDemand in Oshkosh, Fox Cities, Green Bay and Marinette.

Door County TODAY is a new regional TV show whose aim is to display the 'real' Door County, in all its natural glory — its county and state parks, its shorelines, bluffs and stone fences…plus its uniquely interesting people — the restaurateurs, innkeepers, shopkeepers, potters, musicians, writers and painters who are the County's backbone. This is the 'Door County of the mind,' the almost-mystical Peninsula that visitors take home with them in their hearts and minds. From the publishers of the Door County Go Guide, Door Guide Publishing.


Attention Hikers: The following Trails at Door County Land Trust Nature Preserves are Closed Due to Downed Trees

For your safety, the following trails have been closed until further notice:

  • Kangaroo Lake Nature Preserve- Northern loop trail

  • White Cliff Fen and Forest Nature Preserve- All trails

Last updated: 1/6/2012


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Door County Land Trust
PO BOX 65
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

E-mail: info@doorcountylandtrust.org

Sturgeon Bay Phone: (920) 746-1359
Sister Bay Phone: (920) 854-47
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