Kinnickinnic River Land Trust

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The Drewiske Family Preserve

KRLT/Jackson

For hunting and trapping rules and regulations, please see below. 

The Drewiske Family Preserve (formerly Jackson Preserve) is a 46-acre KRLT property that includes the Kinnickinnic River, and access with approximately 3,460 feet of shoreline and 475 feet of perennial tributary, floodplain areas, mixed hardwood forest, oak savanna/woodlands, pine relics, bluffs, rock outcroppings, goat prairies, wildlife habitat, and spectacular scenery.

Location: Northside of Pierce County Highway FF, the Wisconsin DNR Manion Wildlife Area located across the road west of the preserve entrance.

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     Permitted Activities:

  • Fishing according to state regulations.
  • Wildlife observation and photography.
  • Environmental education and interpretation.
  • Hiking.
  • Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
  • Foraging for personal consumption according to state regulations.
  • Please see below for hunting or trapping information. For additional questions, contact our office at 715-425-5738.

 

 

     Prohibited Activities:

  • Unleashed dogs.
  • Biking
  • Horseback riding
  • Camping, campfires, or overnight use.
  • Geocaching.
  • Littering.
  • Use of motorized vehicles.
  • Firearms or other weapons unless engaged in legal hunting activity. No Target shooting allowed.
  • No personal property, including hunting equipment, may be stored overnight. 

Hunting & Trapping Regulations

Hunting, fishing, and trapping are permitted on The Drewiske Family Preserve according to State and Federal regulations. For more information on hunting, fishing, and trapping rules, regulations, and season dates, please refer to The State of Wisconsin Hunting, Fishing, and Trapping Regulations or see the DNR website at dnr.wi.gov and search keyword: regulations. 

The Drewiske Family Preserve Regulations and General Information

  • Off-road motor vehicle use is prohibited.  Certain exemptions apply to Class A, and certain Class B disabled hunters.  Individuals seeking an exemption should contact Kinnickinnic River Land Trust at 715-425-5738 for a permit. 
  • All pets must remain on a leash except for legal hunting activities during open seasons.
  • Please respect private lands near The Drewiske Family Preserve.
  • You are responsible for undertaking your recreational activity in a safe and legal manner.
  • Non-hunting visitors are also enjoying The Drewiske Family Preserve during Hunting and Trapping Season; they may or may not be wearing blaze orange.
  • Hunters should be especially aware of gun safety and be certain of your target and what is beyond.

It is illegal to:

  • Discharge a firearm, bow, crossbow, or air gun from, on, or across a designated trail, access lane, or from the parking lot.
  • Shoot a firearm within 100 yards of a building devoted to human occupancy on lands you do not own without permission. Target shoot on The Drewiske Family Preserve.
  • Trap within 100 yards of a designated trail or parking lot and within the 66-foot access lane.
  • Park in The Drewiske Family Preserve parking lot overnight. Camp anywhere on The Drewiske Family Preserve.
  • Start fires or have campfires on The Drewiske Family Preserve. Store personal property on The Drewiske Family Preserve.

Tree Stands and Hunting Blinds:– Only portable tree stands and hunting blinds are permitted and must be removed daily after use.

  • Damaging trees, cutting shooting lanes, marking trees, and the use of screw-in tree-stands or steps are considered damaging and are illegal.

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Get to know staff member, Steve Leonard! Steve i Get to know staff member, Steve Leonard! 

Steve is the Executive Director at Kinnickinnic River Land Trust. Steve has many responsibilities within the Trust and stated, "I listen to people who already have a sense of connection with the Kinni River; it helps me understand their personal passions of why they love the river so much, their concerns of keeping it clean, and what the future might look like. For others who might not have a personal connection to the river, I hope to develop a sense of place, so they too can develop a passion to help us protect the Kinni River, for many generations to come". 

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Take a walk through the Community Forest 🌲 The Take a walk through the Community Forest 🌲 The Community Forest is a wonderful place to take a walk as the forest is alive with beautiful plants and animals this time of year!
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You may have noticed that a buzz has filled the air as our pollinator friends are active again after a long, cold winter. Bee's rely on flowers for nectar and pollen, and these tiny insects pollinate a majority of the crops we, as humans, rely on for food. Native prairie on KRLT preserves host a variety of wildflowers, making the preserves a wonderful haven for the bees, and a great spot for us to catch them in action!

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Join us tomorrow from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for Get O Join us tomorrow from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm for Get Outside and Leave No Trace hike at The Community Forest and neighboring City of River Falls trails! 

There are two locations where you can chat with KRLT, @kinnicorridorcollaborative , and the @leavenotraceorg team about ways to leave no trace when enjoying the great outdoors! 1st location is at The Community Forest parking lot off of HWY FF the 2nd location is Trailhead #11 off of River Ridge Road (see map). 

This is a self-guided hike. There will be a light cleanup and nature scavenger hunt for the kiddos! Gloves and garbage bags will be provided. Hope to see you there!
Get to know KRLT staff member, Marty Engel! Marty Get to know KRLT staff member, Marty Engel!

Marty is the Land Stewardship Manager at Kinnickinnic River Land Trust. Marty works with landowners to protect conservation values on their property and helps to facilitate fish, wildlife, and habitat improvement on conservation easements. 

KRLT appreciates all the hard work that Marty does to protect the Kinni!
Let's talk about Kelly Creek! Kelly Creek was pu Let's talk about Kelly Creek! 

Kelly Creek was purchased by the KRLT in 1998 and consists of 70 acres of restored prairie and oak savanna. The Kelly Creek Preserve is a great place to visit to enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, foraging, and observing wildlife. Make sure to check out the preserve this month as wildflowers begin to bloom! 🌸

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It's Phenology Friday! 🌸 The May Phenology Rep It's Phenology Friday! 🌸

The May Phenology Report is out now on the KRLT Website. Read through this month's phenology report to discover what ecological changes are occurring during this time of year. Click the link in the bio to check it out!

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Due to the weather, this morning's highway cleanup Due to the weather, this morning's highway cleanup has been canceled. Here's a little sunshine from last summer at Kelly Creek Preserve!
Get to know KRLT staff member, Molly Barritt! Mo Get to know KRLT staff member, Molly Barritt! 

Molly is the Donor and Community Relations Manager at Kinnickinnic River Land Trust. Molly is passionate about conservation and educating our youth on the importance of spending time in nature. 

Pictured is the first trout that Molly caught next to the Community Forest!
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