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In 1994 by a small group of riders united to protect Caledonia's unique
network of equestrian trails. Today that band has grown into the Caledonia
Conservancy, LTD. - a land trust with more than 200 supporters and assets of
more than $460,000.
Throughout it's history, the Caledonia Conservancy has looked to volunteers
for everything from bush-whacking to fundraising and financial reporting.
One of Wisconsin's oldest land trusts, the Conservancy owns more than 122 acres,
including portions of the old North Shore Railroad right-of-way, the 28.5 acre
Trout Ponds Prairie, and 25.2 acres in the Tabor Woods Natural Area.
In addition to protecting land, the Conservancy partners with landowners to
care for 36 miles of trails east of the Root River, including 8.2 miles of
trails that are owned by the Conservancy and open to the public.
For the Conservancy, building and strengthening relationships with landowners
and riders is as much a part of trail stewardship as clearing paths and building
bridges. Though not cited as a separate accomplishment, caring for the
trails is one of the land trust's main activities.
The Conservancy also hosts trail rides and nature walks, sponsoring
educational seminars and holding the annual picnic and the Kentucky Derby and Poker Ride
fundraisers.
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