Driftless Area Land Conservancy Inc

Advocacy - the conservancy's advocacy efforts focus on policies and programs that support the long-term protection of natural, historical, and culture resources of southwest wisconsin's driftless area. In 2024, the conservancy continued its efforts to oppose a massive and unneeded transmission line project. Activities in 2024 were largely focused on legal matters regarding the proposed crossing of the mississippi river national fish and wildlife refuge. The conservancy also continues to be involved in advocating for the knowles nelson stewardship fund which supports land conservation throughout wisconsin.

Outreach and education - the conservancy's community engagement and outreach programs aim to connect people to the land and to one another. The conservancy aims to educate and inspire current and future generations to protect and steward our unique driftless landscape. We continued to build our volunteer program, and have engaged 119 volunteers over 1597 hours of donated time. In 2024, the conservancy engaged over 700 people in dalc's mission and work through in-person and virtual presentations, field trips, volunteer work days, gatherings, and events.