Overview

The Ledge is a fragile resource and one deserving of our attention and respect. The value of its individual resources provides cumulative ecological and economic benefits to its landowners, residents and communities.

The public and private conservation of the Escarpment corridor’s land and water resources are the collective responsibility of our Northeastern Wisconsin community.

There are many methods by which to conserve and protect this landscape, whether you are a landowner or represent an entire community. The Niagara Escarpment Resource Network (NERN) exists in part to share information on common planning, land development, land management and conservation/stewardship best practices. 

Learn about green infrastructure, habitat improvement, agricultural buffer strips, purchase-of-development rights, land trusts and grant programs.  An extensive listing of examples, resources, and contacts will be provided soon on NERN’s updated website.

HOW CAN YOU HELP TO CONSERVE AND PROTECT THE ESCARPMENT?

Below is a listing of ideas, methods, and resources pertaining to the planned stewardship and protection of both public and private properties along the Wisconsin’s Niagara Escarpment.