The Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy are entering an exciting new phase! As of January 1, our three staff members are now employees of the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Please join us in welcoming Lexy Dorzweiler, Tim Hansel, and Rob Schubert as our organization’s first official employees.

–Pam Shannon & Hans Hilbert, Co-Presidents

Photo: Gary Sater

The Effects of Salt Use in Winter

Many local administrations are emphasizing the need to reduce road salt use in winter. Salt has been used to reduce ice formation on roads, sidewalks, and driveways since the 1950, so why is this “northern tradition” being looked down upon as of late? 

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Photo: Herb Garn

Conservancy Springs Respond to Wet Year

Bob Brod and Herb Garn, members of the Friends’ Watershed Committee, recently made new measurements of the flow of Frederick Springs and the smaller western springs, showing the quick response of the springs to the wet year we had in 2024. 

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Photo: Hayes Niesen

Share Your Pheasant Branch Photos

We’re looking for great photos of Pheasant Branch to share (with credit to you, of course) on our social media channels, our website, and in our upcoming 2025 printed digest. Share your photos today!

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We Make a Difference Because of You

Thank you for your interest in the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy—generous contributions of time and financial gifts from our members and the community allow us to engage in our vital restoration, education, and advocacy work.

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Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy

P.O. Box 628242, Middleton, WI 53562-8242

pheasantbranch.org | office@pheasantbranch.org

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