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If you have already conferred with Christine & Kim about your 2026 trip, please submit details using links below. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”3px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/2026_NRF_FieldTrips_NEW” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”SUBMIT A PROPOSAL – NEW FIELD TRIP” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|||0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/2026_NRF_FieldTrips_REPEAT” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”SUBMIT A PROPOSAL – REPEAT FIELD TRIP” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”|0px||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”1px||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”deadline” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text – Be a leader” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”34px||0px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Do you have a passion for Wisconsin\u2019s natural world and want to share it with engaged people in a profound and meaningful way? We’d love for you to consider leading a Field Trip!<\/p>\n 2026 marks the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin’s (NRF) 40th anniversary. Help us celebrate with a banner Field Trip season!<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text – Be a leader” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_padding=”34px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Since 1994, NRF has offered a vibrant, statewide Field Trip Program<\/a> that engages thousands of adults and youth annually to learn about Wisconsin\u2019s lands, waters, and wildlife. Leading an NRF Field Trip is a great way to share your knowledge of Wisconsin\u2019s incredible biodiversity with others.<\/strong><\/p>\n We are open to most Field Trip ideas, so feel free to be creative! Trips can be geared toward adults only or families with children. From simple hikes to biking trips, paddling adventures or wildlife research, we are open to a wide range of possibilities.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gov-Awards-Logo.jpg” alt=”graphic of a compass with the outline of the state of Wisconsin in the center with text that reads Wisconsin Governor’s Outdoor Industry Awards Tandem Award for Collaboration” title_text=”Gov Awards Logo” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”32px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”6px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ min_height=”95px” custom_padding=”10px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Get ideas and inspiration by looking through our 2025 Field Trip Guidebook<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/proof-11-cover.jpg” title_text=”Proof 11 Cover” url=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/field-trips\/guidebook\/” url_new_window=”on” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”15%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text – overview and expectations” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_margin=”-2px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Trips occur from May to October, are generally 2 or more hours in length, and can be varied in the experiences they offer to participants. If you are doing something special to protect or conserve an animal or ecosystem, we would love if you would share your passion!<\/p>\n In general, our participants are adults ages 45-70; respectful, interested, outdoorsy and educated folks. We are very open to offering trips designed for kids (accompanied by a responsible adult) and families\u2013 please indicate this on the online form. We appreciate if group sizes accommodate 20+ people, though we will accept smaller size limits as space and activity dictates.<\/p>\n Please know that we charge participants a $18 per person ($8 for kids) registration fee to attend any trip, this pays for the overhead of running the program. Any fees that you ask for will be paid by participants above and beyond this amount. Also, anyone who registers must be, or become, a NRF member to join us on our Field Trips.<\/p>\n Partners who hold an endowment fund with NRF may add on trip fees that benefit their fund. The amount will be determined with help from NRF’s Field Trip Director and be in line with the trip experience.<\/p>\n Partnering nonprofits who do not hold an endowment with NRF may add a modest ($5-10\/person) trip fee to benefit their organization.<\/p>\n If canoe\/kayak rentals are needed for your trip, you as the leader are responsible for coordinating these rentals. We collect the money from participants during registration to cover the costs of these rentals (see the question on the form), and then pay any invoices that you incur (just make sure the invoices are sent to us).<\/p>\n OUR TRIPS RUN RAIN OR SHINE. However, there may be situations where leaders need to delay, end a trip early, or cancel the day of the trip due to severe weather. We do not recommend canceling prior to the day of the trip as weather forecasts frequently change.<\/p>\n Property managers from the following organizations appreciate knowing when a Field Trip is occurring on their sites: The Prairie Enthusiasts<\/a>, The Nature Conservancy<\/a>, State Natural Areas property managers<\/a>, WI State Parks managers. Also, participants will pay the State Park entrance fees themselves as they enter the park.<\/p>\n In gratitude for you being a trip leader, we provide a snazzy t-shirt with a fresh design each year. We request that you wear the shirt when you are leading your Field Trip.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text – Question list” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ min_height=”628px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#E0E9ED” max_width=”80%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_team_member name=”Christine Tanzer” position=”Field Trip Program Director” image_url=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Christine-Tanzer-website-pic.jpg” admin_label=”Contact – Christine” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ global_module=”535″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n (608) 409-3123 Christine Tanzer (she\/her)<\/em> has been at the helm of NRF’s Field Trip program since 1997. She has coordinated over 3,000 trips, helping tens of thousands of people explore Wisconsin’s most special places.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_team_member][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_team_member name=”Kim Kreitinger ” position=”Field Trip Coordinator” image_url=”https:\/\/wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Kim-Kreitinger_Badlands-e1541797452116.jpg” admin_label=”Contact – Kim” _builder_version=”4.9.2″ global_module=”20796″ saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n (608) 409-3110
<\/strong>Have a new trip idea you’d like to still be considered? Please connect with us directly at FieldTrips@WisConservation.org<\/a><\/p>\nQuestions or more info, email us at: FieldTrips@WisConservation.org<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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Program Summary and Leader Expectations<\/h2>\n
Trips<\/h3>\n
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Fees<\/h3>\n
Leader Expectations<\/h3>\n
Cancellation Policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Alert Property Owners\/Managers of your Field Trip<\/h3>\n
Timing of the Program<\/h3>\n
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Questions Asked about your Trip<\/h3>\n
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2. *Title of field trip
3. *Date of trip, start and end times
4. *Max number of participants you would like on the trip (We appreciate accommodating groups of 20+ unless space\/activity dictates a smaller group)
5. *Paragraph describing the field trip
6. *Rate how physically strenuous the trip is on a scale of 1-5.
7. Estimate the total length of walking\/hiking or paddling on your trip
8. If the trip is strenuous, what should be called to the attention for participants.
9. Paddle trips: is this a loop or one-way with shuttle? Is there a portage?
10. Brief comments on the on the trail conditions such as steepness, trail width, and surface.
11. Could your trip accommodate people using standard wheelchairs, walkers, or people with mobility challenges?
12. Is there a lot of standing during your trip? Are there places for people to sit along the way?
13. *Costs (if any) you may need to cover for the field trip
14. Is your trip designed specifically for children (accompanied by adults)? If so, what ages?
15. *Nearest town to meeting place
16. *County trip takes place in
17. Trip meeting address
18. Specific meeting location at the site and driving directions (optional)
19. Cell phone you can be reached the day of the trip
20. Web-link to a google map of the meeting location (if you have or can make one)
21. *What should participants bring\/wear on the trip
22. *Are there bathroom facilities on the trip
23. Any additional websites that may be useful to participant<\/div>\n
Christine.Tanzer@WisConservation.org<\/a><\/p>\n
Kim.Kreitinger@WisConservation.org<\/a><\/p>\n