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NRF and our conservation partners are on a journey to make the outdoors a more welcoming place for people of all abilities. We look for ways to help a wider variety of people enjoy our state\u2019s natural wonders by supporting the accessibility programs of our friends at the Wisconsin DNR, by directly funding accessibility work through our <\/span>grant programs<\/a>, and by increasing access to outdoor adventure in our Field Trip program<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”38px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px||4px|||” 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=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources<\/a> is committed to providing exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities for people of all abilities around the state. Whether at our parks and forests, on land and water, there is something for everyone. Their accessibility fund is managed by NRF, and all donations go towards the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ accessibility efforts.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/wisconservation.networkforgood.com\/projects\/254821-dnr-accessibility” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Donate now” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n To donate by check, make your check out to the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin with \u201cDNR Accessibility\u201d in the memo line, and mail it to NRF at 211 S. Paterson St. Suite 100, Madison, WI 53703.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The David and Joyce Weizenicker Fund for State Parks<\/a> was established to support projects on Wisconsin State Park properties that facilitate accessibility for senior citizens, especially trail development, maintenance and restoration, and the development and maintenance of rest stops, including benches, overlooks, and interpretive signage.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/dnr.wisconsin.gov\/topic\/parks\/weizenickerfund” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Weizenicker Fund for State Parks” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/David-and-Joyce-Weizenicker_State-Park-Fund.webp” alt=”two people standing in front of a paved trail in a forest” title_text=”David And Joyce Weizenicker State Park Fund” url=”https:\/\/dnr.wisconsin.gov\/topic\/parks\/weizenickerfund” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n David and Joyce Weizenicker at Kinnickinnic State Park at the unveiling of a new trail funded in part by the David and Joyce Weizenicker Fund for State Parks. Photo by Caitlin Williamson<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n NRF is dedicated to providing opportunities for people with various physical abilities to join us out in the field. If you, a family member, or friend have mobility challenges, we have several options.<\/p>\n Trip titles in the\u00a0<\/span>Field Trip Guidebook<\/a> are color coded with a physical demand rating to help you decide whether the activity level matches your abilities. Trip descriptions also specify trail lengths and surfaces, amount of sitting\/standing, and more. Learn more about accessibility on NRF Field Trips and explore Field Trips that are accessible for standard wheelchairs or offer Outdoor Wheelchairs to use on-site below.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/field-trips\/physical-demand-and-accessibility\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Accessibility on NRF Field Trips” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/accessible-field-trip-at-peninsula-state-park-by-shelly-torkelson-2023.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” alt=”wooden walkway up outdoor lookout tower at peninsula state park” title_text=”Accessible Field Trip At Peninsula State Park By Shelly Torkelson 2023″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ url=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/field-trips\/physical-demand-and-accessibility\/”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n During the “Door County Accessibility and Geology” Field Trip in 2023, participants learned about Peninsula State Park’s accessibility efforts, including the new wheelchair-accessible observation tower. Photo by Shelly Torkelson<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_slider posts_number=”4″ include_categories=”868″ orderby=”title_asc” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_slider][\/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” width=”80%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”Caitlin Williamson” position=”Director of Conservation ” image_url=”https:\/\/www.wisconservation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Staff-headshot-website-template-10.png” admin_label=”Contact – Cait” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ custom_margin=”-3px|||||” global_module=”398″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n (608) 409-3109Supporting the Wisconsin DNR’s accessibility efforts<\/h2>\n
Other ways that NRF supports accessibility<\/h2>\n
Improving accessibility at Wisconsin State Parks properties<\/h3>\n
Accessibility on NRF Field Trips<\/h2>\n
Caitlin.Williamson@WisConservation.org<\/a><\/p>\n