Wren's Pond

11/02/2026

Happy November from Wren’s Pond!

As the last leaves fall and the trees prepare for winter, we're reminded that every season brings its own kind of beauty. Here's to crisp autumn air, peaceful pond visits, and appreciating the little wonders of nature!

10/28/2026

Exciting news for Green Bay! 🌿🦆

A 564-acre habitat restoration project is being planned for Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary! Improvements will include removing invasive species, restoring wetlands, planting native vegetation, and improving water flow to support local wildlife.

Construction is tentatively scheduled for 2028, with opportunities for community volunteers to participate in restoration efforts.

A wonderful investment in Green Bay's biodiversity and ecological future! 🌎💚

Green Bay's Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary could soon receive a 564-acre habitat restoration project.

The city-run sanctuary has been a wildlife rehabilitation and education center for 90 years. The restoration would remove invasive species, plant native trees, shrubs and grasses, repair culverts to improve water flow between lagoons and convert low-quality marsh and swamp areas into higher-quality habitat. The project is about 60% designed, with a full cost estimate expected by the end of this year. Construction is expected to begin in early 2028 and last about three years. Some of the planting and seeding will be done by community volunteers.

Would you volunteer to help restore Bay Beach? Tell us in the comments.

10/15/2026

A beautiful view of Wren's Pond. Thank you for the share!

Photos by Paul V.

10/05/2026

Happy October from Wren's Pond! 🎃

10/05/2026

Thank you to our October volunteers for helping to keep our watershed clean. We identified animal burrows, removed litter from the pond, removed the neighborhood "toilet papering" that made its way to the Red Smith Trail, and we observed nature. It was a beautiful day in the community!

07/21/2026

06/15/2026

Today's adventures at our monthly cleanup at Wren’s Pond

A monarch caterpillar, bright wildflowers, a curious pond frog, and a whole lot of wonder tucked along the trail.

Every visit to Wren’s Pond reminds us that nature does not have to be far away to feel special. Sometimes the best adventures are right here in the neighborhood.

06/03/2026

Hooray for summer at Wren’s Pond 🌿☀️

The fields around the pond are beautifully green, the sky is bright, the water is dazzling, and the bay is gorgeous. It is the perfect season to slow down, look around, and appreciate the natural beauty we share right here in our community.

05/01/2026

Update from the City of Green Bay DPW:

Following the recent historic flooding, Green Bay DPW inspected the area around Wren’s Pond and identified damage to the Red Smith Trail (Barina Creek Trail) as a concern.

The issue has been shared with the City’s Parks Department, which oversees trail maintenance. Parks confirmed that the Trail repair is on their list and has not been overlooked.

At this time, there is not a firm repair timeline. Parks staff are working through a lengthy list of storm-related repairs across the park system, and the trail work will be addressed as staff availability allows.

For questions or concerns, community members may contact the Parks Department at:

Parkmail .gov