Grindstone Lake Nature Reserve

02/03/2026

07/08/2025

The trails have finally been mowed!! Thank you to Jon Morse for trailering his tractor to the Reserve and mowing, with assistance from Reed Parker. Enjoy!!

09/22/2024

The first clean up day at the Nature Reserve was a success!! We cleaned out the Shed, and cut up a large tree. Thank you to our volunteers: Mike and Jackie Clark, Dave Larson, Greg Klausen, Donna Carlson, Mike Warden, Jack Minton, Cheryl Contant, Karen Mumford, Reed and Cindy Parker!!

09/21/2024

Due to the weather, we have cancelled today's cleanup activities. Please join us tomorrow, Sunday, September 22nd at 9 am.

09/20/2024

Come join us this Saturday and Sunday, September 21st and 22nd from 9 am to 4 pm for the first clean-up days at the Grindstone Lake Nature Reserve. Stop out anytime!

We have a dumpster and will be cleaning out the Shed and garage as well as clearing some of the downed trees and branches.

Be sure to wear long sleeves and work gloves, and don't forget insect repellent. There is no electricity on the property, so a headlamp would also be helpful for work in the Shed. Please bring a chain saw, brush cutters or brooms, if you are able.

We will have water and snacks! Hope to see you there!

Cindy Parker, President, Grindstone Lake Foundation

09/05/2024

Mark your calendars! Come out to the Grindstone Lake Nature Reserve on Saturday, September 21st and Sunday, September 22nd for clean-up days!

More details to follow as we get closer to those dates!!

05/05/2024

Thank you to Mike Warden for these beautiful photos of the Grindstone Lake Nature Reserve this foggy morning

07/10/2023

Trails are mowed and ready for a little hiking!!

04/09/2022

Grindstone Lake Association President, Donna Carlson and Grindstone Lake Foundation President, Cindy Parker discussed the Foundation's efforts to Save the Bog at the Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Convention on Friday, April 8th.

11/25/2021

Dear Grindstone Lake friends and neighbors,

The Grindstone Lake Foundation's effort to purchase the old cranberry bog has reached another milestone. We have now raised a total of over $670,000 in donations, pledges, and grants -- an increase of $200,000 since mid-July. We are so thankful to all who have contributed.

With the matching grant still available until December 31, 2021, we are literally $100,000 away from achieving our goal of clear title to the bog property. Acquiring the bog to create recreational trails and restore wetlands will help protect the clear waters of Grindstone Lake now and into the future.

Over 100 of your friends and neighbors have already donated – 2/3 of them donating $500 or more. We hope you can help, and we appreciate any level of donation.

PLEASE help us protect the lake for your children, grandchildren, and guests to come. Thank you so much for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Cindy Parker, President, Grindstone Lake Foundation, Inc.
[email protected]

YOUR GIFT MATTERS AND IS MATCHED $ FOR $ until December 31, 2021

HOW CAN I GIVE?
Online: https://savethebog.org/?page_id=960
By check: Grindstone Lake Foundation, P.O. Box 292, Hayward, WI 54843

Stocks or Securities: Contact Treasurer Mike Warden, [email protected]

We are a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Your contribution may be tax deductible. Gifts of stocks and securities may have additional tax benefits.

08/19/2021

http://savethebog.clicklink.top/ikxigl

For Info and Donations SAVETHEBOG

07/27/2021

SAVE THE BOG! Presentation at 2021 Anuual Meeting of the Grindstone Lake Association.