Star Prairie Land Preservation Trust

06/01/2026

June! A great time to get outside!

05/13/2026

Congratulations to SPLPT Board Member Carter Stueve! We are so proud to know him !

Join us in congratulating Carter Stueve, NRHS Class of 2026 Valedictorian, as we celebrate his outstanding achievements, leadership, and dedication throughout his high school journey.

Carter is a thoughtful student leader, learner, and community builder who has made a meaningful impact at New Richmond High School.

Son of Mary and Kirk Stueve, Carter credits his parents and family, including his siblings Caden, Brooke, and Cooper, as his strongest influence. He values their guidance and the conversations that have helped shape his perspective and decision-making.

At NRHS, Carter is a co-founder of the Earth First Club, an environmental organization focused on sustainability and stewardship. What began with a small group has grown into a thriving club that has helped create pollinator spaces, secure grants, and engage the community in environmental efforts. He considers this one of his greatest high school accomplishments.

Carter also took part in a competitive astrophysics program at UC Boulder, where he worked with peers to track near-Earth asteroids, an experience that strengthened his love of learning and collaboration.

A strong advocate for curiosity and growth, Carter has challenged himself academically while exploring interests in engineering, science, and environmental work. After graduation, he plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison with an interest in engineering and other fields that allow him to help others.

Outside of school, Carter enjoys time outdoors with family, running, reading, and music. His advice to underclassmen is to define your own path, stay curious, and take time to learn from the people around you.

Carter hopes to be remembered for treating others with respect, staying true to himself, and using his curiosity and education to make a positive difference in the world.

05/09/2026

5-9-26 - World Migratory Bird Day! The SPLPT hosted a bird hike at McMurtrie Preserve guided by experts Adam Engelhardt (U of M) and Lydia Gusaas (NRHS). The group identified 32 different species of bird through sound and/or sight, many passing through as they migrate to their summer homes. Thank you to everyone that participated and all that value nature.

05/06/2026

Saturday! May 9, 2026 at McMurtrie Preserve 9:00 - 10:30 am!

05/03/2026

Saturday- May 9, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. McMurtrie Preserve. 🌳🪺🐦‍⬛

04/29/2026

An opportunity to increase your wildlife habitat.

04/23/2026

it was a great day to be outside! Thank you Riverwood Nature Center for the opportunity at your Open House Earth Day celebration.

04/22/2026

Something fun to do on

A great way to celebrate Earth Day! Come tour the renovations at Riverwood Nature Center. We’ve spent the past 10 months renovating and repurposing the 100-year-old Utgaard Chicken Hatchery into the future home of Riverwood’s Visitor & Interpretive Center. The Interpretive Center will be built out to include cultural and historical information relating to the Apple River Watershed. Over the coming year, we will create exhibits and artifact displays designed to educate and connect people to nature and the environment. Open house tour will be on Earth Day, April 22nd from 10am to 5pm. Join us and bring your thoughts and ideas! Riverwood Nature Center, 300 1st Street, Star Prairie, WI.

04/22/2026

04/20/2026

Save the date!! Saturday, May 9th. Join us!