Amphibian Fun!
Thursday, June 18, 20098:00 - 9:30 PM
Meet at Orchid Heights Park, off Valley Ridge Road in Middleton.
Explore frog songs and colors, myths and marvels. Someone may even get to turn into a frog for the evening! Don't worry, we won't slime you! Come and listen, look, feel, and learn about these critters from the Conservancy's wet spaces. There are NEW features for this 2009 program, so even if you came last year, come enjoy this celebration again.
Keep On Rockin’ Fundraiser
Sunday July 19, 20093:00 – 9:00 PM
Capital Brewery, Middleton, WI
Come out and rock with the Relics’ ‘50s to ‘90s music. Refreshing beverages, tasty food, and door prizes awarded at 8:30 PM (need not be present to win).
Listen to the Relics!Bock Community Forest Dedication
Saturday July 25, 200910:00 – 11:00 AM
Meet at the Kiosk along the main trail off Highland Way
Join us for the dedication of the community forest, and installation of a commemorative board naming major donors.
Two years ago the Friends of Pheasant Branch, with the help of countless generous supporters, purchased approximately 19 acres of land adjacent to the Pheasant Branch Conservancy off of Highland Way. A management plan is in the works for this parcel, now named the John C. Bock Community Forest and owned by the City of Middleton. Report on Ecological Assesment and Mangement Plan by Michael P. Anderson is now available.
Download Bock Forest PDF (8.7 MB)
FOPB Letter on Middleton Bike/Ped Plan
The Friends of Pheasant Branch statement on the Middleton Bike and Pedestrian Plan. Download Letter
FOPB Bike/Ped Letter
Soils of Pheasant Branch Conservancy
The Soils of Pheasant Branch Conservancy: An analysis of soil features and their suitability for recreational uses using the USDA’s web soil survey.
Soils Report
2009 Phenology Calendar
The calendar features color photos from local photographers, lists of expected phenological events, sunrise/sunset data and wind roses for each month, and monthly natural history notes.$12 + $2 shipping
Download a PDF order form.
Crane Watch
We are looking for your help to monitor cranes, and interactions with people and pets.
Crane Watch at Pheasant Branch Conservancy
Birds of PBC DVD
Our Bird DVD features beautiful photos by Mike McDowell and Dan Geocaris. A great gift, or review your bird identifications. Comes with a free DNR checklist to birds of Pheasant Branch Conservancy (limited supply). Only $10.