Renovations Begin on the Hogan House
In June 2025, after nearly a year of designing, fundraising, planning and organizing, the First Phase of the Hogan House…
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Welcome New Park Ranger Ben Berge
In June 2025, Governor Nelson State Park welcomed our new Park Ranger, Ben Berge! Ben states “I’m honored to step…
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Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars! Here’s a sneak peak of things for you to do …
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In the News…$20k Grant for Hogan House
We’re excited to share the progress on our first big initiative – preserving and transforming the historic Hogan House for…
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June 7 & 8 are FREE Days at the Park
On June 7-8, the WI Department of Natural Resources invites everyone to enjoy WI State Parks for FREE. Fishing licenses…
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Osprey
The osprey are back! The pair appear to be mating and preparing their nest at Governor Nelson State Park for…
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Don’t Miss the Spring Ephemerals
It’s the brief season of ephemeral flowers at Governor Nelson State Park, and across Wisconsin. The Dutchman’s Breeches are the…
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Thurs. May 8 at 6:30-8:00 pm Annual Mtg & Author Jim Buchholz
Join us! Our Annual Friends Meeting will feature guest speaker and author, Jim Buchholz. Jim is a 40 year park…
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Earth Day April 22, 2025
Governor Evers, volunteers from the Friends of Governor Nelson State Park and nearly 100 staff members from various state agencies…
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side
The Park offers an abundance of plants, animals, sights and smells. Enjoy nature’s beauty!