The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is currently welcoming public input on a proposed tweak to how a chunk of nature gets used up North. We're talking about the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest, a place where lakes are plenty and the trees probably outnumber your Instagram followers.
Changes are on the table, like snaking about 7 miles of new bicycle touring trails into the mix, along with a practical addition of a vault toilet facility for those long rides through the wild. These updates are aiming to fit snugly within the forest's Master Plan, which is kind of a blueprint that decides what goes where and how things get done in this expansive playground that crosses three counties. The details are laid out online for anyone who wants to take a gander before throwing in their two cents.
For the uninitiated, the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest is no small potatoes. It's a massive haven for anyone looking to hike, fish, camp, or just escape the sound of car horns and chatter. With over 236,000 acres and north of 900 lakes, finding a secluded spot is as easy as finding a Starbucks in the city.
Comments are not just welcomed; they're sought after—like that last puzzle piece hiding under the couch cushion. If you want to ensure your voice is heard, make sure to send your thoughts by April 11, 2025. Until then, the DNR awaits what you've got to say like a stage waiting for an actor.
