Aldo Leopold Legacy Trail System

The Aldo Leopold Legacy Trail System is a system of 42 state trails[1] in the state of Wisconsin, covering a total of 1728 miles. It was named after conservationist and influential University of Wisconsin professor Aldo Leopold. The trail system was created on November 20, 2007 when Governor Jim Doyle signed Senate Bill 161, and dedicated on June 4, 2009.[2][3]

The trails have features that enable users to learn about the surrounding ecosystems and environments.[4]

Trails

References

  1. "Find a Wisconsin State Trail". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved on January 31, 2010.
  2. "Governor Doyle Names State Trails 'Aldo Leopold Legacy Trail System'". WI Office of the Governor: Media Room. Retrieved on January 31, 2010.
  3. "State trails now a legacy to Aldo Leopold". (June 5, 2009.) Capitol Times. Retrieved on January 31, 2010.
  4. Held, Tom. (November 26, 2007.) "State trails will follow Leopold's path". Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Retrieved on January 31, 2010.

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