- Video shows the current property of Fish Creek Park.
- The town of Gibraltar has been working on improving their watershed's environment for years.
Fish Creek Park is currently 27 acres and now they're looking to add an additional 125 acres of land that will be protected.
(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story)
The town of Gibraltar has worked for years to improve the environment of its watershed. Now the town’s plan to expand the land of Fish Creek Park could help push those efforts even further. I’m your Door County neighborhood reporter Katlyn Holt with a look into the plans for this park.
Town leaders and volunteers have helped develop a plan to preserve the watershed in Fish Creek.
Fish Creek Park is currently 27 acres and now they're looking to add an additional 125 acres of land that will be protected.
They have worked closely with the DNR to develop this plan and to protect native species and make their habitats better.
With the land they hope to buy, they say about one mile will be protected watershed and there will also be space for the community to enjoy their natural beauty without disturbing them and eventually walking trails.
Town of Gibraltar Administrator Travis Thyssen says the money for the additional land has to be raised through grants and donations.
"We're trying to 1.5 million goal for the entire 125 acres property we've applied for about 1.3million in grants and we've received so far about 850. So, we've already we're over halfway," said Thyssen.
Town of Gibraltar Planning Commission Chairman and Fish Creek watershed study volunteer, Linda Merline says this project has been in the works for many years, with room to grow for the future.
"it's a win win for everybody and I have to say there's been many people in this town who have stepped forward to protect the environment here and to keep this a wonderful place," said Merline.
The town of Gibraltar is continuing to raise funds towards the expansion of Fish Creek Park. If you'd like more information, you click here.
