Haskell Noyes Memorial Woods
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frankhj
N 43° 36.834 W 088° 10.313
16T E 405437 N 4829658
It is on the Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive in Fond du Lac County.
Waymark Code: WM1X2N
Location: Wisconsin, United States
Date Posted: 07/23/2007
Views: 38
This scientific area preserved in natural condition for future generations is symbolic of the spirit of Haskell Noyes of Milwaukee (1886-1948) - one of Wisconsin's foremost conservationists. Leader of citizen action for outdoor programs featuring youth participation, he was:
Wisconsin Conservation Commission Chairman (1931-1933) and member (1928-1933).
President Milwaukee Chapter Izaak Walton League of America (1926) when they purchased Mauthe Lake area for conservation use; instrumental in its transfer to people of Wisconsin (1936) for Kettle Moraine State Forest.
Sponsor of Voluntary Sportamen's License and Eagle Scout Forestry Camp.
Donor of traditional award for faithful, able service to Wisconsin's Conservation Wardens.
County: Fond du Lac
Location: Other
MarkerID: 539
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