Contribute to the Cherokee Marsh Conservation Fund
Cherokee Marsh is the largest wetland in Dane County, Wisconsin. The marsh is located just upstream from Lake Mendota, along the Yahara River and Token Creek (map).
The Friends of Cherokee Marsh formed in 2006 to protect, preserve, and restore the beauty, value, and health of Cherokee Marsh and the upper Yahara River watershed.
Join the Friends, renew your membership, or donate
Upcoming Events
NEW Monthly Wildlife Walks
Sunday, May 4, 1:30 – 3 pm
and
First Sunday of every month, 1:30 – 3 pm
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, North Unit
Free, family-friendly bird and nature walks. Sponsored by Madison Parks, the Friends of Cherokee Marsh and Madison Audubon Society.
Cherokee Marsh Art Show
Art Show, April 1 – May 31
Lakeview Branch Library, 2845 N. Sherman Ave.
Raising Crane: Impressions of Cherokee Marsh. Sponsored by the Northside Artists Group and Friends of Cherokee Marsh.
Earth Day Shrub Planting
Saturday, April 19, 10 am – noon
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, North Unit
Help plant native shrubs in the recently acquired “Fifth Addition” on the south end of the park. Sponsored by Madison Parks.
Warbler Walk
Thursday, May 15, 6:00 – 8:00 am
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, North Unit
Look for colorful warblers and other migrating birds. Sponsored by Madison Audubon and the Friends of Cherokee Marsh.
Evening at Cherokee Marsh
Wednesday, May 21, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, North Unit
View spring wildflowers and learn about recent restoration efforts. Sponsored by Madison Audubon, Madison Parks, and the Friends of Cherokee Marsh.
Butterflies of Cherokee Marsh
Saturday, June 28, 10:00 am – noon
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, North Unit
Sponsored by Madison Audubon, the Southern Wisconsin Butterfly Association, and the Friends of Cherokee Marsh.
Evening at Cherokee Marsh – South Unit
Wednesday, October 15, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, South Unit
View the fall colors and learn about recent restoration efforts. Sponsored by Madison Audubon, Madison Parks, and the Friends of Cherokee Marsh.