A project aiming to make improvements at the Sheboygan Marsh has nearly reached its fundraising goal.
The Sheboygan County Planning and Conservation Department has shared that the Friends of the Sheboygan Marsh are just $50,000 away from their $1.5 million goal needed to construct an expansive boardwalk through the local marshlands.
While the Marsh is approximately 7,400 acres, much of its natural beauty is only viewable by those with a specialized boat, kayak, or canoe.
With this in mind, the Planning and Conservation Department explained, “The goal is to improve the educational opportunities, enjoyment, and public access opportunities at the Marsh by constructing a new wetland boardwalk and bridge that connect the park facilities to previously inaccessible portions of the Marsh.”
Early work on the boardwalk is expected to begin next year and will be constructed by students in the tech ed program at Plymouth High School.
Meanwhile, a second portion of the project, which includes a bridge over Marsh waters, will not commence until the full $1.5 million is acquired.
Those looking to help close the gap on the project can send donations to the Friends of the Sheboygan Marsh at PO Box 301, Elkhart Lake, 53020.
