A big thank you to the Colfax Cub Scouts for their energetic seed collecting at the Preserve! They collected three kinds of native grass seeds (little blue stem, side oats grama, and Canada wild rye), stiff goldenrod and hyssop–all of … Continued
The management committee would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who was involved in making our new fishing pier a reality! The ADA compliant fishing pier is now open for all to enjoy! The 46 foot pier, … Continued
July is a great time to visit the Colfax-Red Cedar Recreation Area and Preserve. Wildflowers are in full bloom, the trails are well maintained and an abundance of wildlife can be viewed throughout the day! Here are some pictures that … Continued
What a beautiful morning to learn about science and nature! Thanks to everyone for participating. We had about 40 people take part in the event (students and parents). The kids learned about reptiles and amphibians that call the preserve home; … Continued
The Preserve’s bird list includes over 80 birds! We hope you’ll join Deb and Mark Toycen as they walk through the Preserve to see how many birds can be seen or heard on Saturday, May 4th starting at 9 a.m. … Continued
The Planning Committee for the Colfax-Red Cedar Preserve and Recreation Area is excited to offer a Science Exploration Day on Saturday May 18, 2024. Rocks and Minerals: Learn about common rocks and minerals of Wisconsin. How do Agates form? How … Continued
On October 9, 2023 two new Kestrel Nest Boxes, built and donated by Sam Campbell, were installed at the preserve by Sam, Mark Mosey, Kathy Stahl and Lee Boland. The poles were installed by Tyler Knutson and Justin Gabriel. The … Continued
Our new 40ft T-shaped, permanent fishing pier is really taking shape. Stay tuned for updates as it nears completion!
The wood ducks are going to love this!! Five Colfax Troop 42 Bear den members and their parents, with the help of Mark Mosey installed 3 wood duck nest boxes at the Colfax Red Cedar Preserve and Rec Area on … Continued
A huge THANK YOU to the students and instructor of the Electrical Distribution Program at CVTC for installing our new Osprey Nesting Platform and new pole on the eastern end of the preserve today! The pole was donated by CVTC. … Continued