Recent and Past FOLKS Projects

Take a look at some of the past FOLKS projects. Hover over a photo to scroll through photos for that project. Click on any photo to take a gallery tour of the project. Project photos will rotate after a few seconds.

2026

Fish Sticks

Folks members constructed 4 large log fish stick. The fish structures will be lowered into Lake Kegonsa in early summer.

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2026

Viewing Scopes

FOLKS purchased and Dane county parks helped install two Viewing Scopes in Fish Camp park this spring. A double scope with an ADA wheelchair accessible scope was installed on the accessible fishing pier and the single scope was installed on the boardwalk bump out facing Lake Kegonsa and can also be used to view the Osprey nest on the power line.

2025

Electrofishing Demonstration

Folks hosted a Fisheries Management demonstration that was put on by DNR staff. They explained methods on how they capture fish, what they do with fish data and how they make decisions on fish stocking, fishing regulations

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2025

Duck Houses

Folks members have taken over the upkeep of 6 Wood Duck houses along the Yahara River just up river from Fish Camp Park. Members have also installed 4 new Wood Duck houses east of FIsh Camp park - two north of the bike path and 2 south of the bike path.

2025

NetHouse Board Replacement

FOLKS members replaced the rotten lower boards on the east side of the Net house. Custom board were created by the Amish to match the existing boards.

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2025

Turtle Crossing Signs

FOLKS added turtle crossing signs along WIlliams Drive to raise awareness.

2025

International Crane Foundation Tour

FOLKS hosted a guided tour of the International Crane Foundation in Baraboo.

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2025

Dane County Humane Society Wildlife Center Volunteer Day

Folks members volunteered at the Dane County Humane Society which rehabilitates wounded and hurt animals from the area including turtles, raptors and waterfowl.