Friends of Pope Farm Conservancy

… preserving the land and its stories

The Friends of Pope Farm Conservancy (FOPFC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was formed in the spring of 2013. The purpose of the FOPFC is to enhance the educational opportunities at Pope Farm Conservancy (PFC), preserve the balance of its wildlife habitat and historical features, and protect its scenic landscapes and tranquility for the enjoyment of the public. Pope Farm Conservancy is owned and operated by the Town of Middleton. The friends will offer you many opportunities to enhance and enjoy this breathtaking conservancy. We welcome you to join us and be a part of our natural community.

News & Announcements

  • 2.15.26 – Winter Walk at PFC
    Winter Adventure at Pope Farm Conservancy Join the Friends of Pope Farm Conservancy for a guided Winter Walk on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Experience the stark beauty of the season as we trek through snow-dusted prairies and enjoy…
  • Sept 27, 2025: Fall Migration Birding Tour at Pope Farm Conservancy
    Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. Join local birding expert Mike McDowell for a special Fall Migration Birding Tour at the scenic Pope Farm Conservancy! This is the perfect opportunity to witness the spectacular migration of songbirds, raptors, and…
  • 8/17/25: Summer Walk at Pope Farm
    Sunday, August 17, 2025 (1PM) at Pope Farm Conservancy Location: Pope Farm Conservancy – Main entrance, lower parking lot Address: 7440 West Old Sauk Rd, Verona, WI 53593 (2 miles west of the Beltline on Old Sauk Rd.) Host: FOPFC Programs Committee…
  • Join Us for the Programs Committee Meeting: Aug 5th 2025 at Paul’s Neighborhood Bar
    Are you passionate about Pope Farm Conservancy? Do you enjoy organizing events and bringing people together? We need your help! Join us on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Paul’s Neighborhood Bar in Middleton to assist in planning for our…
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Upcoming Events & Programs

Winter Walk

Sunday, February 15th, 1:00-2:00PM at Pope Farm Conservancy
Join us for a guided winter walk to enjoy the seasonal scenery and panoramic views at Pope Farm Conservancy. All ages welcome. This walk will be approximately 1.5-2 miles, with longer options available. We will meet in the parking lot at Pope Farm Elementary School (816 Schewe Rd, Middleton, WI 53562).

Public Talk: Pheasant Branch Watershed

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 7:00-8:00pm at Pope Farm Elementary School, Community Room
Join Jim Bachhuber, a member of the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy Watershed Committee, for an insightful presentation on the Pheasant Branch Watershed. Jim will discuss the critical role Pope Farm Conservancy plays in the system and use the historic 2018 flood as a case study to examine watershed challenges and ongoing improvement efforts. The talk will be held in the Community Room at Pope Farm Elementary School (816 Schewe Rd, Middleton, WI 53562).