Many family forest owners envision their land remaining in the family for generations. But passing property from one generation to the next can be challenging—both legally and emotionally. That’s where Your Land, Your Legacy comes in. Our family succession classes give landowners and families the tools to make the transition a successful one.
We’ve had four cohorts of participants since launching Your Land, Your Legacy in 2022. So far, 117 people representing 44 properties have taken part, and we invite you to join us for our next cohort!
This course provided excellent perspective and tools to plan for passing on family ‘heirloom’ property to future generations.
—Your Land, Your Legacy participant
Upcoming Events
Our 2025 Your Land, Your Legacy course is already underway and runs through early June. Our next course will be in spring 2026.
If you have questions about Your Land, Your Legacy, contact:
Olivia Kovacs
Natural Resources Educator
olivia.kovacs@wisc.edu
608-509-3012
Kris Tiles
Natural Resources Education Program Manager
kris.tiles@wisc.edu
715-261-1254
Your Land, Your Legacy is funded in part by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture through the Renewable Resources Extension Act. Additional support comes from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Page last updated April 2025.