FSPA Land on St. Joseph Ridge

Volunteer With Us

Our land on St. Joseph Ridge (W2658 WI-33, La Crosse, WI 54601), serves as an educational model in the community. As future stewards of the earth, local students and volunteers help to work the garden. FSPA's agricultural internship program bolsters the students' undergraduate studies for biology and sustainable management majors as well. To volunteer, email land@fspa.org or visit our UGetConnected page.

FSPA Land in the News

WXOW News 19

The Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration tried their hand at making maple syrup

"After waiting weeks for the weather to warm and sap to flow, the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration spent their Saturday collecting and boiling sap to make maple syrup."

*Beth Piggush was the FSPA Integral Ecology Director from 2019 to 2025.

WXOW News 19

Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration practiced the indigenous tradition of maple tree tapping

*Beth Piggush was the FSPA Integral Ecology Director from 2019 to 2025.

Discover Wisconsin

Wisconsin Land Trust Days: Fun For All! [minute 2:00]

"For one night a year, attendees are allowed access to private land that is home to the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration for a garden tour, followed by a gorgeous sunset hike and later, stargazing."