Testimonials

Paul has been instrumental in our restoration efforts at the Scuppernong Springs Nature Trail.  The trail is one of the … Continue reading →

― Anne M. Korman, Superintendent Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit, Lapham Peak State Park, Glacial Drumlin Trail – East

Paul Mozina is the most committed volunteer I have ever known in my 22 years here with the WDNR. Paul’s … Continue reading →

― Ben Heussner, WDNR Fisheries Biologist

Paul Mozina is not only my teacher and mentor in invasive species removal, but also a true friend. I have … Continue reading →

― Ben Johnson SEWRPC Land Survey Assistant

Paul Mozina has been a very active volunteer in the Southern Kettle Moraine area by applying his seemingly endless energy … Continue reading →

― Charles “Herb” Sharpless, Kettle Moraine Land Trust Stewardship Chair

Paul’s vigorous and sustained effort over the past 15 years restoring some of the Kettle Moraine region’s best natural areas … Continue reading →

― Chris Mann — Kettle Moraine Land Stewards, LLC

Paul works with energy and passion. He is always willing to learn, is skilled with a saw, and has devoted … Continue reading →

― Jared Urban, WDNR Conservation Biologist

Paul has a dedication and commitment to buckthorn removal unmatched by anyone I’ve known. His work ethic is incredible. His … Continue reading →

― Kevin Thusius, Director of Land Conservation, Ice Age Trail Alliance

Watch out all you buckthorn plants…..The Buckthorn Man is launching a crusade against you!  I know from experience that ‘The … Continue reading →

― Marlin Johnson, Biologist Waukesha County Land Conservancy

I have known Paul through his volunteer work in the Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest over the last five or … Continue reading →

― Matt Zine, WDNR Natural Areas Conservation Biologist

Paul Mozina could truly be called “Paul Bunyan” of the Kettle Moraine State Forest, as his accomplishments on eradicating buckthorn … Continue reading →

― Ronald C. Kurowski – Retired Park Naturalist, KMSF-SU

I am proud to say Paul is my friend and colleague.  He is a true wetland hero.  Paul exhibits the … Continue reading →

― Tracy Hames, Executive Director Wisconsin Wetlands Association

My friend, the Buckthorn Man, is a fast, safe and even graceful man with a chainsaw.  Visionary and thoughtful, he … Continue reading →

― Virginia Coburn, Southern Kettle Moraine SNA Volunteer Steward

Both Paul and his gigantic effort have been inspiring to me.  He is truly dedicated to the health of the … Continue reading →

― Zach Kastern, Southern Kettle Moraine SNA Volunteer Steward