Bob Bangert Park to be Renamed to Sanders Wildlife Refuge

The process of renaming Bob Bangert Park has passed its final hurdle. The new name will honor a local man who has made wildlife conservation his passion. Glenn Sanders will be honored for his commitment to the protection and sustainment. Glenn is a former Conservation Officer for IDNR and current President of Mississippi Valley Hunters & Fishermen Association, who will be doing to work to restore the park. The park has not been used for many years to the full capacity due to the high water table and Mississippi River flooding. Glenn and MVHFA over the next 3-5 years will be planting new trees and plenty of other work to turn the park into a wildlife refuge. the club as already done a lot of work in the Quincy Bay refuge. Glenn is also the founding member of TEAM SANDERS a local waterfowl hunting group. TEAM SANDERS strives to teach youth ethical waterfowl hunting practices and with the name TEAM SANDERS the kids get a sense of teamwork.