Barton County and the Byway Steering Committee have established aWetlands and Wildlife National Scenic Byway Fund at the Golden Belt Community Foundation. This new fund supports the Byway Committee’s efforts to promote public awareness and enjoyment of the byway, which connects Cheyenne Bottoms and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge.In 2009 Barton County contracted with North Star to develop a Marketing Plan for the Wetlands and Wildlife National Scenic Byway. During North Star’s analysis and research, it was discovered that other byways across the country have been successful in partnering with a foundation to market and sustain the byway.The committee chose to partner with the Golden Belt Community Foundation to establish a fund for the byway because it offers an effective way for the community to contribute.