Work parties meet the third Saturday of the month, April-October, to pull invasives, cut brush, or gather seed. Specific work will be announced by email before the work date. Additional dates are added throughout the season. All workdays are from 9 AM - noon.
June 16
July 21
August 18
Sept. 15
Oct. 20
Workdays are weather dependent; let us know you are coming at restoration@pheasantbranch.org, we will let you know if we have to cancel.
We hope you can join us!
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Join other volunteers in ecological restoration activities in the Lakeshore Nature Preserve on the UW-Madison campus. Activities vary and include removing invasive plants, planting native plants, collecting native seed, and maintaining trails. Tools and gloves provided. Dress to work outdoors. Long pants and closed-toe shoes required. Work is conducted off-trail on uneven ground. Groups and minors require advance notice. Cancelled in case of steady precipitation or severe weather--high winds, thunder/lightning.
Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the prairie! The colors are changing and prairie seeds are ripening on the stem. Join Dane County Parks for a fall harvest on the prairie as we collect seeds around the County at different parks each week. Seeds are collected to plant and enhance lands in other natural areas for pollinators, wildlife, and land restoration. Join us for what will be a unique and rewarding experience. No prior experience is needed. All tools and training will be provided. Groups (students or other) need to contact Lars directly to register and talk over logistics.
Please register at the following link: HERE
Schedule:
Meet at 9:00 am and collect seed till 12:00 noon
Monday, August 20, 2018 Lake Farm - Park across from Lussier Family Heritage Center grass parking lot Lake Farm Rd.
Thursday, August 30, 2018 Schumacher Farm County Park (meet off Schumacher Rd)
Tuesday, September 4, 2018 E-Way (Lake Farm Rd)
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 Pheasant Branch Conservancy (County portion)
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 Donald County Park (Sutter Lane)
Wednesday, September 19, 2018 Yahara Heights County Park (Caton Lane entrance)
Wednesday, September 26, 2018 Swamp Lovers Preserve - 5053 County Road KP, Cross Plains, WI 53528
Thursday, September 27, 2018 Indian Lake County Park (Shelter 1)
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 Holy Wisdom Prairies (meet upper parking lot)
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 CamRock County Park (Shelter #3)
Friday, October 12, 2018 Ice Age Junction (Highway PD-parking lot with metal shed)
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 Ice Age Junction (Highway M – 8451 Flagtone Dr. & Hwy M Verona)
Friday, October 26, 2018 Ice Age Junction (Ice Age Reddan Soccer Fields)
For further questions contact:
Lars Higdon (608) 286-9497 higdon.lars@countyofdane.com
Or Rhea Stangel-Maier (608) 224-3601 stangel-maier@countyofdane.com
The Friday Night Lights Series presented by Glide Disc Golf and MVP Disc Sports. We are going to light up the baskets with MVP's new Lunar Module LED Basket Lights. You come...bring some friends...disc golf at night...and have fun! Friday, October 5th at Capital Springs 7:00-10:00 Friday, October 12th at Elver Park 7:00-10:00 Friday, October 19th at Token Creek 7:00-10:00 Friday, October 26th at Hiestand Park 7:00-10:00 A daily or seasonal disc golf permit is required however there is no additional charge for this event.
2-packs of flat LED lights for your discs will be available for $4.
A big thanks to MVP Disc Sports, Dane County Parks and Madison Parks.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Anderson Farm Friends group hosts a Saturday morning volunteer workday once a month. The public is invited to join them.
Direction, supplies and tools will be provided.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Join other volunteers in ecological restoration activities in the Lakeshore Nature Preserve on the UW-Madison campus. Activities vary and include removing invasive plants, planting native plants, collecting native seed, and maintaining trails. Tools and gloves provided. Dress to work outdoors. Long pants and closed-toe shoes required. Work is conducted off-trail on uneven ground. Groups and minors require advance notice. Cancelled in case of steady precipitation or severe weather--high winds, thunder/lightning.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Public Hearing for Land and Water Resource Management Plan
This event will provide the necessary training to pass the Salt Certification Exam and have you listed as a certified salt applicator. The training will cover pre-storm preparation, equipment calibration guidance, application rates, de-icer selection and more. The goal of the training is to educate winter maintenance professionals on how to use the least amount of de-icing materials necessary to keep pavements safe throughout the winter. For more information on the City of Madison Winter Salt Certification program visit https://www.cityofmadison.com/live-work/sustainability/winter-salt-certification .
Coffee, bagels, and lunch will be included with the registration fee of $12.00. Registration will be capped at 40 people for this training session.
Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Join other volunteers in ecological restoration activities in the Lakeshore Nature Preserve on the UW-Madison campus. Activities vary and include removing invasive plants, planting native plants, collecting native seed, and maintaining trails. Tools and gloves provided. Dress to work outdoors. Long pants and closed-toe shoes required. Work is conducted off-trail on uneven ground. Groups and minors require advance notice. Cancelled in case of steady precipitation or severe weather--high winds, thunder/lightning.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Join other volunteers in ecological restoration activities in the Lakeshore Nature Preserve on the UW-Madison campus. Activities vary and include removing invasive plants, planting native plants, collecting native seed, and maintaining trails. Tools and gloves provided. Dress to work outdoors. Long pants and closed-toe shoes required. Work is conducted off-trail on uneven ground. Groups and minors require advance notice. Cancelled in case of steady precipitation or severe weather--high winds, thunder/lightning.
Anderson Farm Friends group hosts a Saturday morning volunteer workday once a month. The public is invited to join them.
Direction, supplies and tools will be provided.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Help improve native habitat and help native plants thrive by removing invasive plant species in the Lake Wingra watershed. The UW-Madison Arboretum maintains one the oldest prairie restorations in the world. Groups interested in volunteering should contact Marian Farrior in advance to coordinate. Work parties are cancelled if it is raining or snowing.
Presented by the Four Lakes Traditional Music Collective, the Sugar Maple Music Festival is a two-day outdoor festival celebrating American roots music through performances, educational workshops, and interactive jam sessions. This family-friendly festival offers entertainment for people of all ages. The diversity of performances invites people of all backgrounds and ages to enjoy and learn about the performing arts in the beautiful setting of Lake Farm County Park. Performances, workshops, and jams are held concurrently at three stages. Formal performances take place on the main stage. Artists hold educational workshops and jams in a more intimate setting on the Roots & Reasons stage. This stage provides an unique opportunity for festival attendees to interact with the artists through interviews, discussions, workshops, demonstrations, and interactive jam sessions. Interviews with performers allow festival attendees to learn about the history, culture, and techniques of the traditional arts. Workshops, demonstrations, and jam sessions provide Dane County residents an opportunity to integrate the knowledge and skills of these artists into to our own community.
Presented by the Four Lakes Traditional Music Collective, the Sugar Maple Music Festival is a two-day outdoor festival celebrating American roots music through performances, educational workshops, and interactive jam sessions. This family-friendly festival offers entertainment for people of all ages. The diversity of performances invites people of all backgrounds and ages to enjoy and learn about the performing arts in the beautiful setting of Lake Farm County Park. Performances, workshops, and jams are held concurrently at three stages. Formal performances take place on the main stage. Artists hold educational workshops and jams in a more intimate setting on the Roots & Reasons stage. This stage provides an unique opportunity for festival attendees to interact with the artists through interviews, discussions, workshops, demonstrations, and interactive jam sessions. Interviews with performers allow festival attendees to learn about the history, culture, and techniques of the traditional arts. Workshops, demonstrations, and jam sessions provide Dane County residents an opportunity to integrate the knowledge and skills of these artists into to our own community.
The 2nd Annual No Fear All Fun 5k Run/Walk is an event in memory of Michael Neill a Lafollette Cross Country Runner who was killed in a tragic car accident in September, 2017. The Run/Walk is a chip timed race, the event begins at 9am, registration at 8am, set up to begin 6am. All proceeds go to Sennett, Whitehorse and St. Dennis Middle School Running clubs. There will be tents at the start finishline for water and snacks, there is need for the shelter with the bathrooms open and there is a need for extra tables