Summer Events
We hope to see you this summer at our summer events hosted by the Coulee Region Chapter and the Glacial Prairie Chapter on June 20-22 and July 27!
Photo on Avon Ridge by Jerry Newman.
Summer Events
We hope to see you this summer!
Photo by Sue Steinmann.
Celebrate Nature Near You This Summer
New to fire-dependent habitats? Miss connecting with other prairie-minded people? Want a tour of rare habitats? Join the Coulee Region Chapter and the Glacial Prairie Chapter this summer to enjoy rare prairies and socialization with fellow Prairie Enthusiasts. No matter your home Chapter or prairie experience, we invite all to attend!
Celebrate the Prairies of the Driftless
Hosted by the Coulee Region Chapter
Friday, June 20 to Sunday, June 22
La Crosse, WI and Ferryville, WI
Join our first big summer event hosted by the Coulee Region Chapter. On Friday evening, there will be an optional social gathering. Saturday includes prairie hikes and workshops. Connect with fellow Prairie Enthusiasts for dinner and a presentation at the Concordia Ballroom in La Crosse Saturday evening. Continue exploring local prairies in La Crosse on Sunday. Multiple registration options are available to suit your interests. This event is open to and appropriate for both longtime Prairie Enthusiasts and those who are completely new to the field. It is family-friendly, and no prior knowledge is required.
Celebrate the River Oak Barrens at Mukwonago
Hosted by the Glacial Prairie Chapter
Sunday, July 27 – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Mukwonago River Oak Barrens in Eagle, WI
Join Prairie Enthusiasts to explore and celebrate this regionally unique property containing oak barrens, moist savanna, low prairie and sedge meadow. The event includes a tour with Site Steward and Ecologist Dan Carter. Registration will include a simple lunch onsite. Come enjoy the rare species on this site and see the progress made in 2024 to restore habitat. There is a 40-person capacity limit at the site, so register today to reserve your spot!
Questions?
info@theprairieenthusiasts.org / (608) 676-0985