by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 15, 2026
Southwest Wisconsin Annual Gathering at Borah Creek Prairie
Sunday, September 20 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Borah Creek Prairie in Fennimore, WI
You’re invited to attend the Annual Gathering & Potluck with the Southwest Wisconsin Chapter of The Prairie Enthusiasts. Come enjoy the beauty of Borah Creek Prairie and connect with others in our community!
The day will begin with a guided walk at 10:30 a.m. followed by a potluck lunch at Noon (please bring a dish to share; lemonade and water will be provided). At 1:00 p.m., we will have our Chapter highlights. Our Board meeting (open to all) will begin around 2:15 p.m.
Prairie Enthusiasts who are not Southwest Wisconsin Chapter members and all potential volunteers are welcome to attend!
Invite your family and friends and share your passion for prairies!
Bring a comfy camp chair for lounging.
CONTACT:
For information about this gathering, contact Chapter President Becky Fernette at (bspence@tds.net) or (608) 379-0781.
LOCATION:
From the west side of Fennimore, head south on Rodger Hollow Road for 2.7 miles. Turn right onto Townline Road. Go west for 0.8 miles. Turn left (south) on Mt Ridge Road. Go 1/3 mile to the access road and parking lot to Borah Creek Prairie on the right.
Address: 11949 Mt. Ridge Road, Fennimore
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 29, 2026
Glacial Prairie Chapter Annual Meeting & Picnic
Saturday, August 1 – 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Waterloo, WI
Join The Prairie Enthusiasts Glacial Prairie Chapter for its annual meeting and picnic. Guests will enjoy food and drink, a property tour and great conversation. Bring friends and family to introduce them to The Prairie Enthusiasts and to hear all about the Glacial Prairie Chapter’s accomplishments over the past year!
This event is free to attend.
Event registration is closed, but if you are still interested in attending, please RSVP via email to Aaron Feggestad (aaron@heartlandecological.com).
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 8, 2026
Glacial Prairie Chapter Burn After Action Meeting
Sunday, June 14 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: UWM-Waukesha Field Station in Oconomowoc, WI
The Glacial Prairie Chapter’s burn after action meeting for the 2025-2026 burn season will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 3:00 p.m. All burn participants are encouraged to attend. Others with an interest in our burn program are welcome–even if they did not participate in burns. This is an important part of our burn program, but this is also a social event. Restrooms will be available.
There should be a chance to walk and see some of the post-fire effects of a burn we completed at the Field Station on March 4.
We will discuss:
-The burns we accomplished
-What went well
-What could have gone better
-Plans/ambitions for next burn season
-General burn program needs/wants
WHAT TO BRING:
Dress for the weather, though some inside space should be available if needed.
Attendees are very welcome to bring food or drink to share, but if getting something together just isn’t in the cards for you that day, you are still welcome.
In addition to food/drink, bring a camping chair (there are some Leopold benches), insect repellent, and your own plate/silverware to reduce waste.
LOCATION:
UWM-Waukesha Field Station (W349 S1480 Waterville Rd, Oconomowoc, WI). MAP HERE
by Evanne Hunt | May 22, 2026
Date: June 15
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Location: 920 3rd St., downtown Hudson, Fellowship Hall
Map to location
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88358693061?pwd=yjwaDk7lbz0xKpW7PNXBEinX1W4Cbe.1
Previous meeting minutes
Agenda
Review DNR Burn Database
Site Steward Updates
Each steward reviews
Summer goals and priorities
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | May 19, 2026
Sunrise Chapter Kick-Off Membership Meeting
Tuesday, June 23 – 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Ki-Chi-Saga County Park in Lindstrom, MN
Join us for this free initial membership meeting and Sunrise Chapter kick-off to celebrate the recent establishment of the Sunrise Chapter and completion of our first burn season! Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served!
To learn more and register for this FREE meeting and gathering, click HERE.
