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
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). At 1:00 p.m., we will have our Chapter updates.
CONTACT:
For information about this gathering, contact Chapter President Becky Fernette at (bspence@tds.net) or (608) 379-0781.
LOCATION:
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. Please register by July 26.
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE
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 The Prairie Enthusiasts | May 20, 2026
Pollinator Picnic
Saturday, July 25 – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Montello, WI
Ripon College Professor Ben Grady will lead an educational walk through the prairies at John Muir County Park in Marquette County. Ben will identify various bee species to help you increase your knowledge on pollinators. This park is land maintained by DNR and includes a natural play area for children and bathrooms.
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY: Easy to moderate
WHAT TO BRING:
Your lunch, water, tick spray.
CONTACT:
Please contact Cheri Salzberg at Salzbergcheri@gmail.com if you have questions or want to join.
LOCATION:
John Muir County Park
N1424 Co Rd F, Montello, WI 53949
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.
