by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 27, 2026
Many Rivers Chapter Annual Potluck Picnic and Elections
Saturday, September 19 – Save the date!
Location: Brad Gaard’s property in New Ulm, MN
Save the date for Many Rivers’ annual picnic on September 19 at Brad Gaard’s. We will do a potluck and Many Rivers will provide pulled pork.
We will also hold annual elections.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring a dish to share using the chart below:
Last names beginning with A-H: Salads
Last names beginning with I-P: Side dishes (beans, chips, veggies, etc.)
Last names beginning with Q-Z: Desserts
CONTACT:
Email Jim Lynch if you have questions and to RSVP. If for some reason there is a cancellation, it will be announced through the Many Rivers email list. Contact Jim to be added to the email list.
LOCATION:
19262 Co Rd 25
New Ulm, MN 56073
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 21, 2026
Coulee Region Chapter Social and Hikes
Saturday, September 26 – 10:00 a.m.
Location: Holland Sand Prairie, Midway Prairie and more
We haven’t had a gathering of members in a couple years, so here is your chance to join other members (non-members are welcome) and share your passion for prairies. We’ll start at 10:00 with a short hike at Holland Sand Prairie then go to Midway Prairie to see the progress being made to restore it. From there, we’ll go to Melinda Knutson and Dave Ford’s home on Lake Onalaska for a potluck lunch and socializing. More details to come!
RSVP
If you plan to attend or have any questions, please contact Jim Rogala at (jrogala58@gmail.com).
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
