by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 8, 2026
Shining Oaks Work Party
Sunday, July 12 – 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Shining Oaks in Jefferson County, WI
The Prairie Enthusiasts has an easement on this 40-acre parcel which includes high quality oak savanna and sedge meadow remnants. We will be clearing downed, woody materials in preparation for a fall burn in the oak savanna. Future workdays may involve buckthorn treatment.
DIFFICULTY: Moderate (hilly terrain).
WHAT TO BRING:
Wear sturdy shoes, sun hat and long sleeves, bring work gloves, water, sunscreen, insect repellent and safety glasses (sunglasses ok).
WORK PARTY LEADER:
Amanda Langer (alanger122@gmail.com). Please RSVP to obtain the location and receive notice of cancellation or other changes.
DIRECTIONS:
The property is located at N2416 Rockdale Rd., Cambridge. MAP HERE
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 8, 2026
Shining Oaks Work Party
Sunday, June 7 – 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Location: Shining Oaks in Jefferson County, WI
The Prairie Enthusiasts has an easement on this 40-acre parcel which includes high quality oak savanna and sedge meadow remnants. We will be clearing downed, woody materials in preparation for a fall burn in the oak savanna. Future workdays may involve buckthorn treatment.
DIFFICULTY: Moderate (hilly terrain).
WHAT TO BRING:
Wear sturdy shoes, sun hat and long sleeves, bring work gloves, water, sunscreen, insect repellent and safety glasses (sunglasses ok).
WORK PARTY LEADER:
Amanda Langer (alanger122@gmail.com). Please RSVP to obtain the location and receive notice of cancellation or other changes.
DIRECTIONS:
The property is located at N2416 Rockdale Rd., Cambridge. MAP HERE
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 8, 2026
Neda Mine State Natural Area Work Party
Saturday, July 18 – 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Neda Mine, Dodge County, WI
Help our native bats! Work will include removing invasives, clearing woody debris, and other activities to help keep the mine entrances clear for our bats. The property is closed to public access.
Neda Mine is one of the most important bat hibernacula sites in the Midwest- and is used by little brown bats, big brown bats, northern long-eared bats, and tricolored bats (formerly called eastern pipistrelles).
In 2015, the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome (WNS) was detected at this site. WNS caused a severe decline in cave bat populations in the state since its arrival. The WI DNR has been monitoring the populations to watch for signs of recovery- and many bats still use the Neda Mine site.
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Moderate (hilly terrain)
WHAT TO BRING:
Come dressed for the weather and brush removal, and be sure to bring water. Long pants, long sleeves, work gloves, and boots are best for parsnip work. You do not need to bring tools, but you can ask Nancy if you have something you would like to bring.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
Please contact Nancy Gloe via email ngloe1@wi.rr.com. Please RSVP to receive notice of cancellation or other changes.
LOCATION:
You must RSVP to receive an email with the location and access instructions.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 8, 2026
Benedict Prairie Site Improvement
Saturday, July 25 – 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Benedict Prairie, Kenosha County
This work day will likely be pulling invasive species.
DIFFICULTY: Easy-moderate (some uneven ground) – cutting or dragging brush can be difficult in some areas.
WHAT TO BRING:
Recommended for the workday: wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring water.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
RSVP to Alan Eppers via email AJE1967@hotmail.com.
DIRECTIONS:
I-94 to state Hwy 50 (Kenosha/Lake Geneva exit) Hwy 50 west 1.5 miles to 144th Ave. South on 144th Ave 0.6 miles Benedict Prairie is on the east side. There is a sign near the road. MAP
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jun 8, 2026
Adelman-Schwartz Preserve Work Party
Saturday, June 6 – 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Adelman-Schwartz Preserve in Walworth County, WI
WHAT TO BRING:
Bring drinking water. Please wear warm working clothes (long sleeves and long pants) plus sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring work gloves and eye protection (glasses are fine) if you have them, but we also have extras. I will bring all of the cutting tools and supplies (loppers, hand pruners, and a brush cutter).
WORK PARTY LEADER:
RSVP to Michaela Rosenthal via phone (608-886-0449) or email michaela.a.rosenthal@gmail.com. Work is usually snow or shine, but RSVP to receive notice of any cancellations or other changes.
DIRECTIONS:
Located off of N Lakeshore Dr on the north shore of North Lake in Walworth Co. Map here.
