by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 21, 2026
Cut and Pile Black Oaks at Kalscheur Oak Savanna
Wednesday, August 12 – 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Location: Kalscheur Oak Savanna near Hollandale, WI
Modern prescribed burning conditions often do not generate the intensity of fires that likely occurred historically. Recent fires have not top-killed many black oaks at Kalscheur Oak Savanna. As these trees are maturing, this threatens to change the site from a bur oak savanna to a black oak woodland.
During this work party, we will cut black oaks that are crowding bur oaks and encroaching on prairie portions of the site.
WHAT TO BRING:
Feel free to bring a chainsaw and appropriate PPE. Non-sawyers can drag and pile cut materials to burn piles. All workers should have work gloves. Bring water.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
Pat Handrick, patrick.handrick@gmail.com; (c) 608.354.3467 (texting preferred). Please contact Pat if you are coming so they know how many to expect and who to contact in case of cancellation.
LOCATION:
From Hollandale, drive 2 miles south on CTH K. Watch for cars parked along the road near 596 County Road K – this is the neighbors’ house across the street from the The Prairie Enthusiasts’ access easement. Park as far as possible off the road. Look for The Prairie Enthusiasts sign at the start of the access easement next to the highway. Head downhill from there, following the cleared corridor. At the bottom of the hill, cross the bridge, then you should be able to see and hear the workers on the site.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 21, 2026
Spotted Knapweed Removal at Giordano Oak Barrens and Sand Prairie
Sunday, August 9 – 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Giordano Oak Barrens and Sand Prairie, Lodi, WI
This may be our final spotted knapweed removal work party for the summer. Please join in removing the last of the spotted knapweed plants from the site and help us continue the amazing progress made at this wonderful site.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring gloves and wear eye protection. Sunscreen, drinking water, and hat are strongly encouraged.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
Kevin McKown (kevandnan8@gmail.com).
LOCATION:
Navigate using this link: N2894 County Road V, Lodi, WI.. Do not type the address into Google Maps. LINK HERE
N2894 Hwy V, Poynette WI. This property is new to The Prairie Enthusiasts, and the address only recently posted so may not show up on maps.
From the intersection of Hwy 113 and Hwy 60 in Lodi travel 0.5 mile east on Hwy 60. Turn left on Lindsay Road, continue onto County Road J. Continue onto County Road V. The entrance to the property is located across from N2895 Hwy V, Poynette. Look for TPE boundary signs and green gate entrance on right. Please drive through the gate and park to the side.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 21, 2026
Spotted Knapweed Removal at Giordano Oak Barrens and Sand Prairie
Thursday, July 30 – 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Location: Giordano Oak Barrens and Sand Prairie, Lodi, WI
We’ve been working hard at removing spotted knapweed from the site and preventing establishment in newly opened areas. We’ll be hand pulling and possibly bagging spotted knapweed from remaining areas and sweeping through areas already covered to remove any remaining plants.
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring gloves and wear eye protection. Sunscreen, drinking water, and hat are strongly encouraged.
WORK PARTY LEADER:
Luke DeBiasio (LDeBiasio@theprairieenthusiasts.org).
LOCATION:
Navigate using this link: N2894 County Road V, Lodi, WI.. Do not type the address into Google Maps. LINK HERE
N2894 Hwy V, Poynette WI. This property is new to The Prairie Enthusiasts, and the address only recently posted so may not show up on maps.
From the intersection of Hwy 113 and Hwy 60 in Lodi travel 0.5 mile east on Hwy 60. Turn left on Lindsay Road, continue onto County Road J. Continue onto County Road V. The entrance to the property is located across from N2895 Hwy V, Poynette. Look for TPE boundary signs and green gate entrance on right. Please drive through the gate and park to the side.
by The Prairie Enthusiasts | Jul 15, 2026
Benedict Prairie Site Improvement
Saturday, August 22 – 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 | Jul 15, 2026
Adelman-Schwartz Preserve Work Party
Saturday, July 11 – 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.
