Kettle Moraine Land Trust

Nature Walk at Beulah Bog
2019-05-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Beulah Bog State Natural Area, Stringers Bridge Rd, East Troy, WI, 53120
Join KMLT’s Executive Director Greg Rajsky on a walk through Beulah Bog State Natural Area on Wednesday May 15th at 6:00 p.m. This walk is scheduled to finish by sundown and will take you from the oak savannah down through the bog itself, nestled in the kettle features. Several unusual and rare plant species may be found there… it will be a stimulating discovery walk!
For more information, call Greg at 262-949-7211 or email him at greg@kmlandtrust.org .

Mothers Day Bird Walk at Beulah Bog
2019-05-12 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Beulah Bog State Natural Area, Stringers Bridge Rd between County Hwy J and St Peters Rd, East Troy, WI, 53120
Join us for KMLT’s annual Mother’s Day Bird Walk, led by Jim Marrari, experienced birder; Derek Sallmann, Friends of the Mukwonago River; Greg Rajsky, Executive Director, Kettle Moraine Land Trust.
New this year – we will have a short introduction to birding: equipment, guides and photos, and lists of birds we might expect to see. Perfect for beginning birders as well as those who are more experienced and want an early morning nature walk.
Beulah Bog State Natural Area features upland woodlands and prairies with a trail down to an undisturbed bog featuring distinctive vegetation more typically found further north. The variety of habitats may harbor several species of birds for us to view and identify.
Bring boots for the walk in the bog (the boardwalk may be slightly underwater) and binoculars and camera if you have them.
If you can, make reservations by emailing info@kmlandtrust.org or calling KMLT at 262-949-7211. Parking space is limited so carpool if you can.
Beulah Bog State Natural Area is located north of East Troy. The Bog parking lot is located 0.8 mile south of County Highway J on Stringers Bridge Road.

Wildflower Walk at Petersen Island Woods Preserve
2019-05-01 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Petersen Island Woods Preserve, East end of Oak Park Road, Elkhorn, WI, 53121, United States
Join new Executive Director Greg Rajsky for a wildflower walk at Petersen Island Woods Preserve, Elkhorn. The walk will start at 6:00 and finish by 7:00 p.m.
This short walk through the hilly, wooded preserve will find spring wildflowers. All are sure to learn some new wildflowers and enjoy the outdoors.
The event is free of charge and no registration is necessary. Parking is limited – there are two spaces near the brick Trailside Terrace.
We are working on finding more parking but in the meantime, put this on your calendar and plan to attend! Updates will be provided soon!

Book Discussion with the Wild Ones
2019-04-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Mukwonago Public Library, 511 Division Street, Mukwonago, WI, 53149, United States
Join us for a joint meeting of the Kettle Moraine Chapter – Wild Ones and Kettle Moraine Land Trust with a presentation by Martha Bergland and Paul Hayes about their book, “Studying Wisconsin: The Life of Increase Lapham – Wisconsin’s Renaissance Man.” There will be door prizes and refreshments. Everyone is welcome and there will be no charge for attending.
In this biography of Wisconsin’s first scientist, authors Martha Bergland and Paul G. Hayes explore the remarkable life and achievements of Increase Lapham (1811-1875). Lapham’s ability to observe, understand, and meticulously catalog the natural world marked all of his work, from his days as a teenage surveyor on the Erie Canal to his last great contribution as state geologist. Self-taught, Lapham mastered botany, geology, archeology, limnology, mineralogy, engineering, meteorology, and cartography. A prolific writer, his 1844 guide to the territory was the first book published in Wisconsin. Asked late in life which field of science was his specialty, he replied simply, “I am studying Wisconsin.”
Lapham identified and preserved thousands of botanical specimens. He surveyed and mapped Wisconsin’s effigy mounds. He was a force behind the creation of the National Weather Service, lobbying for a storm warning system to protect Great Lakes Sailors. Studying Wisconsin chronicles the life and times of Wisconsin’s pioneer citizen-scientist.
Martha Bergland, after retiring from teaching English at Milwaukee Area Technical College, wrote an article for Milwaukee Magazine on Increase Lapham. The research for this article became five years of research on the biography. Bergland has written many articles and short stories, as well as two novels, A Farm Under A Lake, and Idle Curiosity, both published by Graywolf Press. She lives in Glendale, Wisconsin.
During 33 years at The Milwaukee Journal, science reporter Paul G. Hayes often relied on the work of Increase Lapham, whose home had been three blocks north of the newspaper office. After retiring in 1995, Hayes continued to write, often referring to Lapham and his contributions. This biography is a fitting finale to a fifty-year acquaintance. Paul and his wife live in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, where they raised two sons.

Price Park Spring Workday
2019-03-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Price Park Conservancy, N6418 Hodunk Rd, Elkhorn, 53121, United States
Kettle Moraine Land Trust partners with Walworth County on park management plans and workdays. The spring workday will be prairie seeding and brush cutting.
We will work from 9:00 a.m. to noon, and then have a lunch supplied by KMLT. All skill levels are welcome.
If you can, RSVP to Colleen Lesniak, 262-741-4223, or info@kmlandtrust.org so we know how many supplies (and lunch and water) to plan for.

Geology at the Local Level
2018-11-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington, WI, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington, WI, 53105, United States
Join us for a joint meeting of the Kettle Moraine Chapter – Wild Ones and Kettle Moraine Land Trust with a presentation by Raymond Wiggers, author and natural history expert, on “Geology at the Local Level.”
The talk will discuss local earth history from bedrock to Ice Age landmarks and tell how our area’s modern landscape and human settlement patterns have been shaped by the massive geologic forces of changing climate, glaciers, invading seas and shifting continents…and how Wisconsin’s prairies, wetlands and forests have helped shape the landscape too.
Everyone is welcome and there is no charge for attending.

Between the Lawn and the Wild
2018-11-14 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Havenwoods State Forest Environmental Awareness Center, 6141 N Hopkins St, Milwaukee, WI, 53209, United States
Southeastern Wisconsin Invasive Species Consortium (SEWISC) is having its Annual Educational Symposium on Wednesday, November 14th, at Havenwoods State Forest Environmental Awareness Center, 6141 N Hopkins St, Milwaukee, WI 53209.
This year’s subject is about our lawns – two experts will discuss healthy lawns, using diverse grass species and varieties, and lawn alternatives. The speakers are Dr Doug Soldat from UW-Madison’s Department of Soil Science and Dr Dan Carter, Principal-Specialist Biologist at the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
This is a great opportunity to learn from experts with years of experience about manageable, sustainable lawns with lessons that can apply to all of us.
The talk is from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public. There will be refreshments and a raffle.

Fall Volunteer Stewardship Workday at Price Park
2018-10-27 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Price Park Conservancy, N6418 Hodunk Rd, Elkhorn, 53121, United States
Come to Price Park and help other volunteers remove glossy buckthorn from the woodlands. No skills are required; you will be trained! Also take time to check the native plantings in the prairie that KMLT planted in August, 2017.
Come for an hour or stay all morning. Lunch will be provided. Please register by calling Maggie Zoellner at: (262) 949-7211, or Colleen Lesniak, Walworth County Volunteer Services Coordinator (262) 741-4223.

Volunteer Workday at Beulah Bluff Preserve
2018-10-20 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Beulah Bluff Preserve, N9026 Bakavi Way, East Troy, WI, 53120, United States
Spend a beautiful fall afternoon collecting seeds at Beulah Bluff Preserve. We’ll be collecting seeds from native plants to sow next spring. We may also have time to work on invasive species, such as doing some buckthorn removal.
Any skill level is fine, but it is a good idea to bring glove and wear long sleeves.
To register, email info@kmlandtrust.org or call Maggie at 262-949-7211.
This is KMLT’s newest preserve and it is exciting to see what’s happening there!

Night Hike at Beber Camp, East Troy
2018-10-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Beber Camp, W 1741 Co Rd J, Mukwonago, WI, 53149, United States
Friends of the Mukwonago River and their partners are offering a unique opportunity for a night hike at Beber Camp. The hike starts at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, October 13th. You’ll see and hear night sounds, night birds, night animals and night owls.
Please dress appropriately for whatever the Wisconsin weather offers that night!
Please RSVP to Derek Sallmann, derek.fomr@gmail.com.

Stewardship Workday - Natureland Park
2018-09-15 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Natureland Park, W8338 Territorial Road, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States
Natureland Park
Fall is a perfect time to volunteer at Natureland Park! This workday will focus on continuing the removal of invasive plants, trail trimming and beautifying the prairie. Depending on the weather we might be able to collect native seed.
Come for an hour or stay all morning. A delicious lunch will be provided giving us time to chat and reflect on our accomplishments.
Please register by calling Maggie Zoellner at: (262) 949-7211, or Colleen Lesniak, Walworth County Volunteer Services Coordinator (262) 741-4390.

Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge Tour
2018-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge, N541 Highway H, Genoa City, Wisconsin
Join the Friends of Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge for a hike on the first piece of Hackmatack NWR to be open to the public! The hike takes place on Tuesday, September 11 from 6-7:30 p.m. at N541 County Highway H, Genoa City, Wisconsin. You will be able to enjoy a tour with expert guides and be able to meet the new US Fish and Wildlife Service refuge manager, the first official employee for Hackmatack NWR.
The Genoa City Tract, just northeast of Genoa City on Highway H is the locaiton of this unique opportunity. The 86-acre tract was acquired by Ducks Unlimited in 2013 who restored farm fields on the site to wetland and prairie habitat. The site also features a woodland area with an amazingly intact and diverse understory of native woodland flora. The property is managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service as an official piece of Hackmatack NWR.
Directions: Turn in the lane at the New Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge sign and follow the signs to parking. Wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots. Light refresnments will be served.
This event is sponsored by Friends of Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge, a non-profit group whose purpose is to connect people to the refuge and conserve and enhance the natural and cultural resources, rural character and scenic beauty of the refuge.
Contact the Friends for more information at 262-448-3558.

Summer Volunteer Stewardship Workday - Natureland Park
2018-06-15 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Natureland Park, W8338 Territorial Road, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States
Park Improvement and Tree Planting
Join us for a morning of giving back. We’ll be making improvements at the park including removing invasive species and planting native plants. Depending on weather and conditions there will be a boat ride to plan island plantings.
Come for an hour or stay all morning. Lunch will be provided. Please register by calling Maggie Zoellner at: (262) 949-7211, or Colleen Lesniak, Walworth County Volunteer Services Coordinator (262) 741-4390.

2018 Prairie Walk
2018-06-13 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington, WI, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington, WI, 53105, United States
Plan to attend the 2018 Walworth/Kenosha County Prairie Walk! It will take place on Wednesday, June 13th at the Century Oaks Farm, Burlington, WI. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the program starts at 9:00 a.m
Cost is $15 which includes lunch.
Register by printing and mailing this form, or register online – see form for details.
See you there!
2018 prairie walk form

Books, Birds and Butterflies - May 5, 2018
2018-05-05 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Natureland Park, W8338 Territorial Road, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with Books, Birds and Butterflies at Your Local Library
Kettle Moraine Land Trust is partnering with local libraries on May 5th to let you know how YOU can make our communities and our Earth a beautiful home for all of us.
Stop by your library to look through their collection of books that will inspire you to make the world a greener and better place to live.
Then chat with a KMLT volunteer about what you can do in your own garden or yard to attract and nourish butterflies, birds and more. A limited number of free native plants and seeds will be available.
Questions? Call Maggie Zoellner, Executive Director at 262-949-7211 or email info@kmlandtrust.org.

Adelman-Schwartz Work Day
2018-03-17 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington, WI, 7047 Hospital Road, Burlington, WI, 53105, United States
Join the Prairie Enthusiasts from 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday, February 17th to help remove invasive species on this lovely small dry prairie in the Town of Sugar Creek. Bring gloves, wear boots and bring loppers if you have them.
For more information, email Zach Kastern at zkastern@hotmail.com.

Volunteer Stewardship Work Day February 17th
2018-02-17 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Adelman Schwartz Preserve, North Lake, Elkhorn, 53121, United States
Want to get some winter exercise and learn about Walworth County prairies? There will be a work day from 9 a.m. to noon at the Adelman-Schwartz preserve in North Lake.
This small dry prairie on the north shore of North Lake (Walworth County) is owned by The Prairie Enthusiasts and protected by a conservation easement held by the Kettle Moraine Land Trust. The preserve is located in the Town of Sugar Creek (northwest of Elkhorn). Meet at the intersection of Blue Wing Rd. and North Lakeshore Drive. Park on Blue Wing Rd. We will be working on removing invasive species. Bring gloves wear boots, and bring loppers if you have them.
New volunteers are always welcome. You’ll be trained on what to do!
For more information on this volunteer opportunity email Zach Kastern, site manager, at zkastern@hotmail.com

Candlelight Ski and Hike in the Kettle Moraine State Forest
2018-01-20 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Ski or hike the 1.6 mile Purple Loop of the Nordic Trail through the woods that will be illuminated by 450 candles! No hills – no spills! There will be a bonfire to roast marshmallows or cookout. Food will be available for purchase, provided by the Kettle Moraine Natural History Association.
All vehicles will need a vehicle admission sticker. Get more information at the Wisconsin DNR website, dnr.wi.gov. This is a Wisconsin DNR hosted event so for additional details please contact DNR staff at: 262-594-6200.
The Nordic Trail is located on Highway H about 4 miles south of Palmyra and 1.5 miles north of LaGrange.

Adelman Schwartz Preserve Workday
2018-01-20 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Adelman Schwartz Preserve, North Lake, Elkhorn, 53121, United States
Volunteer Stewardship Workday, 9 – Noon
This small 2 acre hilltop prairie is protected by the Kettle Moraine Land Trust with a conservation easement. The preserve is located south of Whitewater and overlooks North Lake. Join the property owner, The Prairie Enthusiasts, as they remove buckthorn and other aggressive and non native species to help the prairie thrive. Bring gloves and loppers if you have them.
For more information on this volunteer opportunity email Zach Kastern, site steward at zkastern@hotmail.com

Bald Eagle Day
2018-01-20 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Geneva Lake Beach, S Lake Shore Dr, Fontana Blvd, Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI, 53125, United States
Search the skies and help count the number of Bald Eagles in Walworth County with the US Fish & Wildlife staff and Friends of Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge at Geneva Lake Beach. Learn about the recent movements and life history of these majestic birds of prey. A few binoculars will be available so please bring your own if you have them. This event is great for families and children. Geneva Lake Beach is located at the west end of sparkling Lake Geneva in Fontana.
Contact Maggie Zoellner, KMLT Executive Director for more information at: 262-949-7211.

First Day Hike at Kettle Moraine State Forest
2018-01-01 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Start the New Year off with a 4-mile hike on the Scuppernong Trail through the Kettle Moraine State Forest – Southern Unit. The wide cut trail is great for conservation as we walk and experience winter in the forest. Snowshoes are welcome if needed! Pets must be leashed at all times. A 2018 Wisconsin State Park Sticker is required and you can self-register there.
The hike will be cancelled only if weather is severe or roads are dangerous. The hotline 262-594-6200 will have up to date information
The hike starts at 11 a.m. Meet at the Scuppernong Hiking Trails – north side of County Highway ZZ about 0.5 miles east of Highway 67, 4 miles north of Eagle.
This is one of many First Day Hikes sponsored by the Wisconsin State Park system. For more information see the Wisconsin DNR website, dnr.wi.gov.

Volunteer Stewardship Workday Natureland Park
2017-11-04 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Natureland Park, W8338 Territorial Road, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States
Join us for a morning of giving back. We’ll be helping Walworth County park staff remove invasive brush and possibly collecting native prairie seed. Come for an hour or stay all morning. No previous experience necessary!
Lunch will be provided. Please register by calling 262-949-7211.

Volunteer Stewardship Workday Beulah Bluff Preserve
2017-10-20 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Beulah Bluff Preserve, N9026 Bakavi Way, East Troy, WI, 53120, United States
Lend a hand to remove invasive species so the native prairie can flourish. If the weather cooperates, we’ll also collect seed from prairie grasses and flowers to sow in other areas of the preserve. Bring work gloves and a water bottle. No experience necessary. Register by emailing Maggie@kmlandtrust.org.

Volunteer Stewardship Workday - Price Park Conservancy
2017-10-13 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Phoenix) | Price Park Conservancy, N6418 Hodunk Rd, Elkhorn, 53121, United States
Join us for a morning of giving back. We’ll be helping Walworth County park staff remove invasive brush from the prairie at the park, and possibly collecting native prairie seed. Come for an hour or stay all morning. No previous experience necessary!
Lunch will be provided. Please register by calling 262-949-7211.

Nature Nourishes Body & Soul: Hand-Feed Monarchs
2016-08-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Price Park Conservancy, N6418 Hodunk Rd, Elkhorn, 53121, United States
Join us for this open house special event at Price Park in Elkhorn. Experience live Monarch Butterflies at each stage in their life cycle, from egg to caterpillar to majestic butterfly. Step inside the Butterfly Tent to hand-feed Monarchs and witness these beautiful and important pollinators up close! While you’re waiting for the tent, explore the trails at Price Park. Admission is free with a non-perishable food donation for Feeding Walworth County.
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Nature Nourishes Body & Soul: Wild Edibles
2016-07-16 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Natureland Park, W8338 Territorial Road, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States
Join our Expert Naturalist for a hike and plant collection on the park trails. At the hike’s end, we’ll share a community salad and learn about wild edible plants!
Saturday July 16th at 11:00AM
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Nature Nourishes Body & Soul Series: In Touch With Trees Hike
2016-06-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix) | Tripp Lake Park, 407 S Wisconsin St, Whitewater, WI, 53190, United States
Join us for a guided hike through beautiful Tripp Lake Park and learn to safely grow edible mushrooms in your own backyard! Admission is free with a non-perishable food donation for Feeding Walworth County.
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