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SUMMARY:Parade of Prairies
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for the first-ever Parade of Prairies!\nThis summer\, the Friends of the Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum invite you on a journey through the heart of Fond du Lac County. We’re opening the gates to 5 of Fond du Lac County’s most stunning native landscapes\, including the prairies of the Gottfried\, Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes\, Laudolff Ledge Conservation Area\, Bill Nettelhorst’s private prairie\, and the Greenway Arboretum. \nWhy Join Us?\n\nBe a Prairie Explorer: Discover hidden gems and private restorations\nYour Pace\, Your Way: Tour one\, two\, or conquer all of them! It’s the perfect summer Saturday road trip.\nNature in High-Def: From important pollinators to the “ocean” of tallgrass and wildflowers\, see Wisconsin as it looked a century ago.\nIt’s Free!  Donations are appreciated to bring more events like this to the community.\n\n  \nDownload the attached Site Map\, Schedule\, and Prairie Guide!   Parade of Prairies Final 6-24-26\nPrairie Descriptions on page 2!\n  \n\n\nThings to remember to bring along for your prairie road trip:\n\nHat\, sunscreen\, bug/tick spray\, appropriate clothing\, and shoes for walking & being outside in warm weather\nReusable water bottle – some prairie hosts may have water available to fill your bottle\nA packed or purchased lunch or snacks – We will be having a lunch break at Bill Nettelhorst’s art studio patio overlooking his prairie (#3 prairie site)\n\nPLEASE NOTE:\n\nBathrooms are not available at these prairie sites. Extra time is scheduled between prairie visits to stop at gas stations for bathroom and refreshment breaks.\nPlease keep pets at home for your visit to all the prairies; leashed service animals only.\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/parade-of-prairies/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Prairie Hikes
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
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SUMMARY:Connect with Nature - Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum Events Video
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URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/connect-with-nature-gottfried-prairie-and-arboretum-events/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luminary Hike,Monthly Prairie Hikes,Prairie Fest,Tour of the Prairie,wreath making
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260801T080000
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SUMMARY:Prairie Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Prairie Fest is Moving Indoors—The Fun is Still On!\n\nMother Nature has decided our prairie needs a good drink of rain this Friday and Saturday\, so Prairie Fest is moving INDOORS on August 1st to the Prairie Theater & Event Center!\n Same location at 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac!\n  \nCelebrate nature with prairie tours\, environmental education and art displays\, short nature pop-up presentations\, and more at this year’s Prairie Fest on Saturday\, August 1\, from 8:00 AM – Noon overlooking the beautiful Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum in the Prairie Theater and Event Center of the Fond du Lac County Campus. \nPrairie Fest is a FREE family-oriented environmental education event with activities for all ages.\n\nSCHEDULE as of 7/31/26:\n\n\n\n\nENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION DISPLAYS from 8:00 a.m. – noon \nLearn about native plants\, butterflies\,  pollinators\, cranes\, small wild animals\, the history of the area\,  and other nature & mindfulness related topics from:\n-Friends of the Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\n-Wild Ones Fox Valley Chapter\n-FDL Area Bird & Nature Alliance (formerly Audubon)-International Crane Foundation-Marsh Haven Nature Center\n-Mosquito Hill Nature Center-CSA (Congregation of Sisters of St Agnes)-Oshkosh/Fond du Lac Citizens’ Climate Education\n-Earth Justice Now-InterTribal Lake Winnebago Mayom ~ Wild Rice Revitalization Project\n-ParkWatch for Greenway Arboretum\, Bird City Fond du Lac\, and Water Warriors Monitoring Team-Fond du Lac County Historical Society\n-The Arc Fond du Lac\, Inc.\n-Fond du Lac County Land and Water Conservation Dept.\n-Native Niche (restoration services\, tools\, and plants)\n-Local Legacy (native plant information and plants for sale)-Prairie Revival (ecological services)\n\n\nLIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC from Edward Uttendorfer  from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. (sponsored by Fond du Lac Area Foundation)\n\n\nNATURE INSPIRED ART  TO PURCHASE 8:00 a.m.-noon \n-Hand-carved birds\, mystical cottonwood bark houses from Joe Longo-Hand painted drawings and crafts from Mary’s Crafts-Nature inspired wood burns from The Wooden Well \nGUIDED TOURS (if raining lightly\, the tours may still happen or we will make them a pop-up talk instead) \n8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. – Guided mindful nature walk with Kelsey Beine\, Lead with Light.  Explore two different techniques to help you connect more deeply with nature – a mindful walk and walking meditation. Both invite you to use your senses to see\, smell\, hear\, and feel the natural beauty around you. All are welcome!10:00 a.m.: Native Plant ID Walk-Learn about native plants and how to identify them with Amanda Abramovich\, Local Legacy LLC\n  \nNATURE POP-UP TALKS (20-30 mins): \n-9:30 a.m.Nifty Natives for Your Yard –  Margie’s Favorites.   Friends of the Gottfried board member\, Margie Winter\, will share some great native plant choices for your home landscape.  Colorful native prairie plants can thrive in your yard and create a pocket of habitat for birds\, butterflies and pollinators. \n-10:00 a.m.Marsh Haven Nature Center presentation at booth – Wildlife of Marsh Haven \n-10:30 a.m\nSo Many Legs! from Jackie Scharfenberg\, retired DNR Environmental Educator/Naturalist.   6\, 8\, 14\, 20\, 100+ Why so many legs? As we sweep\, poke and dig through the fields\, we’ll uncover what creatures have so many legs and try to figure out why.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nOTHER FUN KIDS ACTIVITIES from 8:00 a.m.-noon: \n-Face/arm painting by Renee \n-Kids arts and crafts featuring prairie hats and flower bracelets \n-The Backyard Bug activity book for kids (limited supply\, sponsored by the Fond du Lac Evening Optimists)\n-Chalk zone (inside on cardboard)\n-Big bubbles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**FEATURE ENTERTAINMENT**   Join us for  Randy Peterson’s high energy concert at 11:15 a.m.  His shows are a fast-moving mix of music\, humor and storytelling that are geared for kids\, but which all ages enjoy!  (sponsored by the Fond du Lac Evening Optimists)\n\n\n\n\nFor a video about Prairie Fest\, check out the overall event page\, first event post about all our events.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/prairie-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prairie Fest
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SUMMARY:Tour of the Prairie 2026 – August
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour through the arboretum\, prairie\, and around the ponds.  Discover something new each month!   Each Tour will begin at the Shelter and take approximately 1 hour. Tours will be every 2nd Saturday of the month. \n 
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/tour-of-the-prairie-2026-august/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Prairie Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260821T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260821T223000
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SUMMARY:Evening in the Prairie: Bats\, Bugs & Stars
DESCRIPTION:Experience the prairie in a whole new light…or rather\, under the stars! \nAs the sun sets\, the prairie comes alive with creatures and sounds that many of us never notice. Join us for an unforgettable evening of discovery as we explore the wonders of the prairie after dark. \n🦇 Listen to bats in real time! Shannon Davis Foust from UW-Oshkosh will bring specialized bat sonar equipment that lets us hear the calls of bats flying overhead. Together\, we’ll identify the different species that make the Gottfried Prairie their nighttime home. \n✨ Explore the night sky. Astronomer Carey Woodward will guide us through the constellations and celestial wonders above. Using his telescope and expert knowledge\, you’ll get an up-close look at the stars\, planets\, and other nighttime treasures. \n🦋 See what insects come out after sunset. We’ll set up a black light and viewing sheet to attract fascinating nighttime insects. How many different species can we discover together? \n🔥 End the evening with a gourmet S’mores Bar! Thanks to our generous event sponsor\, Ripon Dough Co.\, you’ll enjoy roasting marshmallows and creating your own delicious s’more with graham crackers\, cookies\, and a variety of tasty fillings. \nWhether you’re a nature enthusiast\, curious about the night sky\, or simply looking for a memorable family outing before school begins\, this is a one-of-a-kind evening you won’t want to miss. \nFriday\, August 21\, 2026\n8:00–10:30 p.m. (approximately)\nGottfried Prairie & Arboretum \nCome discover why the prairie never truly goes to sleep!
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/evening-in-the-prairie-bats-bugs-stars/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening in the Prairie
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260912T090000
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SUMMARY:Tour of the Prairie 2026 – September
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour through the arboretum\, prairie\, and around the ponds.  Discover something new each month!   Each Tour will begin at the Shelter and take approximately 1 hour. Tours will be every 2nd Saturday of the month. \n 
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/tour-of-the-prairie-2026-september/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Prairie Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261010T090000
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SUMMARY:Tour of the Prairie 2026 – October
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour through the arboretum\, prairie\, and around the ponds.  Discover something new each month!   Each Tour will begin at the Shelter and take approximately 1 hour. Tours will be every 2nd Saturday of the month.
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/tour-of-the-prairie-2026-october/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Prairie Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261017T120000
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SUMMARY:Seed Collection Workshop 2026
DESCRIPTION:Take a piece of the Gottfried home with you! The Gottfried Prairie is a hidden gem: a successful 50-acre prairie restoration.  Most of the species originated from the last remaining prairie remnants around Fond du Lac County.  This workshop is great for landowners who wish to collect prairie seed for planting on their own property.\n\nThis is a free event sponsored by the Friends of the Gottfried Prairie & Arboretum and the Wild Ones Fox Valley Area Chapter.\n\nThe first part of the session involves collecting seed in bags. Following seed collection the seed will be sorted and distributed amongst the participants. Bags will be supplied. Participants should bring a small snips or pruner and sharpie marker if they have one. A limited supply will be available.\nWorkshop leaders: Margie Winter and Shannon Davis-Foust\n\nMeet at the Gottfried shelter located in the east parking lot adjacent to the Fond du Lac County Campus (former UW-Oshkosh\, Fond du Lac Campus).\n\nTHIS WORKSHOP IS CANCELLED IN THE EVENT OF RAIN OR RECENT RAIN. Seeds cannot be collected wet.  Rain date would be Sunday\, October 18th.
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/seed-collection-workshop-2026/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seed Collection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261024T203000
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Fall Luminary Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our FREE annual family-friendly luminary hike.  All ages are welcome!\n\nTheme:  Slog with the Grog!\n\nTake a self guided hike through the arboretum and prairie edge luminated trails.  The hike will take place on a gravel trail and grass.  Along the way\, stop to hear short stories from some fun characters including a squirrel\, tree and scat!\n\n  \nGrog (cider & cranberry juice)\, regular cider\, and popcorn will be available.  Donations going towards Gottfried Prairie educational programs are encouraged. \nPlease start at the Gottfried shelter (east parking lot adjacent to the  Fond du Lac County campus ).
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/2026-annual-fall-luminary-hike/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Luminary Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261205T090000
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SUMMARY:2026 Holiday Wreath and Container Making
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to create a beautiful fresh evergreen wreath or decorate a  container with native plant material from the Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum? \n \nWe have brought back our popular wreath-making class with a twist so join us December 5th from 9AM-NOON to create a masterpiece! \nBalsam boughs and other evergreen materials will be provided along with prairie seed heads\, dried flowers and grasses. \nCOSTS:  $30 for a balsam bough wreath or container provided by the Gottfried.  $25 if you bring your own container.  Max of 2 items to make. \nSpace is limited to 10-12 people so pre-registration is required by emailing info@gottfriedprairiearboretum.org.  Please bring along a pruning shears and gloves. \n  \n  \nPark in the South Parking lot of the Fond du Lac Campus and enter the Maintenance Building (circled on map). \n \n 
URL:https://gottfriedprairiearboretum.org/event/2026-holiday-wreath-and-container-making/
LOCATION:Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum\, 400 University Drive\, Fond du Lac\, WI\, 54935\, United States
CATEGORIES:wreath making
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