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.
Support the Friends of the Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum by participating in our fall native tree, shrub, and plant sale! For a limited time, you can add beautiful, locally-adapted plants to your landscape. The best part? 15% of all sales through Johnson's Nursery will directly fund future events and enhancements at the Gottfried Prairie and …
Fall Native Tree, Shrub and Plant Sale through Johnson’s Nursery Read More »
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.
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. …
DUE TO THE POSSIBLE RAIN/SNOW WITH WIND ON SATURDAY, WE ARE CANCELLING THE EVENT THIS YEAR. . Watch for new luminary hikes scheduled for 2026! Join us for our annual family-friendly luminary hike. All ages are welcome! Theme: Slog with the Grog! Take a self guided hike through the arboretum and prairie edge luminated trails. The …
CANCELLED! 8th Annual Fall Luminary Hike now November 8th Read More »
Do you want to create a beautiful fresh evergreen wreath, swag or decorate your own container with native plant material from the Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum? We are bringing back …
Holiday Wreath, Container, and Swag Making- NEW TIME Read More »
Don't get stuck inside! Join us for a winter hike through the Prairie. This winter wonderland tour will leave from the Gottfried Prairie Shelter, east parking lot near Fond du …
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.
Spring is finally here—and with it comes one of nature’s most breathtaking sights: the return of the dazzling Eastern Bluebird! Imagine spotting a flash of brilliant blue as the male bluebird, with his vibrant feathers and warm orange chest, claims his territory and sings to attract a mate. It’s a true sign that warmer days …
Bluebird House Workshop – Welcome Spring with a Splash of Blue! Read More »
Join us as the stars align for two celebratory hikes through the Prairie. The first available hike will be a luminary hike celebrating Earth Day and Arbor Day, and is self-guided. A guided Snipe Hunt tour will start at 8 pm. Both tours start from the Gottfried Prairie Shelter in the east parking lot near …
2026 Terra Luna Hike – Luminary Hike and Snipe Hunt Read More »
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
Join us for a tour through the arboretum, prairie, and around the ponds. Discover something new each month! Each Tour will begin at the Gottfried Shelter (east parking lot adjacent to Fond du Lac County Campus) and take approximately 1 hour. Tours will be every 2nd Saturday of the month.
