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Fall Native Tree, Shrub and Plant Sale through Johnson’s Nursery

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

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 …

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Tour of the Prairie 2025 – October

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

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.

Seed Collection Workshop 2025

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

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. …

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2026 Winter Hike

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

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 Lac County Campus. Snow shoes are welcome. Complementary cider and hot chocolate will be provided.

Bluebird House Workshop – Welcome Spring with a Splash of Blue!

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

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 …

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$10.00

Fathers & Fireflies 2026

Gottfried Prairie and Arboretum 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

Join us for a Father’s Day walk through the prairie looking for fireflies. Meet at the  Gottfried Shelter (east parking lot near the Fond du Lac County Campus).  The group …

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