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July 2020
Daytime Paddle on the Puchyan
Start your morning with a relaxing trip on the water with the Green Team. Paddle the Puchyan River by kayak or canoe and enjoy this beautiful, thriving ecosystem. Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of wildlife from turtles to cranes to crayfish and more! This leisurely tour is good for all paddle skill levels. Go at your own pace or race your friends and meet other Green Lake nature enthusiasts on this tour of the Puchyan. Participants will paddle…
Find out more »August 2020
Citizen Scientist Speed Talks
Are you a citizen scientist? It doesn’t matter if you collect stream samples or count frogs, we would love to hear about the work you do to benefit Green Lake’s unique ecosystems! Join the Green Team for an evening event on all things citizen science. Share your experiences with fellow citizen scientists, nature lovers or those looking to get involved. Everyone is welcomed for this unique night of sharing. We will be following a Pecha Kucha format presentation style in…
Find out more »October 2020
Buckthorn Cleanup on Conservancy Properties
The Green Team is ready to tackle another year of fall buckthorn removal on Saturday mornings. This fall is the team’s 12th year cleaning up various Conservancy properties. Everyone is welcome to participate in the work and the fun! The team will be working each and every Saturday morning this fall until the weather shuts them down. Work site locations will vary from week to week. If you think you can make a Saturday morning or have any questions, please…
Find out more »Native Prairie Seed Collection
Lisa Reas will be leading volunteers on a late morning (to avoid morning dew/frost) prairie flower and grass seed collection event at Dawson Prairie in the Green Lake Conference Center. We will be collecting seed from a variety of native plants such as purple coneflower, blazing star, compass plant, milkweed, asters, little bluestem, Indian grass, and prairie dropseed. Seed collection is a popular event among gardeners as participants will be discussing prairie plants and their function in the ecosystem (habitat,…
Find out more »November 2020
Falconry Demonstration
Come and witness the majestic flight of the falcon! Join the Green Team and Dr. Eric Ratering for this memorable falconry field demonstration. Learn about the historical art of falconry as Eric presents his prized feathered friend and demonstrates how he has meticulously trained him to hunt for game. Participants will have the unique opportunity to witness this magnificent bird up close and personal. Don’t miss your chance to see this amazing species in person with the Green Team! Location:…
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