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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk: Christopher Bard
DESCRIPTION:Methods for managing micro swards in paddocks. Dealing with winter feeding areas for paddock improvement. How to reliably feed salt and minerals economically.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-christopher-bard/
LOCATION:Christopher Bard Farm\, 12241 St Hwy 27\, Ferryville\, Wisconsin\, 54628\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grazing the Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Join Glacierland RC&D for a pasture walk at Old Orchard Farm where we will explore how livestock can convert overgrown vegetation into grazable pasture. \n\n\n\nDr. Greg Brickner has over 35 years of grazing experience at home and professionally. He will be covering topics including: \n\n\n\n\nLambing tools and medications: When and why they are needed.\n\n\n\n\n\nNutritional info for sheep on non-traditional pastures.\n\n\n\n\n\nSupplemental feed requirements.\n\n\n\n\nDinner provided! \n\n\n\nFree event\, registration is required! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grazing-the-orchard-tickets-1311894514809
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/https-grassworks-org-event-grazing-the-orchard/
LOCATION:Old Orchard Farm\, 9707 Bridge Road\, Cedarburg\, Wisconsin\, 53012
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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Taylor Henry
DESCRIPTION:Using cover crops and summer annuals to finish fat cattle. Guest speaker: JimMunsch.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-taylor-henry/
LOCATION:Henry Farm\, E 6627 County Rd XX\, Viroqua\, WI\, 54665
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SUMMARY:Spring Learning Circle: Klemish Creamery in New Auburn
DESCRIPTION:This gathering at Klemish Creamery will be a networking potluck\, but also an opportunity for women to meet entrepreneur Dixie Klemish and tour the processing plant at this small dairy. \n\n\n\nDixie began Klemish Creamery in November\, 2022\, making ice cream on the small family dairy farm co-owned with her husband\, Randy.  Randy and Dixie raised three children on the farm that has been in Randy’s family since 1889. Dixie recently retired after 34 years as a rural mail carrier and is currently in the process of becoming a licensed WI cheesemaker and expanding the creamery business to offer more value-added dairy products. The family enjoys welcoming people to the farm to enjoy ice cream and also to give them the opportunity to experience small farm life. \n\n\n\n“The number of small family dairy farms in our state has dwindled over the decades. We are pleased when people visit our farm and have a chance to experience an important part of Wisconsin tradition. We built Klemish Creamery on the farm to produce small batch ice cream and intend to expand into other value-added dairy products in the future. Klemish Creamery is excited to provide a gathering place for Wisconsin Women in Conservation to discuss and share ideas on land stewardship and other conservation practices\,” says Dixie. \n\n\n\nThis networking event will encourage peer to peer learning with WiWiC Facilitator Rebecca Christoffel leading a discussion on conservation practices that can be adopted based on landowner needs. \n\n\n\nOthers will be invited to share their conservation experiences as well. Please bring a chair and a dish and/or beverage to share\, and any questions you may have.  If you are interested in  conservation opportunities for your land\, this is the gathering for you to bring your curiosity and questions! \n\n\n\nTo avoid cross-contamination please do not wear boots or other footwear that is used around livestock or poultry. Disposable booties will be available on request.  Thanks! \n\n\n\nWhat To Expect: \n\n\n\n\nTo network with other women in the area around shared dreams\, challenges\, and experiences of conservation.\n\n\n\nTo learn about the WiWiC project and opportunities that exist for women landowners to access conservation practices\n\n\n\nTo gather on a working farm\, with some uneven ground and uncertain weather – dress accordingly.\n\n\n\nTo eat\, talk\, laugh and connect.\n\n\n\nThere is no shelter space at this location. In case of inclement weather\, we will let you know about cancelation\, the day of.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n\nEvent is free to attend but registration is required and space is limited.\n\n\n\nPlease bring a chair.\n\n\n\nWomen\, all who identify as such\, are welcome to attend – from  landowners to farmers to conservationist enthusiasts –  whatever your background\, from beginners to experts! \n\n\n\nOur WiWiC events follow a Learning Circle model\, with ample time and a safe space for story sharing\, networking and collaborative learning. We all have something to both share and learn together.\n\n\n\nWiWiC is a family-friendly space and you are welcome to bring your children. \n\n\n\n\nPhotos are taken at WiWiC events to help amplify the work being done by Wisconsin’s women land stewards\, and to help promote future events. Your registration grants consent for your photo to be taken and used for these purposes. 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/https-grassworks-org-event-wiwic-learning-circle/
LOCATION:Klemish Creamery\, 22474 52nd St\, New Auburn\, Wisconsin\, 54757
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk: Beginning a Grazing Program with Connor Field
DESCRIPTION:Connor Field will share his grazing journey\, from initial ideas\, the fencing process\, to his first weeks of having cattle in the pastures. Snacks will be provided. For questions\, contact (608) 847-7221 or caroline.zimmerman@usda.gov.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-beginning-a-grazing-program-with-connor-field/
LOCATION:Shea-Hi Field Farms\, E3176 Woods Rd\, Wonewoc\, WI 53968\, Wonewoc\, Wisconsin\, 53968
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T160000
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SUMMARY:Bison Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Golden Sands for a pasture walk at Back in Time Bison Ranch! John and Cindy Gedritis have been raising bison for almost 3 years in Portage County. With limited information about raising bison available to producers\, they have learned much from their own trial and error\, as well as many other bison farms across the state. If you are interested in raising bison yourself\, already have bison and want to connect\, or just plain curious – join us for this pasture walk opportunity! \n\n\n\nVisit their website to learn more at https://www.backintimebison.com/ \n\n\n\nTentative Agenda: \n\n\n\n4 PM  Welcome \n\n\n\n4:15 PM Presentation on Bison Basics  \n\n\n\n5 PM Pasture Walk \n\n\n\n\nInfrastructure tour with focus on Handling Facilities\n\n\n\nBison Grazing Behavior & Management\n\n\n\nPrescribed burning Discussion\n\n\n\n\n6 PM Bison Tasting and other Refreshments \n\n\n\n6:30PM Check Out a Soil Pit! \n\n\n\nRSVP here by June 17th!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/bison-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Back in Time Bison Ranch\, 2606 County Rd C\, Stevens Point\, Wisconsin\, 54481
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SUMMARY:Twin Creeks Cattle Co and GrassWorks Pasture Walk Series
DESCRIPTION:GrassWorks is excited to partner with Twin Creeks Cattle Co to host a summer pasture walk series outside of Tomahawk\, WI! Tom and Linda Daigle have owned and operated Twin Creeks Cattle Co since 2010 along with their son\, Ben\, and his wife\, Tiffany. The farm has been in the family for over 100 years and they have a long-established beef farm on 185 acres of well-managed pastures. The size and type of the cattle herd has varied over the years\, and in 2025 they will have 20 cow calf pairs and 20 two year old steers which will are soon to be finished on spring grass. 30 yearlings will also be finished by fall. All animals are direct marketed. Join us to learn more from experienced graziers on all aspects of farming from pasture health\, herd selection\, and marketing methods. Each pasture walk will begin at 8:15 am with plenty of time for questions along the way. \n\n\n\nEach pasture walk will also host a cohort of students from UW-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources who are attending a local summer program to receive field training in Natural Resources disciplines of forestry\, wildlife\, water and soil science\, and fisheries. We welcome the public to join us for any of the pasture walks\, learning how managed grazing can enhance the environment while also providing high quality meat and milk for consumers. \n\n\n\nPlease feel free to join in on any or all of these pasture walk events!These events are free of cost and no registration is required to attend! \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\nFriday\, May 30thFriday\, June 6thFriday\, June 20thFriday\, July 18thFriday\, July 25thFriday\, August 8th \n\n\n\nStart time: \n\n\n\n8:15 am \n\n\n\nLocation:  \n\n\n\nTwin Creeks Cattle Co \n\n\n\nW2366 Gouda Road\, Tomahawk WI\, 54487. Approximately 10 miles east of Tomahawk\, go south on Gouda to the end of the road.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/twin-creeks-cattle-co-and-grassworks-pasture-walk-series-3/
LOCATION:Twin Creeks Cattle Co\, W2366 Gouda Road\, Tomahawk\, Wisconsin\, 54487
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SUMMARY:Solstice Potluck! Lunch and Learn and Make Art with Regenerate MKE!
DESCRIPTION:This on-farm gathering will be an opportunity for women landowners\, growers\, and conservation professionals to connect around their shared interest in land stewardship and to learn from one another.  It will be a casual lunch potluck hosted by Karen Lemke\, on behalf of Regenerate MKE\, which supports networking among permaculture-minded organizations in the Milwaukee River Estuary/ Rivershed.  The permaculture principles and ethics such as “Fair Share\, People Care and Earth Care”. \n\n\n\nDr. Karen Lemke has been organizing around re-localized food systems since 2009\, and is a member of the Design School for Regenerating Earth\, hosting conversations about organizing our bioregions and processing collapse-acceptance/grief related to climate change.  She conducted research on the power dynamics of who defines what local food is\, and advocates for returning to relationship-based food\, loving on everyone who helps get fresh food into our bellies. \n\n\n\nOthers will be invited to share their conservation experiences as well. Please bring a chair and a dish and/or beverage to share\, and any questions you may have.  Regenerate MKE strives for zero waste event planning! If you are interested in a conservation opportunities for your land\, this is the gathering for you to bring curiosity and questions! \n\n\n\nTo avoid cross-contamination please do not wear boots or other footwear that is used around livestock or poultry. Disposable booties can be available on request.  Thanks! \n\n\n\nWhat To Expect: \n\n\n\n\nTo network with other women in the area around shared dreams\, challenges\, and experiences of conservation.\n\n\n\nTo learn about the WiWiC project and opportunities that exist for women landowners to access conservation practices\n\n\n\nTo gather on a working farm\, with some uneven ground and uncertain weather – dress accordingly.\n\n\n\nTo eat\, talk\, laugh and connect.\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n\nEvent is free to attend but registration is required and space is limited.\n\n\n\nWomen\, all who identify as such\, are welcome to attend – from  landowners to farmers to conservationist enthusiasts –  whatever your background\, from beginners to experts!\n\n\n\n\nPhotos are taken at WiWiC events to help amplify the work being done by Wisconsin’s women land stewards\, and to help promote future events. Your registration grants consent for your photo to be taken and used for these purposes. 
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/solstice-potluck-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Regenerate MKE @ Historic Bay View\, 2940 S Logan Ave\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, 53207
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T090000
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SUMMARY:Acres U.S.A. 'Farm Weird' Event
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the 2025 Acres U.S.A. Farm Weird Event: Join the ACRES U.S.A.® FARM WEIRD Field Day\, an inspiring and unconventional celebration of innovative farming\, hosted by the Jason Mauck. This unique event will feature an incredible lineup of speakers\, including regenerative agriculture expert John Kempf\, and soil health advocate Gary Zimmer. Experience hands-on learning as you explore a variety of venues showcasing cutting-edge techniques such as relay cropping with a live wheat and soybean harvest\, in-crop grazing innovations like the Stockcropper system\, silvopasture management in adjacent woods\, alley cropping with corn\, and perennial alley cropping integrated with grazing. \n\n\n\nDiscover how cover crops can revolutionize gardening by reducing weeds\, and explore garden schematics\, including the Three Sisters planting method\, at Jason’s home. The day also offers opportunities to relax and unwind\, with a golf course for play and a live concert featuring a band. \n\n\n\nWith a schedule packed with crop tours\, engaging presentations\, and open exploration\, this field day is the perfect opportunity to connect\, learn\, and leave inspired to push the boundaries of farming. \n\n\n\nEvent will be 9am to 4pm – Parking will be on site. Tickets and more info including speaker bios can be viewed here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/acres-u-s-a-farm-weird-event/
LOCATION:Jason Mauck Farm\, 17797 N Cr 500W\, Gaston\, Indiana\, 47342
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