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SUMMARY:Solar Farm Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Solar Farm Summit \n\n\n\nNorth America’s 1st dedicated dual-use development conference and agrivoltaics exhibition will dig even deeper into the essential solar energy and agriculture nexus during its 3rd supersized installment\, which is scheduled to land on the lake front in downtown Chicago on August 4-7\, 2025! \n\n\n\nAttendees can expect 3+ difference-making days of instructive and inspiring dual-use development programming and exhibition in an enriching and substance-first environment designed to disseminate applied knowledge\, speed adoption\, activate advocacy\, and drive the ultimate construction of these ultra-adaptive and doubly-abundant solar farms unto ubiquity across North America and beyond. SFS25’s syllabus-style program featuring 100+ of today’s foremost experts builds from entry-level dual-use and land-based solar development basics up to detailed case studies and projects\, policy\, government programs\, grants and financing\, community engagement\, land recycling\, and advanced topics in applied agrivoltaics and land stewardship; as well as focused workshops and Q&A forums. \n\n\n\nBeyond the sessions\, a supercharged SFS25 social experience is loaded with networking opportunities beginning with a researcher’s forum\, solar grazing workshop\, Agrivoltaics 101\, and the North American Agrivoltaics Awards Ceremony & Reception—all to encourage dynamic information exchange\, idea cross-pollination and interpersonal connection during the most engaging and largest agrivoltaics exhibition on the planet! \n\n\n\nJoin the SFS community August 4\, 5\, 6 & 7\, 2025 at McCormick Place in downtown Chicago for 3+ brilliant days of education\, inspiration and interpersonal connection. Dig in\, plug in and grow with the revolutionary pairing of agriculture + solar power at North America’s Agrivoltaics Expo—the 2025 Solar Farm Summit!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/solar-farm-summit/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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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! Join us for this last pasture walk of the series. 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-6/
LOCATION:Twin Creeks Cattle Co\, W2366 Gouda Road\, Tomahawk\, Wisconsin\, 54487
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SUMMARY:Burdock Days at Whetstone Farm
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again! BURDOCK DAYS 2025 🌱🎉 \n\n\n\nCome for a day of work\, games\, and fun to help us remove burdock from the farm before it goes to seed and sticks to all the sheep. \n\n\n\nShow up at 11:00 for snacks and instructions on the game rules\, game starts at High Noon! \n\n\n\nPlayers will break into teams to try to collect as much burdock as possible from the farm. The team that collects the most burdock wins! \n\n\n\nPlayers will receive raffle tickets according to how well their team did\, for a chance to win prizes including meat\, veggies\, sheepskins\, and pruning tools! \n\n\n\nCome have fun\, and help us keep the burs out of the wool\, and prevent the spread of this very well adapted plant! \n\n\n\nBring gloves\, and appropriate tools for burdock removal if you have any. We will have some tools to share as well. Loppers work great. \n\n\n\nPrizes\, a jump in the Apple River\, food\, and a campfire hang afterwards. \n\n\n\nMore details here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/burdock-days-at-whetstone-farm/
LOCATION:Whetstone Farm\, 281 135th St\, Amery\, Wisconsin\, 54001
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SUMMARY:Grazing Tour at Luke Keuffer's
DESCRIPTION:Join Wood County Land & Water Conservation staff for a unique grazing tour that will showcase LWCD cost-share projects with Luke Keuffer’s managed rotational grazing system\, solar watering system (the ONLY one in the state of Wisconsin!) and stream crossing. The event is free to attend and lunch will be included\, but RSVP is required by August 1st.  Bring your own chair for lunch. \n\n\n\nTo RSVP: Call (715) 421-8475 or email: landcons@woodcountywi.gov. \n\n\n\nDirections: see flyer for map & directions found at the link below \n\n\n\nhttps://www.woodcountywi.gov/CurrentEvents.aspx?BlogPostID=2483
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-tour-at-luke-keuffers/
LOCATION:Luke Keuffer’s Farm\, Pittsville\, Wisconsin\, 54466\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Silas Dudgeon
DESCRIPTION:Targeted feasibility of converting 92 acres for profitable custom heifer grazing. GuestSpeaker: Aaron Pape\, NE Wisconsin grazing guru.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-silas-dudgeon/
LOCATION:Dudgeon Farm\, 19663 Stove Rd.\, Eastman\, WI\, 54626
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SUMMARY:Wisconsin Schools of Grazing - Seymour
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Schools of Grazing offer unique\, hands-on educational experiences designed to empower graziers with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage pasture-based livestock systems. Our programs combine classroom learning with practical fieldwork\, ensuring participants leave with actionable insights tailored to their specific farming operations. \n\n\n\nTopics Covered: \n\n\n\n\nPrinciples of Managed Grazing\n\n\n\nSoil health and pasture productivity\n\n\n\nPaddock sizing and placement\n\n\n\nAnimal genetics and herd health\n\n\n\nEstablishing and Renovating pastures\n\n\n\nPlanning your own system\n\n\n\nAnd More!\n\n\n\n\nThese schools are focused on large ruminant grazing but the concepts learned are useful for all species \n\n\n\nRegistration is required and YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE 8/8/2025! The fee for the class is $175 for the first person from your farm or household and $100 for each additional member of your farm or household. \n\n\n\nThis Wisconsin Schools of Grazing are brought to you by GrassWorks in partnership with USDA-NRCS\, UW-Madison Extension\, The Marshfield Ag Research Station\, and the Lancaster Ag Research Station\, with the support of Oneida and the Oneida Farm.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-school-seymour/
LOCATION:Oneida Nation Farm\, N6010 County Rd C\, Seymour\, Wisconsin\, 54165\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sheep Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn more about sheep and grazing management? Join River Country RC&D to learn about the basics of sheep management\, electric fencing\, managed grazing and much more! Follow the River Country Facebook page to stay updated on their events.  \n\n\n\nDream Valley Farm is farm located near the Eleva Ridge about 20 miles south of Eau Claire. Long time shepherds Laurel Kieffer and Duane Klindworth of LambaLot Acres\, Augusta\, have partnered up to continue grazing on her farm as she prepares for retirement from her farming experience. \n\n\n\nLearn more about how to manage your flock and pastures\, experience great conversations\, and enjoy an educational evening on the farm. Hope to see you on the farm for this unique learning opportunity! \n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 13 from 6 PM-8 PM at Dream Valley Farm. N50768 County Rd D\, Strum\, WI 54770
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/sheep-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Dream Valley Farm\, N50768 County Rd D\, Strum\, Wisconsin\, 54770
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T170000
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SUMMARY:From the WI to the Fox: Top-Ayr Herefords
DESCRIPTION:About the event \n\n\n\nJoin Golden Sands RC&D for the WI to the Fox Pasture Walk Series! The Babcock Family owns and operates Top-Ayr Herefords\, a managed grazing operation outside of Wisconsin Dells focused on functional Hereford cattle. Scott and Kim began using managed grazing in the mid to late 1990’s and now Ben\, Brenna\, and Korbin are working to expand the operation. The farm consists of 85 acres of owned hay and grazing acres along with 15 acres of rented hay ground. The farm utilizes warm season annual forages to graze through the summer slump and to extend grazing late into the fall. Stop in to learn from our experience and for the opportunity to share yours. \n\n\n\nFREE and open to the public \n\n\n\nNo RSVP required. More details here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/from-the-wi-to-the-fox-top-ayr-herefords/
LOCATION:Top-Ayr Herefords\, 4079 County Rd G\, Wisconsin Dells\, Wisconsin\, 53965
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SUMMARY:Grazing Workshop with Steve Kenyon Workshop at Sinsinawa Mound
DESCRIPTION:GrassWorks is excited to support the Steve Kenyon event series taking place in Sinsinawa\, Viroqua\, and Sauk County\, WI!  Golden Sands RC&D and Fields of Sinsinawa are hosting Steve Kenyon on August 18th from 9:30am-2:30pm. Steve will speak to farmers about custom grazing and other management practices. The agenda for the event on includes a producer panel on custom grazing\, presentation on custom grazing by Steve Kenyon\, facilitated discussions on producer-led watershed groups\, and a pasture walk focused on rotational grazing methods\, tools including the eShepherd virtual fencing collars that are in use at the Mound\, and the watershed studies underway at the Mound led by UW Platteville. There is a $20 registration fee to attend this event\, which includes lunch! Register online or contact Robert Bauer at 715-343-6215.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/steve-kenyon-workshop-at-sinsinawa-mound/
LOCATION:Sinsinawa Mound Conference Center\, 585 County Rd Z\, Sinsinawa\, Wisconsin\, 53824
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T160000
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SUMMARY:New Farmer U - Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Build your farm business skills at New Farmer U! \n\n\n\nJoin Marbleseed on August 18 – Tuesday\, August 19 to grow and learn the farm business skills you need to thrive!  This two-day educational event includes expert-run workshops on farm finance\, farmer-wellbeing\, ergonomics\, a farmer-panel on marketing\, and an epic tour of the 430 acre diversified organic farm hosting August’s New Farmer U—Gwenyn Hill Farm. Featured speakers include Compeer Financial’s Senior Lending Officer\, Paul Dietmann and the Food Finance Institute’s Farm Program Manager\, Andy Larson. This will be a unique opportunity for farmers to receive in-depth consulting in the areas of farm financials and your farm’s organizational health. Katie Bishop will train the group on Farmer Self-care and Wellbeing\, and other presentations will focus on Movement & Ergonomics\, and Finding the Right Markets for Your Farm. There will be an in-depth tour of Gwenyn Hill Farm on Tuesday after the workshops wrap-up. This is an intensive training to help farmers get new ideas to succeed! \n\n\n\nRegistration and more details available here. Space is limited and registration closes Thursday\, August 14th. Any additional questions or interpretation requests\, please reach out to Tay Fatke\, at tay.fatke@marbleseed.org.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/new-farmer-u-summer-2025/
LOCATION:Gwenyn Hill Farm\, N130W294 Bryn Dr\, Waukesha\, Wisconsin\, 53188
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T150000
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SUMMARY:Grazing Workshop with Steve Kenyon in Viroqua
DESCRIPTION:Grazing Workshop with Steven Kenyon \n\n\n\nGrassWorks is excited to support the Steve Kenyon event series taking place in Sinsinawa\, Viroqua\, and Reedsburg\, WI! The Viroqua event is hosted by Vernon County Land and Water Conservation Department and Valley Stewardship Network and takes place on August 19th from 9am-3pm. The first half of the event will be a pasture walk led by Kenyon and local graziers\, followed by lunch and presentations at Viroqua Elementary School. More details coming soon! \n\n\n\nFor over 25 years\, Steve Kenyon has been custom grazing on leased land near Edmonton\, Alberta under the name of Greener Pastures Ranching Ltd. By using extended grazing techniques\, he is able to pasture cattle year-round. This is done by using a combination of regenerative and dormant season grazing as well as swath grazing\, crop residue and bale grazing. \n\n\n\nSteve has been teaching sustainable grazing management along with agricultural economics for more than 20 years. He has been a keynote speaker at many conferences and seminars throughout Canada\, the U.S. and Europe. He has also been a writer for the Stockman Grass Farmer and Canadian Cattleman magazines for over 15 years\, as well as the creator and host of the ongoing Wednesday Night Networking webinar and podcast. Steve has become well respected in the agriculture community for his business management practices and innovative ideas. \n\n\n\nThis is a free event but registration is encouraged by August 15th. More details and register here! Questions? Contact contact Vernon County Land and Water Conservation Department at 608-637-5480 or Valley Stewardship Network at 608-637-3615.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-workshop-with-steven-kenyon-viroqua/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T090000
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SUMMARY:Grazing Workshop with Steve Kenyon in Sauk County
DESCRIPTION:GrassWorks is excited to support the Steve Kenyon event series taking place in Sinsinawa\, Viroqua\, and Reedsburg\, WI! Sauk Soil and Water Improvement Group (SSWIG) is hosting Steve on August 20th from 9am-3pm. Learn from Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching in Alberta\, Canada about pasture management with a regenerative focus. Kenyon’s mission is “Economic and Environmental Sustainability for Generations.” More information about Greener Pastures Ranching can be found at: www.greenerpasturesranching.com/ \n\n\n\nJoin us for a day of learning and take your grazing operation to the next level! \n\n\n\nThe morning portion will take place at Reedsburg Country Club\, 3003 E Main St\, Reedsburg\, WI. The afternoon portion features a pasture walk at the Sauk County Farm led by Kenyon.  \n\n\n\nMore details and register here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-workshop-with-steve-kenyon/
LOCATION:Reedsburg Country Club\, 3003 Main St.\, Reedsburg\, Wisconsin\, 53959
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Agroforestry + Silvopasture 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Savanna Institute’s Grazing Technical Provider\, Julie Hager\, and see Agroforestry in action at Hillside Pastures with our Silvopasture by subtraction system. \n\n\n\nSilvopasture describes trees integrated into livestock pastures. Farmers graze animals on grasses and the fruit\, nut and seedpods that fall from the trees. Well-managed livestock can be vital to making farms function as healthy ecosystems. Livestock help clear weeds and control insects and pests. They scratch and dig to prepare ground for planting and spread and cycle nutrients through excretion. A silvopasture system can be established by subtracting trees from a wooded lot\, or by adding trees to a pasture. \n\n\n\nLearn all about it and bring your questions to this tour! Hiking involved on this tour so please be prepared. Emergency-only bathroom onsite. \n\n\n\nAll ages welcome! Register here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/intro-to-agroforestry-silvopasture-101/
LOCATION:Elderflower Retreat at Hillside Pastures\, 6511 Hillside School Road\, Spring Green\, Wisconsin\, 53588
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T130000
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SUMMARY:WiWiC Summer Camp Webinar Series: Caring for Your Pastures
DESCRIPTION:“I’m all in on conservation. Now what?” \n\n\n\nIn this four-part 2025 Summer Camp webinar series we’re focusing on next steps and possible ways to expand and maintain the good work you’re doing to provide ecological services to your community through land stewardship. This series is brought to you in a partnership between Michael Fields Agricultural Institute and Renewing the Countryside. Our second webinar in the series is all about grazing. \n\n\n\nSo much great information will be shared. Come ready to learn and bring your questions! \n\n\n\nWiWiC Host: \n\n\n\nAlanna Koshollek\, Renewing the Countryside\, WiWiC West Central and South West Region Coordinator \n\n\n\nPresenter:   \n\n\n\nRachel Bouressa\, Bouressa Family Farm\, Wisconsin Natural Resources Board Member \n\n\n\nWhatever your background\, from beginners to experts\, all women are welcome and we want to hear your stories and questions. Feel free to bring your lunch. S’mores optional! Pets and children always welcome in our casual Zoom space. \n\n\n\nDetails and RSVP for the zoom link here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wiwic-summer-camp-webinar-series-caring-for-your-pastures/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at Peaceful Creek Acres
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 21st 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM\nPeaceful Creek Acres\, 110891 Elderberry Rd\, Colby\, WI 54421\nMeet Mike\, Gina\, and their kids! The Redetzke’s farm 185 acres and recently upgraded fencing and waterlines on their 68 acres of pasture\, where they custom graze dairy heifers\, beef cattle\, chickens\, and pigs. Their goal: feed their family and community while making a living on a small\, diverse farm. We’ll chat about custom grazing agreements\, using county cost-share for grazing upgrades\, and more!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-at-peaceful-creek-acres/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T120000
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SUMMARY:Dig Into Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to dig deep into soil health and conservation. \n\n\n\nGather for an informative day of soil health instruction and demonstrations at the Treinen Family Farm. Join Groundswell Conservancy and members of The Wisconsin Farmland Protection Partnership for a Dig into Soil Health Field Day on Tuesday\, August 26th from 9am-12pm. \n\n\n\nLearn about soil health practices\, dairy heifer grazing\, and manure composting at the Treinen Family Farm. Hear from local conservation experts about farmland protection programs\, producer-led conservation initiatives\, financial resources for implementation\, and much more! \n\n\n\nPlease dress for the weather and walking on a working farm. \n\n\n\nSign up today to reserve your lunch: https://forms.office.com/r/37qCR0XwD6 or call 608-390-2756. \n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, August 26Time: 9am-12pmLocation: Treinen Family Farm 4120 Mueller Road DeForest\, WI 53189
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dig-into-soil-health/
LOCATION:Treinen Family Farm\, 4120 Mueller Road\, DeForest\, Wisconsin\, 53189
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250529T145727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T153258Z
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SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Andrew Miller
DESCRIPTION:Small acreage dairy looking to increase grazing productivity.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-andrew-miller/
LOCATION:Miller Farm\, E10096 Andy Miller Rd\, Westby\, WI\, 54667
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250818T151011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T151013Z
UID:10000606-1756299600-1756303200@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Electric Livestock Fencing—from Poultry to Cattle
DESCRIPTION:During this webinar led by the Rodale Institute Farm Innovations team\, they will focus on designing\, installing\, and using a variety of styles of portable and semi portable electric fences. \n\n\n\nThey will begin by looking at maps as a tool for planning your fence outline. Then look at the variety of fences available to suit the needs of your operation. They will cover poultry netting\, 4-5 strand fencing for goats and sheep\, 1-2 strand fencing suitable for larger animals\, perimeter fencing\, subdividing paddocks within your field\, 3-D anti deer fencing\, grounding\, and energizers. They will discuss how to move livestock within fencing and some of the successes and failures they have had  at the Midwest Organic Center. Finally\, they will examine the age-old adage “the best fence is a good pasture.” \n\n\n\nRegister for the webinar at https://rodaleinstitute.org/events/webinar-electric-livestock-fencing-from-poultry-to-cattle/
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/webinar-electric-livestock-fencing-from-poultry-to-cattle/
LOCATION:Rodale Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250729T175322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T164228Z
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SUMMARY:Grazing & Grassland Bird Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pasture walk as we feature the work of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on their Southwest Wisconsin Grasslands and Streams Conservation Area – Davis Unit. \nThis free pasture walk will take participants throughout the property to three different stops: \nStop 1: Learn about the site’s history and bird management objectives. \nStop 2: Learn about grazier techniques. \nStop 3: Learn about various technical assistance and cost-share programs available to graziers. \nNote: This walk will be up to two miles on uneven surfaces. \nRSVP here! \nLocation: Southwest WI Grassland & Stream Conservation Area
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-grassland-bird-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250805T144018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T144021Z
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SUMMARY:Pasture Walk: Virtual Fence Collars on Jersey Heifers
DESCRIPTION:Virtual collars are brand new at Orthridge this year. Learn with us as we take a look at results from the first few months! \n\n\n\nThe Orth family purchased virtual fencing collars this spring and while they are still learning\, they’d love to share their experience with you! Take an afternoon to learn about moving cattle with fence\, see how our cattle and land have benefited from virtual fencing\, and even a few unexpected obstacles that we’re still figuring out. \n\n\n\nMENTORSHIP PROGRAM AT WORK! Although an experienced dairy farmer\, Derek is new to managed rotational grazing. So Derek joined the GrassWorks Livestock Graziers Mentorship program in the spring of 2025 to learn more about grazing!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/virtual-fence-jersey-heifers/
LOCATION:Orthridge Farms Heifer Pasture\, 11339 Rogers Rd\, Fennimore\, Wisconsin\, 53809\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250821T022810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T022812Z
UID:10000612-1756918800-1756924200@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Small Business Workshop Series: Custom Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Curious about rotational grazing and its benefits for land\, animals\, and farm income? Join us for an inspiring talk with Crawford County Custom Grazer and WI Farmers Union member Joseph Childs. Raised on a Ferryville dairy farm\, Joseph has worked with nearly every kind of livestock. Discover how he found the perfect fit for rotational grazing in the Driftless region\, turned his passion into a thriving custom grazing business in 2020\, and returned to his farming roots. Bring your grazing and small farm business questions!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/small-business-workshop-series-custom-grazing/
LOCATION:Prairie du Chien Visitor Center\, 211 S Main St\, Prairie du Chien\, Wisconsin\, 53821\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250813T184718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T184719Z
UID:10000604-1757059200-1757264400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival showcases the heart of Wisconsin’s rich tradition in sheep production and fiber arts!  Always taking place the weekend after Labor Day\, at the Jefferson County Fair Park\, the festival promises a delightful blend of educational opportunities\, interactive demonstrations\, competitions\, and over 100 vendors offering exquisite products. Join us in celebrating the dedication of our local sheep producers\, the artistry of fiber artisans\, and the vibrant spirit of our community\, as we come together to honor Wisconsin’s heritage and the enduring history of working with all the aspects of this animal. \n\n\n\nMore details here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-sheep-wool-festival/
LOCATION:Jefferson County Fair Park\, 503 N. Jackson Ave\, Jefferson\, Wisconsin\, 53549
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250819T151023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T151025Z
UID:10000610-1757066400-1757259000@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Permaculture Convergence is a yearly event that brings people together to network\, build community\, skill share and celebrate life. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Convergence will be located in Rhinelander\, Wisconsin at Holiday Acres Resort. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Acres Resort4060 Shore Drive\,Rhinelander\, WI 54501\n\n\n\nSeptember 5th – 7th \n\n\n\nEmail\n\n\n\nGeneral Inquirieswipermconvergence@gmail.com \n\n\n\nPartnershipswipermconvergence@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\nDetails and more HERE!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wisconsin-permaculture-convergence/
LOCATION:HOLIDAY ACRES RESORT\, 4060 Shore Dr\, Rhinelander\, Wisconsin\, 54501
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250819T152633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194405Z
UID:10000611-1757253600-1757260800@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Wiscovery Solar Grazing Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique tour showcasing how sheep are transforming land management through solar grazing! \n\n\n\n Learn how the flock helps maintain solar sites like MGE’s Strix Solar project. \n\n\n\n Learn about GPS collar technology from Nofence.  \n\n\n\n See agrivoltaics in action as sheep graze under and around the solar panels. \n\n\n\nTour Information \n\n\n\nThis tour is a collaboration with MGE\, Wiscovery Grazing\, OneEnergy Renewables\, the Wisconsin Farmers Union\, GrassWorks\, Farm-to-Power\, and UW-Madison Extension’s RESET program. Thank you for the generous support provided by the Fund for Lake Michigan and NRCS’s Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI). \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, September 7\, 2-4 pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Fitchburg\, WIPlease RSVP here for the exact address and any day-of weather updates.  \n\n\n\nDress code: We will be on an active project site\, closed toed shoes are required. Please dress to be outside\, including long sleeved clothing. \n\n\n\nRain plan: If it is raining\, the tour will take place. If there is lightning it will be cancelled.  \n\n\n\nVideography: This event will be videotaped for educational purposes. By attending\, you consent to being filmed. \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there and explore the future of renewable energy together!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/wiscovery-solar-grazing-tour/
LOCATION:Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250717T182538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T162906Z
UID:10000584-1757516400-1757523600@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Oneida County Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join GrassWorks\, Golden Sands RC&D and Oneida County Land and Water for a pasture walk at Hanson’s Garden Village in Rhinelander. We will discuss the benefits of grass-based agriculture\, managed grazing & conservation practices\, and identify grazing resources and programs for beginning or existing livestock operations. We’ll tour Hanson’s Garden Village\, seeing the diverse operations and Brent’s herd of Highland Cattle.   \n\n\n\nThis FREE event is great for farmers\, homesteaders\, and anyone interested in local agriculture. More details and RSVP here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/oneida-county-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Hanson’s Garden Village\, 2660 County Highway G\, Rhinelander\, Wisconsin\, 54501
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250819T143110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T143111Z
UID:10000609-1757610000-1757619000@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:SSWIG September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Date change!! Due to a pasture walk and Farming with Watershed Wisdom event\, the SSWIG meeting will be moved from the 18th to the 11th. \n\n\n\nJoin us for our next meeting on Thursday\, Sept. 11th 5-7:30pm at the Excelsior Town Hall 100 E Broadway St\, Rock Springs WI. Dinner is included. \n\n\n\nDetails and RSVP here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/sswig-september-meeting/
LOCATION:Excelsior Town Hall\, 100 E Broadway St\, Rock Springs\, Wisconsin\, 53961
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250826T183320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T165039Z
UID:10000614-1757775600-1757804400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:GrassStock! A Celebration of Conservation and Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:Join your community for a day of fun activities\, farm tours\, food\, music\, and more at Bouressa Family Farm. This event will showcase the organizations affiliated with the conservation work and agriculture happening on the farm. This event is family-friendly and children under 16 are free! Enjoy activities for all ages\, a farmers market\, vendor space\, petting zoo\, raffles\, food\, beer\, music\, and more! Come out to learn more about how the Bouressa family is using perennial pastures\, rotational grazing\, and other methods to create a better future through healthy food and healthy soil. \n\n\n\nExplore the Fields of Discovery space with local agencies and conservation partners\, shop and eat in the local farmers market\, play games and enjoy local music\, food\, and views. Youth-focused activities and music will begin at 3 p.m.\, but stick around or come out later for more music and local brews! Stay and relax until 11 p.m.\, or all night! Camping is available in the pasture for $25 per vehicle. \n\n\n\nDetails and register here! \n\n\n\nName: Rachel BouressaPhone: 608-228-6617Email: rachelbouressa@gmail.com
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grassstock-a-celebration-of-conservation-and-agriculture/
LOCATION:Bouressa Family Farm\, N3775 Ritchie Rd\, New London\, Wisconsin\, 54961
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250603T181255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T181256Z
UID:10000559-1757844000-1757858400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual September Market
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for St. Isadore’s 4th Annual September Market! Join us for a day on the farm with food trucks\, farm talks\, local vendors and a bit of fresh air. Event is rain or shine and free to attend. Good food\, good people\, and a bit of country charm \n\n\n\nFacebook event details
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/4th-annual-september-market/
LOCATION:St. Isidore’s Dairy\, N45354 County Road E\, Osseo\, Wisconsin\, 54758
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250529T145728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T153640Z
UID:10000538-1758018600-1758024000@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Great River Graziers Pasture Walk - Kelsey Vance
DESCRIPTION:Methodology of gearing up for profitable grazing on an under-grazed heritage farm.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/great-river-graziers-pasture-walk-kelsey-vance/
LOCATION:Vance Farm\, E4998 Irish Ridge Rd.\, Viroqua\, WI\, 54665
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Vance Farm E4998 Irish Ridge Rd. Viroqua WI 54665;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=E4998 Irish Ridge Rd.:geo:-91.0044616,43.5960916
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133104
CREATED:20250505T180412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T184355Z
UID:10000515-1758214800-1758222000@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Sauk County Pasture Walk-Bannigan Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Lafayette County at the Bannigan Farm to hear about their new grazing setup. We’ll discuss their transition to rotational grazing\, fencing & watering systems they have installed to make it happen\, & hear what their grazing experience has been like so far.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-bannigan/
LOCATION:Bannigan Farm\, 18672 County Rd N\, Blanchardville\, WI\, 53516
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