BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//GrassWorks - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://grassworks.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for GrassWorks
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20240310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20241103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260717T144911Z
CREATED:20260717T144828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T144911Z
UID:10000782-1786194000-1786201200@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Schoepp Farms Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Golden Sands for a tour of Schoepp Farms in Columbia County. Ron and his family are pioneers in implementing sustainable farming practices in Wisconsin. During this walking tour\, Ron will share his expertise and firsthand experiences with custom dairy heifer grazing. This event is free and light refreshments will be provided. RSVP is not required but encouraged. Check out our carpool list and save some gas!RSVP
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/schoepp-farms-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Schoepp Farms\, N2007 E Harmon Rd.\, Lodi\, WI\, 53555\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/1-1.png
GEO:43.3483186;-89.6315483
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Schoepp Farms N2007 E Harmon Rd. Lodi WI 53555 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N2007 E Harmon Rd.:geo:-89.6315483,43.3483186
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T153202Z
CREATED:20260506T153159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T153202Z
UID:10000723-1778850000-1778857200@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Grazing Season Kickoff: Jenkins Livestock
DESCRIPTION:Join Golden Sands at Jenkins Livestock to officially kick off the grazing season! Tristan is in the first year of implementing his managed grazing plan with NRCS and will be sharing his experiences. During the event\, cattle will be let out on pasture for the first time this season!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grazing-season-kickoff-jenkins-livestock/
LOCATION:Jenkins Livestock\, N2929 N Kearley Rd\, Markesan\, Wisconsin\, 53946\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-06-102543.png
GEO:43.7382315;-88.9940724
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Jenkins Livestock N2929 N Kearley Rd Markesan Wisconsin 53946 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N2929 N Kearley Rd:geo:-88.9940724,43.7382315
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260402T154023Z
CREATED:20260402T154019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154023Z
UID:10000710-1777370400-1777388400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Columbia County Beef Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Columbia County Beef Marketing WorkshopApril 28th – 10am – 3pmPortage VFW – 215 W Collins St\, Portage\, WI 53901 \n\n\n\nJoin us at the Portage VFW for a free educational workshop on beef marketing.Event topics include:-Cattle Prices and Influences-On-Farm Slaughter-Different Marketing Strategies \n\n\n\nFollowed by a farm tour at Heinze Farm and Lewiston Farmstead Meats. \n\n\n\nThis event is FREE but RSVP is REQUIRED! To RSVP email grazing@goldensandsrcd.org or go to goldensandsrcd.org/events. \n\n\n\nQuestions? (715) 343-6215 ext 709 or grazing@goldensandsrcd.org
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/columbia-county-beef-marketing-workshop/
LOCATION:Portage VFW\, 215 W Collins St\, Portage\, Wisconsin\, 53901
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/unnamed-1.jpg
GEO:43.5630192;-89.4713233
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Portage VFW 215 W Collins St Portage Wisconsin 53901;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=215 W Collins St:geo:-89.4713233,43.5630192
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T180812Z
CREATED:20260417T180808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T180812Z
UID:10000714-1776877200-1776884400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Mud Management and Grazier Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Bring your boots and come on out to Maple Valley Farm on April 22nd for our spring grazier meet up for the Central WI Graziers Group! Hosted by Golden Sands RC&D.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/mud-management-and-grazier-meetup/
LOCATION:Maple Valley Farm\, E5944 County Road G\, Marion\, Wisconsin\, 54950
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/unnamed.png
GEO:44.65073;-88.928313
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Maple Valley Farm E5944 County Road G Marion Wisconsin 54950;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=E5944 County Road G:geo:-88.928313,44.65073
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260402T154605Z
CREATED:20260402T154602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154605Z
UID:10000711-1776420000-1776430800@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Spring Bale Grazing Management: Pasture Walk at Richardson Farm
DESCRIPTION:April 17th 10am – 1pmN641 Sorenson Road\, Waupaca\, WI 54981 \n\n\n\nCome out and join us for demonstrations and discussion on spring management and pasture recovery after bale grazing. \n\n\n\nTopics include:-Thatch treatment with Einböck implement-No-TIll Drill application\, use\, and calibration-Mud season management-Bale grazing tips-Resources and support for grazing operationsEnjoy refreshments with fellow graziers\, learn\, and explore strategies to improve bale feeding and pasture management. \n\n\n\nFREE event. RSVPs appreciated: GoldenSandsRCDc.org/events or Grazing@goldensandsrcd.org or 715-343-6215
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/spring-bale-grazing-management/
LOCATION:Richardson Farm\, N641 Sorenson Road\, Waupaca\, Wisconsin\, 54403\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Spring-Bale-Grazing-Management-Pasture-Walk-Portrait.png
GEO:44.2624861;-89.0559378
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Richardson Farm N641 Sorenson Road Waupaca Wisconsin 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N641 Sorenson Road:geo:-89.0559378,44.2624861
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T120000
DTSTAMP:20251118T201246Z
CREATED:20251117T213044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T201246Z
UID:10000640-1765015200-1765022400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Winter Bale Grazing Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy an informative and hands-on discussion as we explore practical winter grazing strategies and management tips.  \n\n\n\nTopics will include:  \n\n\n\n\nManaging recently stockpiled acres\n\n\n\nWinter bale grazing setup and placement ideas \n\n\n\nTips on moving cattle during winter conditions \n\n\n\nFirst-hand successes and challenges with winter bale grazing\n\n\n\n\nArt and Rheta are seasoned graziers of Waupaca County\, having transitioned their beef cow operation to managed grazing about 13 years ago. This event is an opportunity to learn from years of experience and innovation. Wintering livestock and season extension can be challenging to manage\, so bundle up and join fellow graziers to share tips of the trade. Warm beverages and refreshments provided. More info and RSVP here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/winter-bale-grazing-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Richardson Farm\, N641 Sorenson Road\, Waupaca\, Wisconsin\, 54403\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Winter-Bale-Grazing-Pasture-Walk_Landscape.png
GEO:44.2624861;-89.0559378
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Richardson Farm N641 Sorenson Road Waupaca Wisconsin 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N641 Sorenson Road:geo:-89.0559378,44.2624861
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20250922T182352Z
CREATED:20250922T182348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T182352Z
UID:10000623-1759237200-1759248000@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Seed Collecting: Habitat Improvement and Managed Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Muir Preserve on the John Muir Park Segment of the Trail for fall seed collecting! We’ll have guest speakers to discuss opportunities for managed grazing within prairies followed by guided plant ID and seed harvesting. Work alongside conservation professionals at this fun and relaxed event to contribute towards the improvement of our natural areas! All community members regardless of age or experience are welcome – refreshments will be provided!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/seed-collecting-habitat-improvement-and-managed-grazing/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T172732Z
CREATED:20250610T172730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T172732Z
UID:10000567-1752080400-1752087600@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Dairy Heifer Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Golden Sands RC&D and our partners at the Leder farm to see their custom dairy heifer grazing operation. Leders\, seasoned sheep graziers\, started this year custom grazing heifers for nearby Wepner Farms. Learn about their setup\, heifer grazing\, and the virtual fence collars that they are testing out\, as well as the PaddockTrac\, pasture management system.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/dairy-heifer-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Leder Farm\, N8714 County Road T\, Bear Creek\, Wisconsin\, 54922
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/dairy-heifer-pasture-walk.jpg
GEO:44.5542128;-88.8155534
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Leder Farm N8714 County Road T Bear Creek Wisconsin 54922;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N8714 County Road T:geo:-88.8155534,44.5542128
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T180000
DTSTAMP:20250610T172344Z
CREATED:20250610T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T172344Z
UID:10000566-1751126400-1751133600@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:Grassland Birds & Grazing Pasture Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Golden Sands RC&D at Prairie Pastured Beef LLC to learn how Carl has used managed grazing to convert brush and depleted land to lush productive pasture that supports grassland bird habitat. Ashly Steinke of Audubon Great Lakes will be present to answer questions and share how to become bird friendly certified. Then hear from NRCS on the considerations to make when deciding to graze wetland reserve program (WRP) land. A meal will be provided following the pasture walk. \n\n\n\nEvent is FREE but RSVP is required! RSVP here!
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/grassland-birds-and-grazing-pasture-walk/
LOCATION:Prairie Pastured Beef\, LLC\, 5079 County Rd M\, Junction City\, Wisconsin\, 54443
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/grassland-pasture-walk.jpg
GEO:44.5250634;-89.8127731
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Prairie Pastured Beef LLC 5079 County Rd M Junction City Wisconsin 54443;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5079 County Rd M:geo:-89.8127731,44.5250634
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20250610T170305Z
CREATED:20250610T170303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T170305Z
UID:10000564-1750874400-1750881600@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:From the Wisconsin to the Fox: A Golden Sands RC&D Grazing Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Golden Sands RC&D to learn from Krystian and Monika Weglarz of Back2Bascis Family Farm and tour their 160+ acres. Back2Basics uses modern technology and old-world knowledge to bring healing and restoration to the land. They provide the best possible care for their animals and aim to build a connection to food\, nature\, and holistic nutrition for their family\, friends\, and customers. In addition to pasture-raised\, grass-fed\, and finished and Certified Organic Fed meats and eggs\, they sell dehydrated dog treats\, herbal teas\, and beef tallow. \n\n\n\nMore details here
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/from-the-wisconsin-to-the-fox/
LOCATION:Back2Basics Family Farm\, W7948 Dover Ave\, Westfield\, Wisconsin\, 53964
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/unnamed-2.png
GEO:43.9398974;-89.5552437
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Back2Basics Family Farm W7948 Dover Ave Westfield Wisconsin 53964;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=W7948 Dover Ave:geo:-89.5552437,43.9398974
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T190000
DTSTAMP:20250610T172834Z
CREATED:20250521T194959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T172834Z
UID:10000529-1750348800-1750359600@grassworks.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/unnamed-1-1.png
GEO:44.520423;-89.690156
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Back in Time Bison Ranch 2606 County Rd C Stevens Point Wisconsin 54481;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2606 County Rd C:geo:-89.690156,44.520423
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T150000
DTSTAMP:20250529T151837Z
CREATED:20250505T193750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T151837Z
UID:10000518-1749301200-1749308400@grassworks.org
SUMMARY:From the WI to the Fox: R & S Butzin Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Come along as Russel Butzin takes us on a walking tour of R & S Butzin Ranch. Hear about how they got started in grazing\, their successes and challenges and how they use holistic grazing management to feed the soil and grow healthy cattle that feeds their family\, friends\, and customers.
URL:https://grassworks.org/event/pasture-walk-butzin/
LOCATION:R & S Butzin Ranch\, N5125 17th Bend\, Wild Rose\, Wisconsin\, 54984\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://grassworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/From-the-Wisconsin-to-the-Fox-A-Golden-Sands-RCD-Grazing-Tour-R-S-Butzin-Ranch.png
GEO:44.1646056;-89.2934798
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=R & S Butzin Ranch N5125 17th Bend Wild Rose Wisconsin 54984 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=N5125 17th Bend:geo:-89.2934798,44.1646056
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR