Foraging at Kay's Ledge with Chris Gavin

Kay's Ledge N7836 County Highway WH, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

 Foraging at Kay’s Ledge with Chris GavinTake a “plant walk” with a focus on ethnobotany, where Chris will discuss the plants we will encounter and the basics of identifying, harvesting, and enjoying the abundance of wild foods. You may be encouraged to nibble on safe, raw foods. Chris Gavin is a Wisconsin Master Naturalist, Scout […]

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Oakfield Ledge Hike

Oakfield Ledge State Natural Area 322 Deer Trail Lane, Oakfield, WI, United States

Hike along the north end of the ledge to a trail marker tree. The walk will take about 20 minutes one way. Meet in the small parking lot on County Y just south of the water tower. Leaders – Karl McCarty (Oakfield history teacher), Dave Langholff, and Liz Roy Explore trails, farms, and nature areas […]

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Greenway Arboretum Hike

Greenway Arboretum 55 West Pioneer Road, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

Discover over two miles of beautiful nature trails along the Fond du Lac River on 24.5 acres in town. Meet at the west side of the parking lot at the south Pick ’n Save store at 55 West Pioneer Road. Leader – Evelyn McLean-Cowan Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City […]

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Powell Spring Conservancy Walk

Powell Spring Conservancy W598 County Road K, Ripon, WI, United States

Walk the trails surrounding one of the largest springs feeding into Green Lake. Meet in the southwest corner of the Menards parking lot at 5:45 pm for carpooling. Leader – Diana Beck (920-922-7931) Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City with members of Audubon. Tuesday evening events begin […]

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Holyland Donkey Haven

Holyland Donkey Haven W2082 Mueller Lane, Mount Calvary, WI, United States

The Holyland Donkey Haven is a 100% volunteer-operated, nonprofit donkey rescue and sanctuary. Holyland takes in unwanted, abused, and neglected donkeys as well as a few goats. Leader – Diana Beck Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City with members of Audubon. Tuesday evening events begin at 6:30 pm. […]

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Eldorado Marsh Hike

Eldorado Marsh Wildlife Area N6802 County Road I, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

Eldorado Marsh Hike along the dike through Eldorado Marsh and enjoy a birding opportunity. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Dike Road on the east side of the marsh. Leader – Lori Amend Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City with members of Audubon. Tuesday […]

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Kiekhaefer Park Hike

Kiekhaefer Park 4235 Kiekhaefer Parkway, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

This park of 120 acres has wonderful trails through hilly, wooded terrain and is part of the NiagaraEscarpment. Leader – Diana Beck Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City with members of Audubon. Tuesday evening events begin at 6:30 pm. Our foraging adventure with Chris Gavin is on Saturday […]

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Gottfried Prairie Walk

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

Take a guided tour through some of the 37.5 acres at the Fond du Lac County Campus. Meet in the east parking lot, 400 University Dr. Leader – Margie Winter Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City with members of Audubon. Tuesday evening events begin at 6:30 pm. Our […]

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Lakeside Park West

Lakeside Park West Howard Litscher Drive, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

Explore the trail and boardwalk with views of Lake Winnebago and Supple’s Marsh. Walk over the new bridge connecting East and West parkland. Meet by the dog park. Leader – Lori Amend Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in Fond du Lac County and the City with members of Audubon. Tuesday evening events begin at 6:30 […]

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Chimney Swift Roosting Watch

Metal Link Corporation 196 Western Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, United States

Chimney Swift Roosting Watch Meet on South Brooke Street just south of Western Avenue. Watch the Metal Link chimney starting at 7:45 pm until about 8:10. Bring a lawn chair and binoculars. Join us afterwards to socialize at Fat Joe’s Burgers/Brews, 15 W. Division. St. Leader – Diana Beck Explore trails, farms, and nature areas in […]

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