Come hear the full story. LSRWA and SWLC invite the community to a Lunch & Learn presentation on why biodiversity matters globally, what it means locally for flooding and water quality in the Sugar River Watershed, and how a former golf course has become a living model of what restoration can accomplish.

Stay for a guided walk through the prairie and wetland trails. Is this piquing your curiosity? The same day as the Lunch & Learn is our FREE community Bioblitz! You are invited to join us for a day of exploration and learning about the importance of biodiversity to our ecosystems. You can learn more about the bioblitz and register at: www.lsrwa.org/bioblitz.

Our Field Station Team and Partners are hosting a one-day public Bioblitz on Saturday, June 13, at Three Waters Reserve and habitats in the Norwegian Creek Tributary Basin. This is a FREE community event for people of all ages and backgrounds to attend.

What is a bioblitz?! A bioblitz is a community science event where scientists, naturalists, and community volunteers come together to survey and record as many species as possible. This bioblitz will act as a “snapshot” of the biodiversity within our watershed.

Do I need to have any experience in ecology or a certain field? NO! We invite all community members, regardless of their background. This is an opportunity for you to learn more about what is living in the natural world around us.

During this Lunch and Learn session, we will explore the methods and stories behind some of the most popular photos we have shared, as well as other special photography moments. While we cannot give away all of our secret tips and tricks, we are happy to share methods with you to help you improve your photography skills!

Enjoy Irish cuisine while learning how a newly installed flux tower at Three Waters Reserve tracks carbon, water, and ecosystem health, helping scientists understand how restoration allows the land to “breathe” again.

Covering topics from tree and brush removal, fire break development, heavy fuels reduction, and holding concerns, this will be a must-attend if you have…

Classroom topics are presented live in an indoor classroom. Topics include fire ecology, tools, fuels & fire behavior, as well as safety and crew structures. A pen and notebook are encouraged for the Classroom Session, but bring your enthusiasm and excitement to learn & engage. For the Field Session, you will need to be wearing all natural fibers (wool, cotton, linen). Some Nomex PPE will be available to borrow. Please make sure you have a water bottle and snacks that you can bring out in the field with you. In order to execute prescribed burning training, a safe environment is key. Weather conditions such as wind, humidity, precipitation, and other factors are taken into consideration. If any of these factors are not met, the field session will be postponed to a “rain date” listed above.

Enjoy an American meal, catered by Culinary Nirvana, while learning about Professor Tom Hunt's experience serving as the land manager for Sylvan Road...

Join us for a guided walk at Sunny Peace Prairie. Just north of town, this 75-acre property was saved from becoming a mining site thanks to the vision and generosity of a local family. They began the process of restoring the land and ultimately donated it to the Southern Wisconsin Land Conservancy. Today, visitors can explore scenic trails and relax on Leopold benches while taking in restored prairies, woodlands, and abundant wildlife—including Wisconsin’s third-largest shagbark hickory tree. At nearly 1,000 feet above sea level, the property’s highest point offers breathtaking panoramic views.

Come together to learn about Three Waters Reserve’s unique history and learn about its partnerships that make it what it is today.