Events Calendar
Protecting Wild & Working Lands in Southern Wisconsin.
Photo: Members of a local food cooperative learn about the restoration of Three Waters Reserve..
Trail Walk: Three Waters Reserve
Join us for a guided trail walk at Three Waters Reserve. Located on Decatur Lake, this 70-acre property was once the Decatur Lake Golf Course and Country Club. Now restored to its natural state by the Southern Wisconsin Land Conservancy, it features trails that wind through oak prairie savanna, open prairie, and wetlands. A haven for wildlife, the property is a popular birding hotspot and supports a rich diversity of native species.
Trail Walk: Sunny Peace Prairie
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.
Lunch & Learn: From Courses to Cranes
Come together to learn about Three Waters Reserve’s unique history and learn about its partnerships that make it what it is today.
Lunch & Learn: Sunny Peace Prairie
Learn about our new nature reserve and its unique property journey through time and what is in store for its future.
Pairing Night: Wines Around the World
Join us for another offering in our Pairing Night Series at Three Waters Reserve! Take a journey around the world by indulging in wines from across the globe during this pairing night! Award winning Chef John Marks will be preparing the perfect food samples to pair with each wine. An expert from Wines for Humanity will be joining in the fun to provide commentary and information about each carefully selected wine offering. This tasting is a fundraiser for the Southern Wisconsin Land Conservancy, proceeds from any bottle sold supports their mission of land conservation here in Wisconsin.
What's included:
a wine passport with information about the wines you will be enjoying
samples of SIX different wines from around the world
carefully curated food samples to pair with each wine
the opportunity to order wine for home if you like any of the samples, or you can order from their full portfolio!
Can't attend but you want to support this event? A link is on it's way, you will be able to order wine for a cause right to your door!
Limit: 40 seats
Cost: $40
Register by: November 3rd, 2024
Where: Three Waters Reserve, N3941 Golf Course Rd, Brodhead, WI 53520
Attendees must be 21 or older to attend.
Jack's Willow Creek Conservancy Member's Tour
Join us and fellow SWLC’s members for a guided tour of an SWLC conservation easement property, Jack’s Willow Creek Conservancy. A tribute to Jack, the landowner’s son, Jack’s Conservancy is dedicated to sharing Jack’s story as a survivor of shaken baby syndrome and promoting the enjoyment of nature for all. During this tour you will learn about Jack’s story that lead to the conservation of this 70-acre property, and will embark on a tour of the property guided by ecologists and the landowners.
Light refreshments will be provided. If desired transportation around the property will be available to accommodate all mobility levels.
Sign up for your membership today and register for this special event in your Member Center.
This event is free for SWLC members, and $5 for non-members to attend. The $5.00 is a donation to SWLC.
Space is limited, registration closes 6/10/2024.
Get registered to attend here!
Lunch & Learn: Brodhead History Unearthed
Description: From a historic railroad to the button boom, Brodhead's story is one of community resilience and adaptation to economic and social changes. Join us as Brodhead Historical Society's, Denny Schwartz, presents the history of the land that became the Decatur Lake Golf Course and surrounding areas of Decatur and Brodhead.
Featured Lunch Buffet: Traditional American Cuisine
Register By: October 26, 2023
Cost: $18.95