Land Stewardship: Oak Woodland Clearing, Andersen Preserve – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

With winter finally here, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savana Restoration, Springfield Hill – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

With winter finally here, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Young’s Prairie Restoration, Montrose – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

With winter finally here, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Prairie Restoration, Mammoth Back – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

With winter finally here, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

A Successful 2024 Trailbuilding Season, Thanks to Volunteers!

Many upgrades improved existing segments in a maintenance-focused year!

In 2024, 935 Ice Age Trail Crew volunteers dedicated 23,617 service hours to upgrading existing segments by improving drainage, hardening tread, and building new structures. Photos by Patrick Gleissner and Dave Caliebe.
In 2024, 935 Ice Age Trail Crew volunteers dedicated 23,617 service hours to upgrading existing segments by improving drainage, hardening tread, and building new structures. Photos by Patrick Gleissner and Dave Caliebe.
“It’s exciting to build brand-new segments of Ice Age National Scenic Trail, but it’s also necessary and rewarding to maintain what we have,” said Dave Caliebe, Trail Program Manager. “In 2024, 935 Ice Age Trail Crew volunteers dedicated 23,617 service hours to upgrading existing segments by improving drainage, hardening tread, and building new structures.”

Continue reading

Native Seed Harvest Increases Plant Diversity Along the Ice Age Trail

Seed was harvested from more than 100 plant species on 6 Alliance-owned preserves. These conservation efforts will benefit more than 50 future acres.

During 17 seed collecting events in September and October, 296 volunteers (including 183 students from 4 school districts) collectively donated 778 service hours. Photo by Miranda Murphy.
During 17 seed collecting events in September and October, 296 volunteers (including 183 students from 4 school districts) collectively donated 778 service hours. Photo by Miranda Murphy.
During 17 seed collecting events in September and October, 296 volunteers (including 183 students from 4 school districts) collectively donated 778 service hours. They harvested native seed from more than 100 plant species on 6 Alliance-owned preservesThese conservation efforts will benefit more than 50 future acres. Every seed head clipped will help support plant and animal communities along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

Continue reading

Dane County Chapter 2025 Hike-A-Thon Planning Meeting

We are now gearing up for planning the 2025 Dane County Hike-A-Thon, tentatively planned for Summer 2025! We had a record turnout in 2024, raising over $10,000 for the Dane County Land Fund. In order to continue the success for the event next year, we are looking for volunteers to help plan the 2025 Hike-A-Thon! The Dane County Hike-A-Thon is the flagship fundraising event for the Dane County Chapter, with funds going to purchase and protect land to build more trail in Dane County! If you are interested in helping with next years event, please join us at the 2025 Dane County Hike-A-Thon kick-off meeting!

More Trail to Explore in Marquette County!

Thanks to volunteers, hikers now have an attractive boardwalk and two miles through Montello to enjoy.

122 dedicated volunteers generously donated 2,333 service hours to build a more than 800-foot-long boardwalk on John Muir Preserve and blazed two miles of Trail through Montello. Photo by Dave Caliebe.
122 dedicated volunteers generously donated 2,333 service hours to build a more than 800-foot-long boardwalk on John Muir Preserve and blazed two miles of Trail through Montello. Photo by Dave Caliebe.
“The leaves are gone from the hillsides, and the glory of the red maple and yellow aspen and birch is strewn upon the ground. Only in the protected swamps is there any color, the smoky gold of the tamaracks.” ~ Sigurd Olson
The Ice Age Trail Crew project at the Alliance-owned Muir Preserve contained everything for an ideal season finale. A mellow vibe carried through all four and a half days, during which 122 volunteers collectively donated 2,333 service hours. Pre-project frame-building efforts by the Marquette County Chapter got the smooth-rolling project off to a good start. Then, perfect weather graced it with cool evenings, frosty mornings, and pleasant daytime temperatures. As a bonus, early morning coffee drinkers enjoyed muted autumn beauty, watching fog rise from mirror-like Ennis Lake.

Continue reading

Land Stewardship: Oak Woodland Clearing, Andersen Preserve – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Note: This is a change from what was listed on the printed calendar.

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savanna Restoration, Prairie Moraine – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Note this workday was moved in the calendar from it’s previously scheduled day.

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savanna Restoration, Cross Plains Reserve – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Note this workday was moved in the calendar from it’s previously scheduled day.

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Woodland Clearing, Anderson Preserve – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savanna Restoration, Halfway Prairie – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Prairie Restoration, Mammoth Back – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Prairie Seams and Edges Removal, Liebetrau – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Savanna Restoration, Badger Mill Creek – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

Description

As fall changes to winter, we remove sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while cutting trees. We need people to help by using loppers and other hand tools, and run power brush cutters. Additionally we will need NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing. If there is snow on the ground, we will likely be burning brush and logs to clear the land and provide warmth.

What to Bring

Interested in cutting brush by hand? You should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. (If we are burning brush, wear older, non-synthenic clothes for a top layer to avoid damage from embers.) If you want to use the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment). You need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen is optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

Joining us for the first time at an event? Please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or have not completed one in the past 12 months.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Great Progress: Trail Reroute Underway in the Blue Hills

More than one mile of tread built thanks to volunteers!

128 dedicated volunteers generously donated 4,500 service hours to build more than one mile of new tread on the Blue Hills Segment. Photo by Cameron Gillie.
128 dedicated volunteers generously donated 4,500 service hours to build more than one mile of new tread on the Blue Hills Segment. Photo by Cameron Gillie.
So, after years of patiently waiting, 128 volunteers arrived with their sleeves rolled up, ready to work. They enthusiastically churned through the construction notes—the section-by-section to-do list—collectively donating 4,500 service hours. Crews built a three-quarters-mile-long section of four-step tread, completing the last page of the construction notes by the end of the day on Thursday.

Continue reading

Land Stewardship: Oak Woodland Clearing, Andersen Preserve – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Savanna Clearing, Holmes Preserve – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savanna Restoration, Halfway Prairie – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Prairie Seed Collection and Planting, Mammoth Back – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Savanna Restoration, Badger Mill Creek – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savanna Restoration, Shoveler Sink – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Oak Savanna Restoration, Valley View – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.

Land Stewardship: Prairie Restoration, Mammoth Back – Dane County Chapter

Photo Credit: Brent Sieling

*** You MUST contact the posted workday leader listed below to make sure the workday location or details have not changed, as these events are posted in advance. ***

Description

We are now continuing our fall removal of sumac and other shrubs from our prairies and savannas, while enjoying the exuberamt late-summer blooms in the prairies. We need help from people using loppers and other hand tools, people who can run power brush cutters, and NPS -certified chain sawyers. No prior experience is required to do this work, but we need to know who can help so that we have enough equipment to use. Come for part of the day or the whole thing.

What to Bring

If you are interested in cutting brush by hand, you should have long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and sturdy boots. If you are interested in using the chapter’s brush cutters, please indicate that when you RSVP (so we have the equipment) and you need long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, gloves, sturdy boots and hearing protection. Bring whatever water and food you want for the day. Sunscreen and insect repellent are optional but advised.

RSVP

You must RSVP with the work day organizer (listed below) so we have enough equipment and we can make sure all volunteers for the day have up-to-date information about meeting location.

Volunteer Service Agreement

If you’re joining us for the first time at an event, please complete the fillable Volunteer Services Agreement Form and email it (along with any questions) to National Park Service, (iatr_vip_ice_age_trail@nps.gov). You should also complete the form if you don’t have a Volunteer Services Agreement Form on file, or completed one prior to January 2022.

Additional information for first-time volunteers.

Email Updates:

If you are interested in volunteering regularly, request to be added to our email group. Contact Megan Schliesman (schliesfrau@gmail.com) and ask to be added to our Stewardship list.  (Note: Megan cannot answer questions about workdays; she coordinates the list, not workdays.)  Emails sent on the listserv will contain all the details for a workday, and you should contact the listed leader for any given workday with questions.