Dane Sumac, Aspen Clearing, Prairie Moraine CP

We will mow sumac with power brush cutters; operators with foot, ear and eye protection welcome.  Probably we will also cut honeysuckle, autumn olive and other brushy invasives, and herbicide the stumps.  […]

Dane County Chapter Hike – Valley View Segment

Photo Credit: Heather McEllistrem The Hike The Valley View segment is a delightful suburban jaunt through restored prairie, with views west to Blue Mounds. This portion of the segment is […]

Dane Oak Woods Restoration, Prairie Moraine CP

We will continue ongoing restoration efforts by clearing invasive or unwanted brush and trees and building slash piles.  In addition to hand tool work, properly equipped and trained chain sawyers will be put […]

Dane Garlic Mustard Control, Prairie Moraine CP

Because of our cold April, even the garlic mustard is behind schedule, along with everything else.  But we’re sure to find it here. Mostly we will be applying herbicide with backpack sprayers, […]

Ice Age Trail Landscape & Geology

During the past 2.5 million years, colossal ice sheets gripped the globe, perhaps 15 different times. Glaciers sculpted about one-third of the earth’s landmass. Sometimes 2 miles thick, they stretched […]

Waukesha/Milwaukee Chapter Mid-Week Hike

Join us for a Mid-Week Hike on the Eagle Segment of the IAT. This segment borders two State Natural Areas. One, the Scuppernong Prairie Natural Area, features the largest native […]