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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Spring Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in spring. Knowledgeable tour guides will share the story of caring for the earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. Tour will cover 1-1.5 miles on walking trails at a leisurely pace. \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot (take the right fork in the driveway). Tours will take place in small groups. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain or snow but will cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather. \nIf you registered for this event but can no longer attend\, please fill out this form to let us know of your cancellation.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-spring-tour-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie (KOTP) is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nApril 19 – Signs of Spring \nJoin us as we look for emergent plants\, animals and insects. Depending on the weather\, we may find nectar sources for emerging bumble bees and hear frogs calling around Lost Lake. Together we will share in an action to celebrate Earth Day.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kotp-apr-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Outings and Tours,Sunday Assembly
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Winter Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in winter. Knowledgeable tour guides will share the story of caring for the earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. Tour will cover 1-1.5 miles on walking trails at a leisurely pace. \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot (take the right fork in the driveway). Tours will take place in small groups. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain or snow but will cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather. \nIf you registered for this event but can no longer attend\, please fill out this form to let us know of your cancellation. \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-winter-tour-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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SUMMARY:Fostering a Natural History Community
DESCRIPTION:The practice of natural history is the bedrock of science. This talk will illustrate how we as naturalists employ stories\, specimens\, exploration of the natural world and the practices of paying close attention to build our understanding of the world from the bottom up. Presenter Andrew Hipp will make a case for the importance of natural history as a set of skills and habits that help expose what we don’t yet know and build our affection for the world. Natural history puts the onus on each of us to learn something new before we lose any more pieces\, and it gives us the practices to do so. Supporting and continuing to build a community of naturalists is our best way to ensure the effectiveness and strength of that community. \nSchedule \n\n11:45 am – Doors Open\n11:45 am – Midday Prayer (optional)\n12:00 pm – Lunch\n12:45pm – Presentation Starts\n1:45 pm – Q&A\n\nSpeaker – Andrew Hipp \n \nAndrew Hipp is the Director of the Herbarium and Lead Scientist at The Morton Arboretum and a Lecturer at University of Chicago. His research group investigates the evolution of plant biodiversity\, aiming to understand how the plant Tree of Life evolves and affects our world. He has received awards for his teaching and research from the U.S. Fulbright Program\, National Science Teachers Association\, and International Oak Society. Andrew is the author of popular books on oaks and sedges\, several children’s natural history books\, and more than 140 academic articles and book chapters. \nCost \n$37/person. \nRegistration \nPlease register by January 21\, 2026.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/fostering-a-natural-history-community/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Educational Experience
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Fall Tour
DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to join us for an outdoor tour to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in fall. Experienced tour guides will share the story of Caring for the Earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. Tours will last 1-2 hours. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain but cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register with the button below so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-fall-tour-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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SUMMARY:Flower Identification Walk
DESCRIPTION:Practice your wildflower ID skills! Friends of Wisdom Prairie volunteers Sylvia Marek and Julie Melton are offering a new series of guided hikes through the summer prairie focused on identifying what’s in bloom. You can expect a leisurely walk\, approximately one hour long\, on grassy trails. \nThese informal tours will be offered monthly on the third Thursday of the month for the remainder of the growing season. No registration necessary. Meet at the kiosk at the top of the monastery building parking lot (stay to the right at the fork in the driveway). \nIf you’d like to receive reminders about these monthly plant walks\, please email Amy aalstad@holywisdommonastery.org.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/flower-identification-walk2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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SUMMARY:Flower Identification Walk
DESCRIPTION:Practice your wildflower ID skills! Friends of Wisdom Prairie volunteers Sylvia Marek and Julie Melton are offering a new series of guided hikes through the summer prairie focused on identifying what’s in bloom. You can expect a leisurely walk\, approximately one hour long\, on grassy trails. \nThese informal tours will be offered monthly on the third Thursday of the month for the remainder of the growing season. No registration necessary. Meet at the kiosk at the top of the monastery building parking lot (stay to the right at the fork in the driveway). \nIf you’d like to receive reminders about these monthly plant walks\, please email Amy aalstad@holywisdommonastery.org.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/flower-identification-walk/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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SUMMARY:Flower Market
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Flower Market after Sunday Assembly!\n\n\nTake home a beautiful bouquet\, assembled by volunteers and the land care team\, of monastery grown cut flowers* to enjoy. This market will feature zinnias and other wildflowers. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the Benedictine value of beauty expressed through a bouquet of monastery flowers. \nSuggested donation of $20; your donation will support the meaningful and continued work of Holy Wisdom. \n\n\nCash/check only\nChecks made out to Benedictine Life Foundation\n\n\nAs a reminder\, please never remove flowers or other natural items from the monastery grounds yourself. Our land care team makes informed selections of which prairie flowers can be used at the market based on their expertise and knowledge of our land & the ecology. \n*Cut bouquets are limited. First come\, first serve. We do plan to have a second flower market later in August.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/flower-market/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Summer Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in summer. Experienced tour guides will share the story of Caring for the Earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. Tours will last 1-2 hours. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain but cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register with the button below so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-summer-tour-3/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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SUMMARY:Six-legged Summit: An Insect Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a full day of learning all about the wonderful world of insects. This program involves multiple sessions\, including outdoor field trips\, indoor photo-filled presentations and family-friendly activities. All participants will receive lunch\, and can expect to bring home resources and inspiration to take action on behalf of insects\, as well as a renewed sense of awe and wonder. \nFor each concurrent session\, you can choose from two options including indoor presentations and guided hikes outdoors. \nSchedule\n\n8:45 am – Doors open\n9:00 am – Welcome & introduction\n9:15 – 10:30 am – Concurrent session I\n\nRobberflies with Mike Reese\nMonarch Butterflies with Karen Oberhauser\n\n\n 10:45 am – 12:00 pm – Concurrent session II\n\nDragonflies with Edgar Spalding (outdoor tour)\nBumblebees with Jade Kochanski\n\n\n12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch\n1:00 – 2:15 pm – Concurrent session III\n\nMonarch Butterflies with Karen Oberhauser (outdoor tour)\nDragonflies with Edgar Spalding\n\n\n\nSession Descriptions \nWelcome & Introduction: Join us for a brief introduction to why we’re here today. We’ll take a whirlwind tour of insect diversity\, be reminded of how much you already know about this large class of animals\, and learn how important insects are to our lives and to the workings of the natural world. \nRobberflies with Mike Reese: In this outdoor field trip\, we will explore prairie and woodland trails in search of robberflies\, an overlooked but amazing group of insects. Learn about robberfly ID\, ecology and their amazing hunting abilities. \nMonarch Butterflies with Karen Oberhauser (indoor): Monarch butterfly populations have been declining over the last 25 years—essentially the entire time that we’ve been monitoring them. It is important to move beyond documenting this decline\, and focus on the challenge posed by monarch conservation and insect conservation in general. Come learn about the amazing biology of migratory monarchs\, how we can use data collected by scientists and public to understand what is driving monarch numbers\, and what we can do with that information. The take-home message will be how we can address species conservation—in our own gardens and beyond—in the face of climate and other human-driven changes.  \nDragonflies with Edgar Spalding (outdoor): More information coming soon. \nBumblebees with Jade Kochanski (indoor/outdoor): This session will offer an exploration of Wisconsin’s native bumble bees\, focusing on ecology\, conservation\, and identification. Participants will gain in-field identification experience and are encouraged to use their new knowledge to contribute to the WDNR Bumble Bee Brigade participatory science program. \nMonarch Butterflies with Karen Oberhauser (outdoor): The odds are that there is milkweed\, monarchs’ only host plant\, growing somewhere in a neighborhood near you. Join us for a treasure hunt as we look for monarch eggs and caterpillars on milkweed growing in Holy Wisdom Monastery gardens and prairies\, and check out the other interesting animals that find food or a place to rest on these amazing plants. We’ll look closely at the unique flowers found on all milkweed plants\, and learn about the milky sap that gives the plants their name. \nDragonflies with Edgar Spalding (indoor): More information coming soon. \nLeaders\nJade Kochanski is a pollinator and restoration ecologist whose work focuses on bumble bee conservation in restored tallgrass prairie managed with prescribed fire across Wisconsin. She is committed to community-focused outreach.  \nKaren Oberhauser has studied monarch butterflies for almost 40 years\, using traditional lab and field techniques\, as well as the contributions of a variety of audiences through participatory science. She is now happily retired\, but spent most of her career at the University of Minnesota\, before becoming the director of the UW-Madison Arboretum from 1997-2023.    \nMike Reese has worked as a cook\, botanist\, high school math teacher\, golf and basketball coach\, and finally a high school librarian. While he has no formal academic training in the field of entomology\, he has gained a tremendous depth of knowledge from spending lots of time wandering around\, getting his feet wet and looking for whatever happens to be flying by.   \nEdgar Spalding grew up in rural Nova Scotia and became deeply interested in nature\, and a life-long birder (including photography). But\, in college he became interested less in nature and more in the physical and chemical aspects of life processes — physiology is the best word. So he returned to his native USA for grad school (Penn State)\, postdoctoral work (Yale)\, and joined the faculty at UW–Madison in 1994.  \nWho Can Attend this Event?\nOpen to all. Family friendly\, children welcome to attend with an adult. Activities are most appropriate for adults and kids 5+. \nCost\n\n$22 for adults\n$12 for kids 12 and under\n\nRegister\nPlease register by July 10\, 2025. There is no refund if you have to cancel your registration. \n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/six-legged-summit/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Environmental Education
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SUMMARY:Spring Solar Tilt
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 13\, 2025 | 3:00-4:30 pm\nWe are looking for 90 people to help tilt the solar panels at Holy Wisdom Monastery\nHoly Wisdom Monastery is proudly a net-zero facility\, having implemented solar energy and geothermal heating and cooling in 2024 in our Retreat & Guest House. \nYou are invited to participate in the Spring Solar Tilt\, a hands-on\, community event where we gather together to celebrate solar energy\, honor the changing seasons and pray for the earth. Participants had so much fun last year that we decided to make it an annual event! \nWatch the video below to learn how to tilt the solar panels\n \nThe 30-panel array can be tilted vertically or horizontally\, depending on the season. The panels are currently in their more vertical position which helps to shed snow and catch the lower winter sun more efficiently. They must be manually hand-cranked by teams of three people into their flat spring/summer orientation. Individuals and teams from the community and local businesses are invited to be part of the 2nd annual tilt event as participants or spectators. \nJoin us as one of 90 volunteers who will help to tilt Holy Wisdom’s solar panels! Or come watch and join us in prayer for climate change. Register below to let us know you’ll be coming. \nWe will begin in the Monastery Assembly Room at 3:00 pm before going outside to begin tilting. Parking space may be limited\, so bring your friends\, but please carpool if you can. Please dress for the weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost for this event unless you sign up to stay for dinner at 5:15 pm after the tilting. Since the event is ending just before dinner\, we thought some participants may want to purchase dinner at the monastery\, and enjoy a delicious meal and conversations with other tilt participants. \n$0 – Tilt participant or observer \n$22 – Tilt participant or observer plus optional dinner \nRegister\nPlease register below by May 6\, 2025.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/spring-solar-tilt-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Volunteers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20250321T155359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T183155Z
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SUMMARY:Great WI Birdathon
DESCRIPTION:The Great Wisconsin Birdathon is Wisconsin’s largest fundraiser for bird conservation. Each year bird enthusiasts from across the state form teams with the goal of finding as many unique bird species as possible while raising important funds for bird conservation. \nHoly Wisdom Monastery is participating in this event for the fifth time this year! We hope you’ll support our team ‘Wrens of Wisdom Prairie’ in our efforts to find as many bird species as possible on our property on May 10th. \nThere are several ways to participate: \nJoin us for a birding tour or ‘sit’\nWe are offering four walking tours. Group size will be limited to 10 participants. Tour options include 6:30 am\, 8:00 am\, 10:00 am and noon. \nWe are also offering a birding ‘sit\, at 7:30 am in which we’ll make ourselves comfy on a bench or platform overlooking Lost Lake and observe activity from that spot\, with minimal walking involved. \nBirders of all ages and experience levels are welcome at all tours and sit. \nCome birding on your own\nWe invite you to come explore the monastery property Saturday\, May 10th on your own\, and keep track of the birds you see and hear. Submit your list of species to Amy Alstad\, aalstad@holywisdommonastery.org or 608-836-1631\, x123. \nSupport Wrens of Wisdom Prairie by making a financial contribution\nAll of the dollars raised will directly support bird conservation. Half of the funds raised will stay at Holy Wisdom Monastery and be used to create and maintain bird habitat here\, with the remaining funds going to the Natural Resources Foundation.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/great-wi-birdathon-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Environmental Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T202522Z
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Spring Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in spring. Experienced tour guides will share the story of Caring for the Earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. Tours will last 1-2 hours. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain but cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register with the button below so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-spring-tour-4/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T195818Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Make your garden a beautiful\, vibrant landscape while supporting birds\, bees\, butterflies\, and other native wildlife! Gardening with native plants is a wonderful way to decrease water and nutrient usage\, create environments with plants that bloom throughout the seasons\, and provide critical resources to winged\, crawling\, and hopping wildlife. \nThis spring\, when you order native plants through our special Native Plant Sale with Johnson’s Nursery out of Menomonee Falls\, you get native plants delivered to Middleton\, WI or the eastside of Madison on May 17\, AND 15% of the sale totals go to Holy Wisdom Monastery\, Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance and SOS Save Our Songbirds. \n  \nLearn more & order
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/native-plant-sale-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20250122T145724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T184659Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Backyard National Parks
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Holy Wisdom Monastery to learn about the Backyard National Park movement\, which invites us all to create habitats that sustain life\, one yard at a time. \nEcologist Douglas Tallamy\, who founded the movement (sometimes also referred to as Homegrown National Parks) noted that\, in the past\, we simply expected our gardens to be pretty. In this moment\, we are increasingly expecting that they also support life\, build soil\, sequester carbon and protect water. \nSpeaker Marcel Wuethrich will showcase how you as an individual have the power to make a significant difference in supporting wildlife in our neighborhoods by planting native flowers\, grasses\, bushes and trees. Marcel will share the story of how he and his family converted their Madison yard from a lawn desert to a landscape with native plants that support insects\, birds and small mammals with food\, shelter and nesting habitat. Marcel will also share lessons learned from his work spearheading a volunteer-based restoration effort of 1.5 acres at the Odana Hills Golf Course in Madison. \nSchedule\n6:30 pm – welcome & introductions\n6:40 pm – presentation by Marcel Wuethrich\n7:40 pm – Q & A \nSpeaker – Marcel Wuethrich\nMarcel Wuethrich is a Distinguished Scientist working at the University of Wisconsin who describes himself as a biologist by education and heart. From his early childhood\, Marcel loved watching birds\, insects\, amphibians etc. It is a natural consequence that he became involved in restoring native habitats in Switzerland (where he grew up and studied) and then later in the USA after moving here. \nCost\n$12/person \nRegister\nPlease register below by March 12\, 2025. \nInterested but not able to attend in person? This event will be recorded. All registered participants will receive a link with the recorded presentation to watch at a later date. \nThere is no refund for cancellations. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/creating-backyard-national-parks/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20250107T144942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T012938Z
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Winter Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in winter. Experienced tour guides will share the story of Caring for the Earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. Tours will last 1-2 hours. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain but cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-winter-tour-3/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T152443Z
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SUMMARY:Women's* Chainsaw Workday
DESCRIPTION:Holy Wisdom Monastery is partnering with Dane County Parks to host another Women’s* Restoration Workday on Thursday\, Nov. 14\, 2024\, from 1:00-3:30 pm! \nWhy a Women’s* Workday? \n*It can often be hard for women\, folks who are non-binary/transgender\, and other gender minorities to feel comfortable using chainsaws and brush cutters in a typical restoration workday environment. These workdays are meant to create space for such folks who would benefit from this event and to build community in Dane County. We welcome any level sawyer and folks interested in equipment operation. Not interested in operating a chainsaw? Perfect! We also need brush haulers and folks interested in using a parsnip predator to go after invasive weeds. \nVolunteers should wear boots or other closed toed shoes\, and dress and be ready to work in most weather conditions. Bring drinking water\, a snack\, and anything else you might need to be comfortable. \nLocation\nHoly Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI. Follow signs to park by brown barn. \nRegister\nRegister with the Dane County Parks’ sign-up form by clicking the button below. \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/womens-chainsaw-workday/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Wisdom Prairie Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20240226T215517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T130933Z
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nNovember 10 – Creatures in Winter Family Game\nCome for the end of season party. We’ll start with a short hike and then warm up with a bonfire\, hot chocolate and a fun interactive game for the whole family.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-20/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20240226T215201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T130730Z
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nOctober 13 – Trees in Fall\nTrees are more than their leaves. Walk through the savanna and the woods exploring bark\, nuts\, lichens and more. Look for animal homes. Make a leaf rubbing. Take photos.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-19/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T200149Z
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SUMMARY:Family-friendly volunteer opportunity
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 8th from 11:00 am -1:30 pm\, we will host a family-friendly volunteer opportunity in conjunction with Kids on the Prairie. We will celebrate the beauties and bounties of autumn with activities that include harvesting\, sorting and pressing apples in the monastery orchard and collecting seeds from Wisdom Prairie. Meet at the kiosk in the upper parking lot at 11:00 am. \nPlease help us spread the word and/or bring a friend! Contact aalstad@holywisdommonastery.org with questions.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/family-friendly-volunteer-opp/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie
ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Alstad":MAILTO:aalstad@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20240226T215002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T130301Z
UID:10004314-1725791400-1725796800@holywisdommonastery.org
SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nSeptember 8 – Seed Collecting \nSeeds hold all of life. Take a seed stroll through the prairie. Then collect seeds of some native prairie plants and learn how to plant them. Every family will take home seeds from two species.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-18/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20240226T214700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T130121Z
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nAugust 11 –Lost Lake Critters. Who lives in the lake? Take a look at the tiny critters that feed all the residents of Lost Lake. Observe the painted turtles and explore the trails around the lake for signs of other creatures.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-17/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20240614T194654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T195441Z
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Summer Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the seasonal beauty of Wisdom Prairie by coming out to explore during a time of peak summer blooms. Experienced tour guides will lead small groups on routes of varying length through the restored prairies\, savannas and woodlands of Holy Wisdom Monastery. All are welcome.\n𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆\nVarious tour lengths will be offered. You must be able to walk one mile on mowed hiking trails. \n𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻\nMeet at the outdoor kiosk located at the top of the Holy Wisdom Monastery’s upper parking lot. \n𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿\nPlease register below so we have enough tour guides and can communicate with you about the event.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-summer-tour-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Outings and Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240623T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
CREATED:20240226T214408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T130412Z
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nJune 23 – Butterflies & Berries  \nWe will search the prairie for butterflies. Our monarch expert will show us some monarch eggs. We will use magnifiers to find interesting insects on prairie plants. Then we’ll explore the woods to find seasonal berries and learn who eats them.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-16/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nMay 19 – Birds & Binoculars\nKids and adults are invited to look at the world through binoculars. What birds can we see? We will also learn about Eastern Bluebirds and Sandhill Cranes with two experts. \nRegistration coming soon.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-15/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163313
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SUMMARY:Lupines & Bumble Bees
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beauty and harmony of nature as bumble bee queens and butterflies forage on a hillside of wild lupine and wild indigo in the Holy Wisdom Monastery Prairie. Join Judy Cardin\, Wisconsin Bumble Bee Brigade Educator\, and Amy Alstad\, Director of Land Management & Environmental Education\, Holy Wisdom Monastery for a beautiful spring walk and talk. We will meet at 10:00 am at the trailhead & kiosk at the top of the monastery building parking lot. No registration necessary. \nClick here for a trail map
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/lupines-bumble-bees/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Environmental Education
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SUMMARY:Great Wisconsin Birdathon
DESCRIPTION:Great Wisconsin Birdathon\nThe Great Wisconsin Birdathon is Wisconsin’s largest fundraiser for bird conservation. Each year bird enthusiasts from across the state form teams with the goal of finding as many unique bird species as possible while raising important funds for bird conservation. \nHoly Wisdom Monastery is participating in this event for the fourth time this year! We hope you’ll support our team Wrens of Wisdom Prairie in our efforts to find as many bird species as possible on our property on May 11th\, 2024. \nThere are several ways to participate: \nJoin us for a birding tour or ‘sit’\nWe are offering four walking tours. Group size will be limited to 10 participants. Tour options include 6:30am\, 8:00am\, 10:00am and noon. Birders of all ages and experience levels are welcome\, and the 10:00am tour will be specifically geared towards families. This year\, we are also offering a birding ‘sit\, at 7:30am in which we’ll make ourselves comfy on a bench or platform overlooking Lost Lake and observe activity from that spot\, with minimal walking involved. \nCome birding on your own\nWe invite you to come explore the monastery property Saturday\, May 11th on your own\, and keep track of the birds you see and hear. Submit your list of species to Amy Alstad aalstad@holywisdommonastery.org or 608-836-1631×123. \nSupport Wrens of Wisdom Prairie by making a financial contribution\nAll of the dollars raised will directly support bird conservation. Half of the funds raised will stay at Holy Wisdom Monastery and be used to create and maintain bird habitat here\, with the remaining funds going to the Natural Resources Foundation. To make a contribution\, donate here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/t/4zaqRmDJFF
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/great-wisconsin-birdathon-3/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth
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SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Spring Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience the seasonal beauty of Wisdom Prairie by coming out to explore the spring landscape. Knowledgeable tour guides will lead small groups on routes of varying length through the restored prairies\, savannas and woodlands of Holy Wisdom Monastery. Guides will share our story of caring for the earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. All are welcome. Must be able to safely navigate spring trails. Please meet at the front doors of the monastery at 2:15 pm on the date of the tour. If the event is canceled due to inclement weather\, we will email you by the morning of the tour.\n\n  \nEvent leader\n\n\n  \nDr. Amy Alstad is the Director of Land Management and Environmental Education at Holy Wisdom Monastery. She has a PhD in prairie ecology from UW Madison\, almost a decade of professional experience in the field of restoration ecology\, and a deep-rooted family tradition of restoring and tending prairies that spans four generations. In addition to Dr. Amy Alstad there will be several volunteer tour guides from the Friends of Wisdom Prairie.\n\n  \nDate\nPlease note the date of this event has changed. It will now take place on Wednesday\, Apr. 17 from 2:15-3:45 pm. \nRegister\nPlease register below by Apr. 16\, 2024. \n\n \n\n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-spring-tour-3/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T141500
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SUMMARY:Spring Solar Tilt
DESCRIPTION:Be the first to tilt the new solar panels\nHoly Wisdom Monastery is on track to become a fully net-zero energy campus by the end of 2024. \nYou are invited to participate in the Spring Solar Tilt\, a hands-on\, inaugural community event where we gather together to celebrate solar energy\, honor the changing seasons and pray for the earth. \nThe 30-panel array can be tilted vertically or horizontally\, depending on the season. The panels are currently in their more vertical position which helps to shed snow and catch the lower winter sun more efficiently. They must be manually hand-cranked by teams of three people into their flat spring/summer orientation. Individuals and teams from the community and local businesses are invited to be part of the inaugural tilt event as participants or spectators. \nJoin us as one of 90 volunteers who will be the first to tilt Holy Wisdom’s solar panels! Or come watch and join us in prayer for climate change. Register below to let us know you’ll be coming. \nWe will begin in the Monastery Assembly Room at 1:15 pm before going outside to begin the Tilt. In case of heavy rain or storms\, the event will be moved to Monday\, April 22nd. Parking space may be limited\, so bring your friends\, but please carpool if you can. \nWatch below to see how we will be tilting the panels \n \n  \nWait\, there’s more! After the Tilt you can join us for the Wisdom Prairie Spring Tour\, led by Friends of Wisdom Prairie. Come learn about Holy Wisdom’s ongoing initiatives to restore native prairie\, wetland and savanna ecosystems. If so\, check the box within the form below that says “I will stay for the prairie tour at 2:15 pm” to also register for the tour. \nRegister\nPlease register below by April 16\, 2024.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/spring-solar-tilt/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Volunteers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T120000
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids on the Prairie is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. \nApril 14 – Signs of Spring\nWe will look for signs of emergent plants\, animals and insects. Depending on the weather\, we may find nectar sources for emerging bumble bees. \nRegister\nPlease register below so we know how many will join us.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-14/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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