Evenings Afield is all about gathering together outside… learning directly from the land, from experts, and from each other. Once a month, Evenings Afield are held as a chance to connect with fellow landowners and community members, explore different properties, and experience firsthand the practices that help care for this landscape that we all share.
Whether you are a seasoned land steward, a curious neighbor, or just someone who loves being outdoors, Evenings Afield offers something for everyone. Each event provides a chance to connect with experts, ask questions, and gain hands-on insights into topics like habitat restoration, prairie management, wildlife monitoring, and protecting our streams and night skies. More than just learning, these gatherings foster a sense of community and shared purpose, because the work of caring for this landscape is better together.
Join Us in the Field!
Lowery Creek: A Class 1 Trout Stream & Brook Trout Preserve | May 14th, 2026
This evening highlights the remarkable transformation of Lowery Creek into a thriving brook trout stream. You will hear from biologists and a local angler about what it takes to restore and care for cold water systems like this.
Great Wisconsin Bat Count Kick-Off | June 4th, 2026
Take part in hands-on community science where you will help count bats as they emerge at dusk. The data collected will support ongoing conservation and stewardship efforts.
Restoring the East Knob Pine Relict & Savanna | July 16th, 2026
Set out to see how landowners are actively restoring prairie savanna and rare plant communities.
International designations for Taliesin & Lower Wisconsin State Riverway | August 20th, 2026
Learn how our local landscape connects to global recognition and explore what it means to be a World Heritage Site and a Wetland of International Importance.
Restoring the Welsh Hills Prairies | September 10th, 2026
We head to the Welsh Hills at Taliesin to experience a decades-long restoration effort and enjoy a hike along the Driftless Trail.
Protect the Night: Enjoy & Preserve Dark Skies | October 8th, 2026
We close with an evening to slow down and look up to learn how protecting dark skies supports wildlife and human health.
The Lowery Creek Watershed Initiative is a community-driven partnership of residents, farmers, conservation organizations, and local partners working together to protect water quality, support resilient agriculture, and steward the natural and cultural landscape of the valley.
