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CALENDAR OF EVENTS, 2010: May, June, July, August, September GLA Board of Director Meetings Saturday, May 1st, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.—Hammer's Trail Conservancy Parnership Work Day. Volunteers will be cutting and removing buckthorn and invasives near the trailhead for Hammer's Trail located in the Green Lake Conference Center (aka ABA) just south of the Tea House. This trail was the destination for January's Moonlight Walk and Chili which was attended by over 200 people. Volunteers should wear long pants, long sleeves, solid shoes and work gloves. If you have chain saws, please bring them. However, due to liability we request that only chainsaw owners operate their own chainsaws. In addition to mechanical buckthorn removal efforts, volunteers are needed for physically removing and piling the cut buckthorn. All levels of fitness are welcome. Complimentary coffee (bring your own cup!) and sweets will be provided during intermittent breaks. For those who are able, the group will be going to Christiano's for lunch afterwards. This is work, but it's "fun work" with a great feeling of accomplishment and camaraderie in the end. And remember "sweat is good ......especially when enjoying eating pizza afterwards"! If you can't make it, there will be a lot more opportunities to help in the future. This is public Conservancy Land ....YOUR LAND .....that we are improving! Please call the GLA office, 920-294-6480, or Jerry Specht, 920-229-4468, for questions. RSVP is not mandatory, but very much appreciated! Learn more about volunteering. Sunday, May 16th, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.—Mitchell Glen Conservancy Partnership Work Day. Volunteers will be cutting and removing buckthorn and invasives in Mitchell Glen. Volunteers should wear long pants, long sleeves, solid shoes and work gloves. If you have chain saws, please bring them. However, due to liability we request that only chainsaw owners operate their own chainsaws. In addition to mechanical buckthorn removal efforts, volunteers are needed for physically removing and piling the cut buckthorn. All levels of fitness are welcome. Please call the GLA office, 920-294-6480, or Jerry Specht, 920-229-4468, to RSVP. Saturday, June 5th, 7:30 am to 10 a.m.—Kayak or Canoe the Silver Creek Inlet Bay Area led by birder and Green Lake Conservancy board member Tom Schultz and coordinated by the Green Team. Participants should meet and park at the Indian Point property, N5506 County Rd. A, Green Lake. It is located on the east side of Co. A, across from the Sailing School at the north end of Sunset Park. While Mother Nature and Tom Schultz will provide the entertainment, participants should bring their own canoes or kayaks, life vests, snacks, drinks, etc. Participants will observe and learn about the birds in the area and view 3 key Conservancy Partnership Properties: Sugar Island, Sunnyside Nature Preserve and Silver Point Preserve. Reservations are not necessary, but appreciated. The event is free and open to the public. Contact Tom Schultz (920-294-3021) or Jerry Specht (920-229-4468) with questions. Green Team Outings are supported by the Oshkosh Community Foundation's Herman Schultz Grant. Saturday, June 12th, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.—GLA's Annual Meeting, Heidel House Resort, 643 Illinois Ave, Green Lake.
Friday, July 9th, 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.—An Evening with Dean for Big Green: Green Lake Association's First Annual Gala Fundraiser, Heidel House Resort, 643 Illinois Ave, Green Lake. Join Joe Scalissi, Dean Martin Tribute Artist, as he captures the "boozy, carefree spirit of the Lounge Lizard." Frequently cited as the world's most authentic Dean Martin Tribute Artist, Joe has shared the stage with these other great performers: Frankie Avalon, Al Martino, Nancy Sinatra, Dick Cotino, Frank Stallone, The Four Aces, Danny and the Juniors, and Lena Prima. Cost is $40/ticket for members, $50/ticket for non-members. Purchase a reserved table for 10 and invite your friends! Ticket price includes dinner and entertainment. Tickets are limited! To purchase your tickets, please contact the GLA office, 920-294-6480 or jenkaiser@greenlakeassociation.com. Learn more about this event you don't want to miss! Sponsored by Burkart-Heisdorf Insurance and Heidel House Resort & Spa. Saturday, July 10th, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. —Mitchell's Glen Tour coordinated by the Green Team. Explore the glen with local biologist and educator, Tom Eddy. This Conservancy Partnership Property includes 12.2 acres of maple-basswood climax forest, unique geological formations, outstanding biodiversity, and spring-fed waters that drain into Green Lake. The tour involves descending steep steps down into the ravine. Participants should meet at Sunset Park (at the east end of the lake). The event is free and open to the public. Space is limited and reservations are mandatory. Contact Paulie at the Green Lake Sanitary District (920-295-4488) for more details and tour reservations. Green Team Outings are supported by the Oshkosh Community Foundation's Herman Schultz Grant. Saturday, July 17th, 9 a.m. to noon - Green Lake's Youth Fishing Clinic, Playground Park, Green Lake. In cooperation with Walleyes for Tomorrow— Green Lake Chapter, children ages 4 to 16 will learn the basics about fishing. Topics include casting, fish identification, knot tying, tackle and bait assembly, fishing ethics and regulations, and invasive aquatic species. Each participant will receive a free fishing pole, compliments of Walleyes for Tomorrow, as well as a goodie bag. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Cost is free for members and $5 per non members. Space is limited and registration is required. Register by calling our office, 920-294-6480 or emailing ainsleyrubbert@greenlakeassociation.com. Special thanks to our partner Walleyes for Tomorrow - Green Lake Chapter, as well as our supporters: Walmart, Badger Mining, and The Green Lake Sanitary District. To view pictures from last year’s event please visit us on Flickr or Facebook. Saturday, August 7th, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. —Indian Mound and Artifact Tour led by Dr. Eric Ratering and coordinated by the Green Team. Total biking distance (round trip) will be about 5 miles. The ride will begin at Sunset Park at the east end of the lake. Ratering, a local Indian history expert, will stop at various points along Spring Grove Rd. to share the colorful Native American history with participants. The bike tour will finish at Horners Road, where bikers may continue on their own ride or return to Sunset Park. Participants should bring your own bikes, water, snacks, spare tubes and equipment. Bikers will be riding on roads with vehicle traffic. PLEASE wear HELMETS. This event is free and open to the public. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Reservations are not necessary, but appreciated. Contact Jerry Specht (920-229-4468) if you have any questions. Green Team Outings are supported by the Oshkosh Community Foundation's Herman Schultz Grant. Saturday, September 4th, 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. —Hike the Winnebago and Hammer's Trails sponsored by the Green Team. Enjoy a walk on the trails in the two newest Conservancy Partnership Properties. Walk both Hammer’s Trail (in the Assembly Creek and Springs Conservancy) and the historic Winnebago Trail along the shore of Green Lake (Winnebago Trail Preserve). Both of these properties were purchased in 2009. Participants should meet at the Hammer’s Trail trail head, located a short distance southwest of the Tea House at the Green Lake Conference Center (at the corner of Hillside Rd and Log Cabin Rd). There will be about 3+ miles of walking, encountering a few rolling hills and one relatively steep descent. Participants should bring their own water, snacks, good hiking shoes, and be ready to walk at 8:30. The event is free and open to the public. Contact Tom Schultz ( 920-294-3021 ) or Jerry Specht ( 920-229-4468 ) with any questions. RSVP is not mandatory but very much appreciated. Green Team Outings are supported by the Oshkosh Community Foundation's Herman Schultz Grant. Back to Top |