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From the trails, to the sky and into the lake, Green Lake has many unique features. On this page you'll find a variety of fun stuff happening in or around Green Lake. Topics: Loons, Sandpipers, Whooping Crane, Osprey Project, Daycholah, Green Lake Greenways, Green Lake Half Marathon The Common Loon spends time in Green Lake during the spring, typically from April until May, and then again between October and December. In springtime, the loon is attracting mates in its full breeding plumage, which includes a black head, black back with white spots, and white underside. By the fall, the Loon’s plumage takes on a dull appearance of gray and white. In November, as many as 30-50 loons can be seen on Green Lake’s waters. Loons on the lake spread out and mostly occupy offshore areas. Loons feed on small fish, caught by diving into the water. They are excellent divers and can hold their breath for about a minute or two. In addition, loons are expert swimmers, often found a substantial distance from where they dove under the water. As a migratory bird, loons are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. There are several other programs that help protect loons, including Get the Lead Out!, which is an initiative in U.S. States and Canada educating anglers about the impact of using lead fishing tackle on loons and other wildlife. Here's a link to non-lead fishing tackle suppliers. View an interactive map of common loon movements and migrations of 2010-2011 from the USGS. This incredible montage taken in Skagit River Valley in northwestern Washington, captures a flock of Western sandpipers as they weave around in waves of unison. Local birder, Tom Schultz, has witnessed similar behavior in Green Lake but on a much smaller scale. Enjoy!
The Wisconsin Whooping Crane organization is moving its operation just north of Princeton to the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area. The organization has been working to establish a population of Whooping Cranes in the Necedah National Wildlife Refuge for several years. Breeding has been difficult due to the nuisance of black flies, which seems to drive the cranes from their nests before the young cranes can hatch. Organizers are hopeful that this problem will not occur at the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area. Take some time to learn more about this operation and view the live stream of the CraneCam. Below is a clip from the documentary, Saving the Ghost Birds: A Celebration of Human Accomplishment.
Green Lake community volunteers have pooled their resources and talents to bring forth the Osprey Project. What began as an acute observation by two Green Lake bird experts, Tom Schultz and Dr. Eric Ratering, evolved into a volunteer driven effort to build and erect osprey nests. Contributions from the GLA's Steve Wood Memorial Fund will be used for additional osprey project features. Learn more about this project. Daycholah, a Cultural and Natural History of Green Lake, Wisconsin, is a documentary that was recently created by the Green Lake Association with funds donated by an anonymous donor. Take a few minutes to view clips from in-depth documentary. The first video is a 3-minute clip of the beginning of the Daycholah DVD, which is an introduction to Green Lake and its history. The second video is another 3-minute clip sharing the history of the construction of the current Millpond Dam and its consequences. Want to view the entire DVD? Contact the Green Lake Association, 920.294.6480 or info@greenlakeassociation.com, to purchase your copy for $20.
Their mission is to facilitate the development of a regional network of trails and greenways that will preserve the natural beauty of our area and provide safe recreation and transportation opportunities for the people throughout the Green Lake Region. Visit the Green Lake Greenways for upcoming trail events, trail construction/improvement updates, photos from various events, and membership information. According to their website, the Green Lake Half Marathon is a " Scenic, tree-lined race route that starts and finishes in the city of Green Lake, with several stretches along the shores of beautiful Green Lake. The run includes a tour of the lovely Green Lake Conference Center, which has many historic structures and extensive stone walls that date from the Victor and Jessie Lawson era in the early 1900s, as well as manicured golf courses." © 2008 Green Lake Association—Last updated on: November 21, 2011 2:58 PM |
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