April 23 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Growing Green: Shearing Sheep & Angora Goats Demonstration
Join us for an immersive experience at Honey Creek Orchard in Cedarburg (address below) as part of our Growing Green program series. Witness the skill and expertise of Luke and Bri, two of our Riveredge Nature Center educators, who also co-own the business Riversong Shearing. This interactive demonstration offers a unique opportunity not only to witness the artistry of shearing firsthand but also to learn from Luke and Bri about sustainable farming practices, the importance of fiber animals in agriculture, and the harmonious relationship between humans, animals, and the environment. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer, a fiber arts enthusiast, or simply curious about the world of agriculture, this event promises to be both educational and inspiring. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience as we explore the wonders of Growing Green through shearing. Learn more about Luke, Bri, and Riversong Shearing below.
Members*: $10 | Non-members: $15
All ages welcome. Children under 2 can attend free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-registration required by April 22 at 4:00 pm.
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About Luke, Bri, and Riversong Shearing:
Luke and Bri lead a unique lifestyle, spending most of the year working at Riveredge and then embarking on an exciting journey as traveling shearers during the shearing season. Their adventures take them across 13 states, starting in Florida during the winter months and shearing at approximately 250 farms. Specializing in sheep, alpacas, and llamas, Luke and Bri bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the shearing demonstration. As they expertly shear the sheep and Angora goats, they will share insights into their nomadic lifestyle, their experiences on the road with their faithful chihuahua companion, and the joys and challenges of life as traveling shearers.
Members:
If you need to check your membership status , please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.
To become a member, click here
April 23
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May 8 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Growing Green:
Compost – Building Your Soil
How healthy is your soil, and what can you do to improve it? One of the best ways to “build” the nutrition of your soil, and thereby increase the nutrient uptake in garden plants, is by utilizing what Mary Ann Ihm calls “Black Gold”- compost! We will discuss various techniques and methods to support the O-horizon by creating and maintaining an at-home compost.
Meet at Wellspring Farm in West Bend (address below).
Ages 18+
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration required by May 7 at 11:55 pm.
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May 8
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
March 23 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Agroforestry:
Apple Tree Grafting
with Dan Bussey
Apple Historian Dan Bussey is widely known for his expertise as the author of The Illustrated History of Apples In the US and Canada and his previous work as Orchard Manager for Seed Savers Exchange. Dan has been dedicated to the preservation and management of heirloom species, and has brought many of them back from the brink of extinction. Although his work chronicles 16,350 apple varietal listings, he will be working with us to share the diversity of apples at the Riveredge Farm.
Participants will learn how to graft 3 species of apples, currently growing at our permaculture Farm, onto M-2 semi-dwarf root stock. Registered participants get to take home 3 grafted apple trees in 7-gallon felt pots.
Ages 18+
Members: $100 | Non-members: $110
Pre-registration required by March 21 at 11:55 pm
Register Here
Members:
If you need to check your membership status , please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.
To become a member, click here
March 23
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12:00 pm
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4:00 pm
February 7 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Growing Green Farm Tour:
PortFish
PortFish is a nonprofit organization formed to address, and raise awareness about, issues and concerns regarding our current and future food supply. Their hope is to establish an independent, local, sustainable, and year-round food system in our community; developing a working model that other communities can follow. PortFish is experimenting with alternative growing systems, including aquaponics and hydroponics, that can produce food for our community year-round.
Join Riveredge on a tour of PortFish to learn about sustainable and healthy alternatives to food production and supply, and how to engage communities in actively exploring alternatives.
All ages welcome! Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Member Adult (12+): $10 | Non-member Adult (12+): $20
Member Child (3-11): $5 | Non-member Child(3-11): $10
Children under 3 are free!
Pre-registration required by February 6 at 11:59 pm
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Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
To become a member, click here
February 7
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
February 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Growing Green:
REKO Ring
Connecting You with Local Food Sources and Farmers
Connect with our community and learn from this informational presentation on the Ozaukee and West Bend REKO Rings. This unique system of accessing local food sources allows consumers to pre-order from producers for pick up- like a presold Farmer’s Market. If you are interested in understanding more about local food systems and how they support both the land and people, this is the program for you!
Member: $5 | Non-member: $10
Ages 14+ | Children are welcome to accompany an adult
Pre-registration required by February 20 at 11:59 pm
Register Here
Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
To become a member, click here
February 21
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6:00 pm
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7:00 pm
March 10 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Growing Green
Garden Planning Panel- TO BE RESCHEDULED
Gather with a community of seasoned gardeners to casually learn and discuss general gardening tips, tricks, and what-not-to-do’s! This facilitated, Q&A style program will leave you confident and excited about springtime planting.
Ages 14+
All Access Member: $10 | Trail Pass Member: $12 | Non-member: $15
Registration closes March 9 at 11:59 pm
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Ages 14+
All Access Members: $10
Trail Pass Members: $12
Non-members: $15
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If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
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March 10, 2023
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5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
March 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Agroforestry:
Pruning Field Workshop
This pruning workshop is entirely outside and designed to elevate tree and shrub care for both professionals, and beginners. An emphasis will be given on old apple trees this time of year as we will be actively pruning an old forgotten orchard. You will be introduced to the basics of plant biology and structure, responses to the basic types of pruning cuts, pruning standards, timing, how to successfully restore previously mal-pruned trees, common mistakes, disease issues, proper tools and safety procedures to use. This is a workshop where you will actively improve and practice your pruning skills.
Ages 18+
Members: $55 | Non-members: $65
Pre-registration required by March 20 at 11:59 pm
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March 21, 2023
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9:00 am
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12:00 pm
March 25 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Agroforestry:
Apple Tree Grafting
with Dan Bussey
Apple Historian Dan Bussey is widely known for his expertise as the author of The Illustrated History of Apples In the US and Canada and his previous work as Orchard Manager for Seed Savers Exchange. Dan has been dedicated to the preservation and management of heirloom species, and has brought many of them back from the brink of extinction. Although his work chronicles 16,350 apple varietal listings, he will be working with us to share the diversity of apples at the Riveredge Farm.
Participants will learn how to graft 3 species of apples, currently growing at our permaculture Farm, onto M-2 semi-dwarf root stock. Registered participants get to take home and plant their 3 grafted apple trees.
Ages 16+
Members: $100 | Non-members: $115
Pre-registration required by March 24 at 11:59 pm
Register Here
March 25, 2023
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12:00 pm
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4:00 pm
February 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Growing Green:
Native Landscaping Design for the Novice
Would you like to beautify your back yard and improve habitat for wildlife and pollinators but don’t know where to start? This course is for you!
Join the conservation department for a morning of learning and planning. We will spend approximately an hour reviewing different principles of native landscape design and a broad sweep of plant profiles and their attributes. Most of the class will be spent working on your own design for your personal landscape with one on one help from guest consultants and experts in the field. By the end of the class you can walk out with a rough map and layout, a list of plants, trees and shrubs, a budget, timeline and the sense of confidence you need to get your design started!
Ages 14+
All Access Household: $30 | Trail Pass Household: $35 | Non-member Household: $40
Registration closes 9am on 2/3.
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Ages 14+
All Access Household: $30
Trail Pass Household: $35
Non-member Household: $40
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Take advantage of member benefits and discounts!
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Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
To become a member, click here
February 4, 2023
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9:00 am
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12:00 pm
