Events Calendar
We offer easy online sign-up for those events that require it. This helps us to tread lightly on the land by not over-booking events. It also helps us to prepare for events with sufficient supplies, volunteers, and logistics. We hope to see you outdoors soon!
All events listed below are subject to potential changes and cancellations as we follow public health guidelines for community health protection.
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La Crosse Blufflands and Sugar Creek Bluff
In April, join us for two volunteer events happening at the La Crosse Blufflands and Sugar Creek Bluff properties.
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Plum Creek, Sugar Creek Bluff, and Eagle Eye State Natural Area
In May, join us for FOUR volunteer events happening at the Plum Creek Conservation Area, Sugar Creek Bluff, and Eagle Eye State Natural Area properties.
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Plum Creek Conservation Area in Crawford County
Join us for a day of tree planting FOR THE WILD! Conservancy staff invite volunteers to assist with planting and protecting 500 trees on Saturday, May 4*, in an area that was previously used for row crops and is vulnerable…
Sugar Creek Bluff State Natural Area, Ferryville, WI 54628
In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day, a free guided birding walk is being offered to the public by Mississippi Valley Conservancy at Sugar Creek Bluff State Natural Area (SNA) on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Enjoy the sights and sounds…
8:30 am–10:30 am
Plum Creek Conservation Area, Wauzeka, WI
This summer, Mississippi Valley Conservancy will be hosting the Plum Creek Conservation Area's inaugural birding hike on Saturday, June 15th from 8:30 - 10:30am. Located in Crawford County near Wauzeka, Wisconsin, the Plum Creek Conservation Area's property includes over five…
9:00 am–1:00 pm
Kickapoo Caverns, near La Farge, WI
On July 13th, guided cave tours at Mississippi Valley Conservancy’s Kickapoo Caverns nature preserve will be offered to share information about the beneficial role of bats and the importance of protecting their native habitats. Kickapoo Caverns, an 83-acre nature preserve…
5:30 pm–9:00 pm
FSPA on St. Joseph Ridge, W2658 WI-33, La Crosse, WI 54601
On Saturday, August 17, 2024, the popular Villa grounds tour with ridgetop hike and stargazing will again be offered by Mississippi Valley Conservancy, in partnership with the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration (FSPA) and the La Crosse Area Astronomical Society…