Events

Gerry Hoekstra is an avid local birder and an expert at attracting birds to his yard.  He will share his secrets and provide information on attracting backyard birds through use of landscaping and ideal plant species.  He will also discuss which birds we can hope to attract during the different seasons, particularly during spring migration.  

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Catherine Williams and Karen Lundquist, Master Naturalists and members of Prairie Partners chapter of Wild Ones will share their knowledge on the natural history of native bees, how to attract them, and ways to improve and provide their habitats.  As important pollinators, native bees are a critical component of a healthy and beautiful natural environment.

Arlene and Dennis Kjar will host the main fundraiser, a garage sale, for the Northfield Prairie Partners of Wild Ones.  All are encouraged to participate.  Please donate items for sale (no electrical items or baby equipment), price ahead of time and deliver to Arlene's home on Thursday or early Friday morning.  Popular items include: birdhouses and feeders, clothing, fruiting plants, native flowers and grasses, antiques, collectibles, and heirloom tomatoes.  Contact Arlene if you can help during the sale or set up.  Friday 11 AM - 7 PM, Saturday 8 AM - 6 PM.

Come to hear Native Prairie Sparrows by Gerry Hoestra, on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at Emmaus Baptist Church, 712 Linden Street N. Fall Festival by the Northfield Prairie Partners Chapter of Wild Ones, pot-luck at 6:00 pm, annual election of officers at 6:30 pm, Silent Auction from 6:00 pm-8:30 pm, program by Gerry Hoestra at 7:00 pm. All are welcome to the free event. For more information contact Arlene Kjar 507-645-8903.