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May – June 2017 May – Jun 2017
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May
20
Sat
2-Day Herbalism Workshop with Matthew Wood @ Kinstone
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May 20 @ 9:00 AM – May 21 @ 5:30 PM
2-Day Herbalism Workshop with Matthew Wood

 

Date: May 20 – 21, 2017

Time: 9:00am-5:30pm (each day)

Description: World-renowned herbalist, Matthew Wood, will teach this two-day workshop. He will focus on native medicinal herbs in our region and practical household herbalism. There will be some classroom time as well as several herb walks (weather permitting). The woods, gardens, fields, prairie and barnyard at Kinstone offer a spectacular and diverse setting where we will find many native plants in their natural habitats. We will be walking the land, so dress for the weather and wear your hiking boots and be prepared to walk in rough and sometimes steep terrain. Bring rain coats and boots if needed. This class will fill quickly so register early. Register below by purchasing a ticket at the bottom of this page!

Price: $210 *Early Bird discounts available

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/

Location: Kinstone

S3439 Cole Bluff Lane

Fountain City, WI 54629

P: (608) 687-3332 

Important Information: During this workshop, we will have several of Matthew Wood’s books at Kinstone for purchase. Further, we may have a limited number of herbs and medicinal plants for sale (depending on availability).

Event URL: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/events/herbalism-with-matthew-wood/

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May
21
Sun
Kinstone Guided Tour @ Kinstone
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May 21 @ 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Kinstone 1-Hour Guided Tour

Date: Every Sunday: May 7 – Oct. 31

Time: 1:00pm – 2:15 pm

Description: On every Sunday, our tour features the large Stone Circle, the thatched cordwood Chapel, the Stargazer Circle and the Three Witnesses sculpture. Learn about the setting of the standing stones in the Kinstone Circle including who they represent, what might be buried underneath them and alignments to Summer and Winter Solstice. Visit the Stargazer Circle to see the Reflection Stone, and the two Stargazer Stones. See the dry-stack limestone sculpture known as The Three Witnesses with its Equinox Window. Get answers to some common and some not-so common questions!

Price: $5/person. Please be prepared to pay your guide in cash. Correct change is very much appreciated!

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/

Location: Kinstone

S3439 Cole Bluff Lane

Fountain City, WI 54629

P: (608) 687-3332 

Important Information: No advanced notice or registration required. Arrive about 15 minutes before the tour starts (get there around 12:45pm). Park in the gravel parking area by the tall stone, Venus, on the corner as you arrive at the Kinstone grounds.

Event URL: http://www.kinstonecircle.com/weekly-guided-tours-of-kinstone/

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May
24
Wed
Master Class in Permaculture Design – Spring 2017 @ Kinstone
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May 24 @ 8:30 AM – May 28 @ 5:00 PM

Master Class in Permaculture Design – Spring 2017

 

Date: May 24-28, 2017

Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm (each day)

Description: This advanced, applied Permaculture design course is for anyone looking to study Permaculture design at a deeper level. Enhance your understanding of the Permaculture ethics and principles and practice applying them to property designs with input and guidance from experienced Permaculture consultant and designer, Wayne Weiseman. Gain the skills and confidence needed to take your Permaculture design skills beyond your own back yard.  This course will give you the skills and foresight needed to assess, conceive and design any property into a perpetual harvest garden. This program teaches the use of ecological landscape design language and technique using the Permaculture design process to create an ecologically balanced residence and abundant lifestyle. You will practice designing property infrastructure, the built environment, integration of animals and plants, and merging all of these elements into a designed landscape of your creation. This course is an in-depth practicum of the process and concept of designing; it is not a how-to technical drawing course.

Price: $750 * Early Bird & Group discounts available

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/

S3439 Cole Bluff Lane

Fountain City, WI 54629

P: (608) 687-3332 

Important Information: Prerequisites: a Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) or equivalent experience (Contact Us to describe and discuss)

Event URL: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/events/advanced-permaculture-design-spring-2017/

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May
27
Sat
Elmer’s Auto & Toy Museum Memorial Weekend @ Elmer's Auto & Toy Museum
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May 27 @ 9:00 AM – May 29 @ 5:00 PM
Memorial Day Weekend at Elmer’s Auto & Toy Museum.

With hundreds of muscle, antique, and classic cars and trucks as well as pedal cars and thousands of antique toys, tools, and dolls, Elmer’s Auto & Toy Museum is one of the largest museums of its kind in the country and a fantastic attraction every family member will enjoy! Family owned and operated since 1994, Elmer’s Museum is located on Eagle Bluff, which is the highest point along the Mississippi River. The view of the river valley is one of the best in the area!

elmers road runner

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May
28
Sun
Kinstone Guided Tour @ Kinstone
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May 28 @ 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM
Kinstone 1-Hour Guided Tour

Date: Every Sunday: May 7 – Oct. 31

Time: 1:00pm – 2:15 pm

Description: On every Sunday, our tour features the large Stone Circle, the thatched cordwood Chapel, the Stargazer Circle and the Three Witnesses sculpture. Learn about the setting of the standing stones in the Kinstone Circle including who they represent, what might be buried underneath them and alignments to Summer and Winter Solstice. Visit the Stargazer Circle to see the Reflection Stone, and the two Stargazer Stones. See the dry-stack limestone sculpture known as The Three Witnesses with its Equinox Window. Get answers to some common and some not-so common questions!

Price: $5/person. Please be prepared to pay your guide in cash. Correct change is very much appreciated!

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/

Location: Kinstone

S3439 Cole Bluff Lane

Fountain City, WI 54629

P: (608) 687-3332 

Important Information: No advanced notice or registration required. Arrive about 15 minutes before the tour starts (get there around 12:45pm). Park in the gravel parking area by the tall stone, Venus, on the corner as you arrive at the Kinstone grounds.

Event URL: http://www.kinstonecircle.com/weekly-guided-tours-of-kinstone/

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Raptors by Family @ Merrick State Park
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May 28 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
All birds of prey have certain characteristics in common, but each group (falcons, owls, hawks and eagles) have adaptations that make them unique. Students will explore these unique adaptations through games and by meeting 3 live raptors. This program is presented by The Audubon Center of the North Woods. Please, no pets.

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Jun
1
Thu
Plants in Permaculture with Wayne Weiseman @ Kinstone
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Jun 1 @ 8:30 AM – Jun 4 @ 5:00 PM

Plants in Permaculture with Wayne Weiseman

Date: June 1-4, 2017

Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm

Description: In this intensive four-day class, you will learn techniques to help you identify and use local trees and plants, come to an understanding of their significance in the landscape and practice using plants for food, medicine and utility. You will identify and harvest plants in the wild; then study, process and transform them. You will make tinctures, decoctions, infusions, teas, ferments, salads and more. We will observe, study and interact with the 4-yr old Kinstone Prairie. We will explore prairie, woodland, savanna, pasture, gardens, farm fields, and other ecosystems found at or near Kinstone.

Price: $400 *Early Bird discount available

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/

Location: Kinstone

S3439 Cole Bluff Lane

Fountain City, WI 54629

P: (608) 687-3332 

Event URL: https://www.kinstonecircle.com/events/plants-in-permaculture-with-wayne-weiseman-june2017/

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Jun
2
Fri
Fountain City Historical Society is Open @ Fountain City Historical Society
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Jun 2 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Fountain City Historical Society is now open every Friday from 1pm – 4pm through October 1st, 2017.

Get a glimpse into the life of days gone by of this historic river city. We have a large collection of displays and one of the largest collection of arrow heads and other Native American tools in the United States. Some of these artifacts date back 20,000 years.

1885

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Jun
3
Sat
June Bloom Wine & Food Event @ Seven Hawks Vineyards
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Jun 3 @ 10:00 AM – Jun 4 @ 5:00 PM

 June Bloom Wine & Food Event

Enjoy a long weekend of romance and adventure on the Great River Road Wine Trail! This special event presents ample opportunities to sample fine food and wine, from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Each winery on the Great River Road Wine Trail will feature their award winning wines and ciders paired with an array of local foods designed with gourmet flair. In addition to local foods, some wineries will also feature live music by local talent.

Advance tickets for the event are $25 per person. Each ticket holder will receive a wine trail glass and a six-bottle wine tote at the first winery visited. Their ticket and wine glass will entitle the holder to free wine and food tasting at each winery. Plan to enjoy the event for the entire weekend, and visit all 11 wineries! Start as far away as you can, and work your way home! The Winona and La Crosse area is fairly centrally located on the trail and home of may fine B&B’s, guest houses, and motels. Book early this fill up during weekend events.

Please have a designated driver (sorry no wine tasting, but a lot of great local food). Designated driver tickets are $10 per person and include wine glass and bottle tote.

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Open House Weekend @ Merrick State Park
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Jun 3 @ 9:00 AM – Jun 4 @ 12:00 PM

June 3rd and June 4th. No admission fee required to use the park. It is also free fishing weekend!

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