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SUMMARY:Pope & Young Bow hunters Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:This Pope and Young sponsored event will feature 3-D courses\, a long-range competition\, an Iron Bear Challenge\, aerial disk archery\, kid courses and activities\, an adventure race\, and much more.  This event is open to the public and anyone is welcome to attend.  For more information check out the “2018 Bowhunters Rendezvous” event page on Facebook.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/pope-young-bow-hunters-rendezvous/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180529T195618Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to be a Wildlife Area Docent/Volunteer Naturalist
DESCRIPTION:Dear MacKenzie Center Friends and Volunteers\, \nWe have a great opportunity for anyone wanting to get more involved at the MacKenzie Center! \nThe MacKenzie Center Wildlife Team is seeking docents/volunteer naturalists for the summer season.  We would like to offer hands-on activities to visitors on Saturday afternoons at the MacKenzie Center. We hope to provide enhanced learning opportunities about the animals that are part of Wisconsin’s ecological community.  Docents will be stationed in the wildlife area with artifacts such as pelts and skulls to engage and educate guests. \nThough we are open to your input in shaping the program\, no experience is necessary as all docents/volunteer naturalists will need to participate in our training and orientation program.  What we do require is willingness to initiate interaction with children\, teens and adults\, the ability to work outside in summer weather\, and availability approximately once per month from 12-2pm on Saturdays in June\, July\, August\, and perhaps September. \nOrientation will be held Saturday\, June 2nd from 10am-1pm. Please meet in the Badger Den! \nIf you have any questions or are interested in volunteering please email Steve Ruscko\, Wildlife Technician\, at Steven.Ruscko@wisconsin.gov.  Steve\, one of the recent additions to the wildlife team\, is formerly the assistant curator at the Racine Zoo and will be coordinating this program.  He (and the rest of the team) is excited for the engagement that it can provide our guests – but only with your help!
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/learn-to-be-a-wildlife-area-docent-naturalist-volunteer-june-2-10-am-1-pm/
LOCATION:Badger Den
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Ruscko":MAILTO:Steven.Ruscko@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T165710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T150523Z
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SUMMARY:Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE)
DESCRIPTION:The MacKenzie Center is hosting the 4th annual Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo for 4th-6th grade classrooms.  Registration is required for this free event.  Visit www.outdoorheritageeducationcenter.com to register and learn more.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/midwest-outdoor-heritage-education-expo/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T165349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T150342Z
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SUMMARY:Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE)
DESCRIPTION:The MacKenzie Center is hosting the 4th annual Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo for 4th-6th grade classrooms.  Registration is required for this free event.  Visit www.outdoorheritageeducationcenter.com to register and learn more.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/midwest-outdoor-heritage-education-expo-mohee-3/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T154911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171204T154911Z
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SUMMARY:Friends Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open\, so feel free to join us if you’re interested.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-board-meeting-28/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T154805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T200545Z
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SUMMARY:Friends Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors usually meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  This month the date was changed because of a conflict with maple clean-up day.  All meetings are open\, so feel free to join us if you’re interested.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-board-meeting-27/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180410T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180329T194553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T194553Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Program Education Clean-up Day
DESCRIPTION:Dear Maple Education Volunteers\, \nThe Maple Education Program Clean Up Day will be Tuesday April 10th from 9am – 11am. We will clean and pack up all of the maple materials for hibernation until the next maple season. \nAt 11:00 AM\, some of the MacKenzie Staff will host a thank you pancake brunch in the MacKenzie Lodge. We hope you can join us!  This is also the time you’ll receive your pints of maple syrup as a thank you for your volunteer time (if you put in at least 15 hours\, not including the training day).
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-program-education-clean-up-day/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T164015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T145834Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Festival
DESCRIPTION:This family friendly event allows the public to learn about the science and history of maple sugaring.  There’s a chance to see how trees are tapped and to learn how the Ho-Chunk peoples as well as early European settlers used the sap to make maple sugar or syrup.  Wagon rides\, popcorn\, and other refreshments are available.  The event is free\, although donations are appreciated.  Our gift shop will be open and there’s a drawing for a beautiful quilt (all proceeds support the MacKenzie Center facility and programs) at noon.  There is also a pancake breakfast at the lodge from 8 am until noon.  Admission is charged for the breakfast — Adults $8.00\, children 3-11 $5.00.  This event is sponsored by the Friends of MacKenzie.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-festival/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180329T195100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T195404Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Fest Set-up Day
DESCRIPTION:Anyone interested in helping to get things set-up for Maple Fest 2018 should meet at the Finishing House on Friday\, April 6\, at 9 am. \nOur tasks include: \n\nMove Grills to Concessions Area\nDeliver Food & Concessions to Maple Storage\nSweep / Clean Maple Concessions Area\nClean Finishing House\nSet Up Tents (4)\n\n\n\n\nMaple Syrup Sales\nMaple Gift Shop\nTicket Sales\nLodge Gift Shop\n\n\n\n\nGarbage & recycling cans placed around property\nPick Up Debris on Trails\n\n\n\n\nBadger Den to Maple Area\nTrail through Pines to the Lodge\n\n\nDeliver / Organize Breakfast Food at Lodge\n\n\nClean Lodge & Set Up Tables\n\n\nPlease let Chris Tall know if you can help (Christopher.Tall@wisconsin.gov or 608-635-8112). Thank you! \n 
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-fest-set-up-day/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180327T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180306T142525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T142525Z
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SUMMARY:Master Gardeners Tree Trimming in MacKenzie Orchard
DESCRIPTION:A Master Gardener group of 10 – 12 will be coming to MacKenzie on March 27 at 5:00 pm to trim the orchard trees. Following the trimming\, the group will meeting in the Badger Den for a presentation on trimming by former DNR Forester\, Jim Bernett. \nThe group will park along the Administration road and are to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. \nIf you are interested\, feel free to come that day and join the group!
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/master-gardeners-tree-trimming-mackenzie-orchard/
LOCATION:Badger Den
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Kueffler":MAILTO:samantha.kueffler@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180313T232518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180313T232534Z
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SUMMARY:Work Day to Prepare Wood for Later Splitting
DESCRIPTION:Friends and Volunteers\, \nThese past three weeks we have moved a lot of wood to the splitting area that needs blocking in preparation for splitting this Spring. \n\nA group will start bucking it up this Friday\, March 16th. Help is needed to separate and handle the blocked wood (and maybe a third chain saw). There also may be some brush hauling depending on how many volunteers sign up.\n\nPlease reply to Don Lucke (heartshare@centurytel.net) if you’re interested in helping.  Meet at 9:00 am this Friday\, March 16th at the wood splitting area.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/work-day-to-prepare-wood-for-later-splitting/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lucke":MAILTO:heartshare@centurytel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T154716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180217T014748Z
UID:1363-1521190800-1521198000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Due to a conflict with the maple program\, the Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors will meet on Friday\, March 16\, rather than on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.  The meeting is held in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open\, so feel free to join us if you’re interested.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-board-meeting-26/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180218T135928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180218T135928Z
UID:1541-1520586000-1520596800@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Wood Clearing Work Day
DESCRIPTION:MacKenzie Friends and Volunteers\, \n\nSteven has asked for help clearing a bunch of downed hazard trees around the Maple area and along the trails (all before Maple Fest). The plan is to buck up both hard and soft wood and load most of it to the splitting area and leave some near the sap cooker in the wood storage bays. We now have an open storage bay and plan on storing a good supply of softwood for the fires at the interpretation stations. We are also planning a project to add on another storage bay to house the kindling box and soft wood (once the ground thaws); more on that later.\n\nThere will be work days on three consecutive Fridays — Feb. 23\, March 2nd & 9th — from 9:00 am to noon\, meeting at the finishing house. For each work day we will look for 2-3 qualified chainsaw operators and 4 – 5 others for loading and driving the dump trailer. We can adjust the schedule for work days that are reasonably comfortable\, say with mid-day temps predicted in at least the low 30’s. Lunch can be by group consensus.\n\nWith this in mind\, please respond to Don Lucke (heartshare@centurytel.com or 920-992-3999 letting him know what days you are interested in helping and he will have your name to confirm (or contact you) by at least the day before.\n \nThanks for all you at MacKenzie.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/wood-clearing-work-day-3/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lucke":MAILTO:heartshare@centurytel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180218T135613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180218T135613Z
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SUMMARY:Wood Clearing Work Day
DESCRIPTION:MacKenzie Friends and Volunteers\, \n\nSteven has asked for help clearing a bunch of downed hazard trees around the Maple area and along the trails (all before Maple Fest). The plan is to buck up both hard and soft wood and load most of it to the splitting area and leave some near the sap cooker in the wood storage bays. We now have an open storage bay and plan on storing a good supply of softwood for the fires at the interpretation stations. We are also planning a project to add on another storage bay to house the kindling box and soft wood (once the ground thaws); more on that later.\n\nThere will be work days on three consecutive Fridays — Feb. 23\, March 2nd & 9th — from 9:00 am to noon\, meeting at the finishing house. For each work day we will look for 2-3 qualified chainsaw operators and 4 – 5 others for loading and driving the dump trailer. We can adjust the schedule for work days that are reasonably comfortable\, say with mid-day temps predicted in at least the low 30’s. Lunch can be by group consensus.\n\nWith this in mind\, please respond to Don Lucke (heartshare@centurytel.com or 920-992-3999 letting him know what days you are interested in helping and he will have your name to confirm (or contact you) by at least the day before.\n \nThanks for all you at MacKenzie.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/wood-clearing-work-day-2/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lucke":MAILTO:heartshare@centurytel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180218T135254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180218T135254Z
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SUMMARY:Wood Clearing Work Day
DESCRIPTION:MacKenzie Friends and Volunteers\, \n\nSteven has asked for help clearing a bunch of downed hazard trees around the Maple area and along the trails (all before Maple Fest). The plan is to buck up both hard and soft wood and load most of it to the splitting area and leave some near the sap cooker in the wood storage bays. We now have an open storage bay and plan on storing a good supply of softwood for the fires at the interpretation stations. We are also planning a project to add on another storage bay to house the kindling box and soft wood (once the ground thaws); more on that later.\n\nThere will be work days on three consecutive Fridays — Feb. 23\, March 2nd & 9th — from 9:00 am to noon\, meeting at the finishing house. For each work day we will look for 2-3 qualified chainsaw operators and 4 – 5 others for loading and driving the dump trailer. We can adjust the schedule for work days that are reasonably comfortable\, say with mid-day temps predicted in at least the low 30’s. Lunch can be by group consensus.\n\nWith this in mind\, please respond to Don Lucke (heartshare@centurytel.com or 920-992-3999 letting him know what days you are interested in helping and he will have your name to confirm (or contact you) by at least the day before.\n \nThanks for all you at MacKenzie.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/wood-clearing-work-day/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lucke":MAILTO:heartshare@centurytel.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180221T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180221T183000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180218T184022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180218T185042Z
UID:1543-1519230600-1519237800@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:DNR Regional Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Ben Bergey\, Director\, Bureau of Parks and Recreation Management\, Wisconsin DNR\, issued an invitation to Friends and Partner Group members.  It said (in part) “In 2018 the Wisconsin State Park System is launching several new efforts to enhance the operations and aesthetics at state park system properties across the state as well as expanding recreation expertise and service opportunities to all DNR properties.  We invite park system friends and partner groups to join us and learn more about the changes and opportunities that come with the 2017-2019 state budget\, alignment initiatives\, and other park program updates.  Learn how these efforts will provide exciting opportunities to increase the impact of our partnership efforts.  Attendees will also have an opportunity to meet the Bureau of Parks and Recreation Management leadership team\, key staff members from the Public Relations and Partnership team\, and network with other groups in the same region.” \nThere are seven meetings being held during the months of February and March throughout the state.  One of them is scheduled at the MacKenzie Lodge\, from 4:30 – 6:30 pm on Wednesday\, February 21.  Groups were able to register up to 15 attendees which the Friends of MacKenzie has done.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/dnr-regional-partnership-meeting/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/WDNR-logo-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Kueffler":MAILTO:samantha.kueffler@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180109T133242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T133242Z
UID:1490-1518685200-1518706800@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Maple Program Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again! It’s early January… and here at the MacKenzie Center we’re already thinking about spring and maple sugaring season! \nEach year we welcome over 1\,200 participants to the Maple Program. We owe that success to dedicated volunteers who contribute thousands of hours to teach and bring this program to life each spring! \nHave you ever wanted to learn how to collect and cook sap and finish it into syrup? This year is your chance! The Maple Program is a great volunteer opportunity to be a part of! \nThe MacKenzie Center needs volunteers in numerous positions; maple guide\, interpreter\, syrup maker and finisher. No previous experience is necessary. Training will be provided. \nThe Maple Program dates for 2018 are Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays the duration of the month of March. Volunteers are needed each day for morning and afternoon shifts. \nPlease email Christopher.Tall@wisconsin.gov or call (608) 635-8112 to confirm your participation this year! This helps us greatly with the planning process and gives us an idea of how many groups we can accommodate. \nIf you know of anyone who might be interested in volunteering to be a maple guide\, interpreter\, syrup maker or finisher\, please feel free to forward them this information. \nPlease “Save the Date” on your calendar for our Maple Program Training Day. \nMaple Program Training Day \nThursday\, February 15th\, 2018  \n9:00am-3:00pm \nMacKenzie LODGE building \nALL maple education volunteers new and seasoned are invited! \nAn overview\, goals and objectives\, specific training for returning & new volunteers for the maple program will be covered this day.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-program-volunteer-training/
LOCATION:Lodge
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Maple-Training.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20171204T154414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171204T154558Z
UID:1360-1518512400-1518519600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open\, so feel free to join us if you’re interested.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-board-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180212T113000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20180109T134239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180217T014919Z
UID:1496-1518426000-1518435000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Maple Set-up Day
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers set up maple area so that it’s ready for groups in March.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-set-day-3/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/DSCN0589-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180209T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223956
CREATED:20170912T192737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T145612Z
UID:1269-1518193800-1518204600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Snowshoe Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the MacKenzie Center for a fun Friday night of hiking and snowshoeing. Snowshoes will be provided at no cost or you can bring your own. The illuminated trail begins at the lodge and will continue through the MacKenzie Center trail system. The lodge will be open to warm up\, grab some hot chocolate\, or use the restroom. Please park in the lodge parking lot and dress for the weather!
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/snowshoe-hike/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180201T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20180109T134747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180109T134747Z
UID:1498-1517469300-1517500800@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Maple Call-in Day for Schools and Groups
DESCRIPTION:This is the first day that schools may call in to the MacKenzie Center to make reservations for their students to participate in the Maple Program.  Call-in starts at 7:15 am and goes until the schedule is filled.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/maple-call-day-schools-groups/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20170912T192505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180105T145324Z
UID:1267-1516536000-1516554000@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Learn to Ice Fish
DESCRIPTION:Join the MacKenzie Center educators on Free Fishing Weekend to learn all things ice fishing! No fishing licenses is required on Free Fishing Weekend. All equipment will be provided\, but feel free to bring any equipment you may have. This event is free and open to all ages. Remember to dress for the weather. Meet at the MacKenzie Center lodge at noon before heading to a local lake around 1 pm to fish for a few hours. Please register at 608-635-8105.  This is a weather dependent activity and can be canceled if ice conditions are not safe.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/learn-ice-fish/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Public event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/ice_fishing.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Tall":MAILTO:DNRMacKenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180118T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20170116T145123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171024T022228Z
UID:937-1516293900-1516305600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends Annual Meeting at the MacKenzie Center Lodge on Thursday\, January 18\, 2018.  Here’s the schedule: \n4:45 -5:30 Registration and Payment\, Social Time \n5:30 – 6:15 Welcome\, Invocation\, Dinner ($10) pulled bison sandwich\, slaw\, potato salad\, dessert\, etc. \n6:15 – 7:00  Business meeting/ election of board members \n7:00 – 7:45  Speaker
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-annual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Lodge
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180116
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20180111T183652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180111T183811Z
UID:1514-1515974400-1516060799@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:MacKenzie Spring Internship Deadline Jan 15
DESCRIPTION:The MacKenzie Center\, just 25 miles north of Madison\, is a diverse environmental education and outdoor skills center with a remarkable conservation history. With interpretive trails\, exhibits\, museums and programming available for school and youth groups\, MacKenzie is a wonderful place to visit and learn about the natural world. \nThe MacKenzie Center is looking for hardworking\, energetic and flexible interns to assist with multiple aspects of the center’s operations. Apply today and join our team. \nInternships are available in education\, wildlife and facilities and grounds at the MacKenzie Center.  Here’s the web address for more info http://dnr.wi.gov/education/mackenzie/internship.html.  This is a great opportunity to gain experience and work with a wonderful group of employees and volunteers.  You’re bound to learn a lot and have fun while doing so! \nAct quickly — the deadline is January 15!
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/mackenzie-spring-internship-deadline-jan-15/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Kueffler":MAILTO:samantha.kueffler@wisconsin.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20170116T144945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T164122Z
UID:935-1515488400-1515495600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open\, so feel free to join us if you’re interested.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-board-meeting-24/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Wearne-Neurohr":MAILTO:friendsofmackenzie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180103T100000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20171204T154137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171212T131943Z
UID:1357-1514970000-1514973600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join the MacKenzie educators for a walk through the MacKenzie Center trails.  As we walk\, we will begin to look for signs of animals and do some winter birding.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/winter-walk/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MacKenzie_trail.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Hayley Parsons":MAILTO:DNRMackenzieCenter@wisconsin.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20170116T144825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T164133Z
UID:933-1513069200-1513076400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Friends Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open\, so feel free to join us if you’re interested.
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/friends-board-meeting-23/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20171206T014842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171206T014842Z
UID:1425-1512460800-1512493200@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Outdoor Skills Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Monday — Thursday\, 8am – 3pm \nDuring this 4-day camp for 4th-6th graders\, campers will have the chance to learn about and participate in many outdoor activities including archery\, fishing\, woodcutting\, fire-building\, shelter building\, camping\, and more!
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/outdoor-skills-day-camp-8/
LOCATION:The MacKenzie Center\, W7303 County Highway CS\, Poynette\, 53955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20171117T212048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T212048Z
UID:1349-1512118800-1512129600@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Cork Tree Work Day\, Dec. 1
DESCRIPTION:Friends and Volunteers\,\nCork trees are classified “Prohibited” by the DNR.  Prohibited – If introduced into the state\, are likely to survive and spread\, potentially causing significant environmental or economic harm or harm to human health. Unfortunately they are already well established on the MacKenzie property. \n \nIn support for cork trees removal\, the MacKenzie Center has been awarded a portion of a 2 year grant with the bulk of funds ear-marked for large tree removal by contractors. The Center’s removal plan with staff members is well underway.\n \nWe are asking for volunteer help – scheduling two work days; Tuesday 11/28 and Friday 12/1\, meeting at the Finishing House at 9:00AM. We will be working in the woods NE of the Log Museum\, pulling out downed cork tree limbs and bucked logs for the burn pile (possibly for splitting\, tbd); lopper cutting saplings\, and time permitting\, cutting and bagging berries from the downed female tree limbs. \n \nThis project will extend well into next summer and perhaps well beyond.\n \nPlease respond to Don Lucke (heartshare@centurytel.net)l if you plan on helping\, and provide your contact information in case any changes are made. Be sure to dress for the weather.\nThank you for all your support.\n\nHere is a link to the DNR site with invasive cork tree information.\n\n\nhttp://dnr.wi.gov/topic/Invasives/fact/AmurCorkTree.html
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/invasive-cork-tree-work-day-dec-1/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/AmurCorkTree.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lucke":MAILTO:heartshare@centurytel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T223957
CREATED:20171117T211710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171117T211710Z
UID:1347-1511859600-1511870400@friendsofmackenzie.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Cork Tree Work Day\, Nov. 28
DESCRIPTION:Friends and Volunteers\,\nCork trees are classified “Prohibited” by the DNR.  Prohibited – If introduced into the state\, are likely to survive and spread\, potentially causing significant environmental or economic harm or harm to human health. Unfortunately they are already well established on the MacKenzie property. \n \nIn support for cork trees removal\, the MacKenzie Center has been awarded a portion of a 2 year grant with the bulk of funds ear-marked for large tree removal by contractors. The Center’s removal plan with staff members is well underway.\n \nWe are asking for volunteer help – scheduling two work days; Tuesday 11/28 and Friday 12/1\, meeting at the Finishing House at 9:00AM. We will be working in the woods NE of the Log Museum\, pulling out downed cork tree limbs and bucked logs for the burn pile (possibly for splitting\, tbd); lopper cutting saplings\, and time permitting\, cutting and bagging berries from the downed female tree limbs. \n \nThis project will extend well into next summer and perhaps well beyond.\n \nPlease respond to Don Lucke (heartshare@centurytel.net) if you plan on helping\, and provide your contact information in case any changes are made. Be sure to dress for the weather.\n \nThank you for all your support.\n\nHere is a link to the DNR site with invasive cork tree information.\n\n\nhttp://dnr.wi.gov/topic/Invasives/fact/AmurCorkTree.html
URL:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/event/invasive-cork-tree-work-day-nov-28/
LOCATION:Finishing House
CATEGORIES:Volunteer work day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendsofmackenzie.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Work-day-crew.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Lucke":MAILTO:heartshare@centurytel.net
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