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Fox Valley Area Chapter |
The Fox Valley Area Chapter was founded in November, 1994, by a small nucleus of native plant enthusiasts from Outagamie and Winnebago Counties and now has a membership of 285 households in 12 counties of northeastern Wisconsin, with some members from outside our region as well. Our chapter leaders create a friendly, hospitable atmosphere that welcomes everyone who is interested in learning about natural landscaping with native plants.
New members may join at any time during the year. Contact Carol Niendorf or Donna VanBuecken for a membership brochure.
December / January 08 Newsletter.
Additional information is available for officers, committees and chapter organization. Chapter meetings and activities are described below.
Additional chapter projects and activities are described on a supplemental page.
Photograph copyright © Steve Maassen.
Chapter MeetingsGo to Program Schedule for 2008.
Most of the chapter's business is conducted at Board meetings, leaving chapter meetings free to concentrate on the program topic and networking. Contact the Program Co-Chairs or Carol Niendorf (see above) for additional information on upcoming meetings.
Wild Yard ToursOne of our most popular programs is our annual tour of members' yards. For information on having your yard included on a tour, contact the Program Chair.
Natural
Landscaping Conference
The Fox Valley Area Chapter holds an annual all-day natural landscaping conference, "Toward Harmony with Nature." The 2008 conference will be Saturday, January 26 in Oshkosh. Expert guest speakers on a variety of natural landscaping topics are featured in concurrent sessions, along with a keynote speaker, buffet lunch, and exhibits by native plant nurseries, nature centers, booksellers, nature artists, and environmental organizations.
Grants ProgramThe Fox Valley Area Chapter has established a "Natural Landscaping for Tomorrow" fund which awards grants ranging from $100-$500 to Fox Valley WI area schools, houses of worship, and other public and nonprofit organizations who wish to create natural landscapes or outdoor classrooms using native plants. Applications are due January 15. Notification of awards is given in March. Natural Landscaping for Tomorrow grant applications may be obtained from the Wild Ones national office at 920-730-3986 or downloaded from this website.
Downloadable files: Grant Cover Letter, Grant Application (pdf format), Grant Application (doc format)
Help Wanted
We welcome your help on our committees. We are especially looking
for volunteers to serve on the Program, Special Events, and Plant Rescue
committees.
Long-Range Goals
The top six goals of the Fox Valley Area chapter, as identified
at a long-range planning session in January, 1997, are:
1. All schools in the Fox Valley area will have native planting areas and outdoor classroom curricula.
2. Chapter members will become knowledgeable about native landscaping and take plant rescue dig training.
3. There will be more visible native plantings on public and private lands.
4. Native plants and seeds will be readily available and reasonably priced and professional landscapers will recommend native plants when designing yards.
5. Wild Ones membership will increase and there will be a ready supply of strong leaders.
6. Local ordinances will encourage rather than discourage natural
landscaping.
Additional Projects and ActivitiesThe Fox Valley Area Chapter has additional activities including plant rescues, a speakers bureau, a vendor listing, and Wild Ones merchandise.
Calendar |
    Apr 24, 2008 (Thu)    
Hans Morsbach from Chicago with his book on "Common Sense Forestry"
Appleton at Sheig Learning Center, Garden of the Fox Cities. Public
invited to attend....
    May 22, 2008 (Thu)    
James Havel of NES Ecological Services at the Wild Ones EcoCenter,
Appleton. Tour of property and discussion of landscaping plans. Directions to the EcoCenter -From HWY 41 exit Cty BB (Prospect Ave) east. Turn right or south on frontage road - NORTHERN RD
Go ½ mile to STROEBE RD between the 2 Great Northern Container Buildings.
Turn left or east on STROEBE RD
Just past the RR tracks, turn right on 1st road - W Butte des Morts Beach Rd. EcoCenter is 1st structure on left.
    Jun 26, 2008 (Thu)    
Member Yard tour in Appleton area
    Jul 26, 2008 (Sat)    
Tour at Navarino Nature Center and member Judy Peter‘s property 12 miles north of Black Creek in Outagamie county. Details in June Newsletter.
    Aug 23, 2008 (Sat)    
Aug. 23 - 26 National Wild Ones Meeting in Appleton area
    Sep 25, 2008 (Thu)    
Leon Church to speak on "The Cottages at Woodside Green" and the sustainability of the storm water management and treatment.
    Oct 01, 2008 (Wed)    
Seed Gathering - date and location will be announced
    Nov 20, 2008 (Thu)    
Joint Meeting with Winnebago Audubon Society at Evergreen
Retirement Center, Oshkosh
    Dec 01, 2008 (Mon)    
No meeting in December
Additional Projects and ActivitiesThe Fox Valley Area Chapter has additional activities including plant rescues, a speakers bureau, a vendor listing, and Wild Ones merchandise.
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