Tree Farm Field Day
Join us!
Aug 2nd | Marinette County
Wisconsin Tree Farm Program hosts an annual Tree Farm Field Day every August. It is a family-friendly outdoor event all about learning together in the great outdoors. Everyone is welcome. Expert guest speakers, tours, and a catered lunch buffet.
Can't make it to an in-person field day? Learn virtually afterwards through our virtual field day videos!
About our 2025 event
Our 2025 event will be Saturday, August 2nd, at the Prior Tree Farm of Ross Prior, Outstanding Tree Farmers of 2024. Located 10 miles east of Crivitz, the Prior Tree Farm is hosting walking tours and a wagon ride tour. Features included: special sites and highlights of the Prior property, hardwood plantation, White Pine management, Northern hardwood management with deer exclosures, as well as ash conversions.
Dress for the event!
Tours of our host location are often by foot on uneven terrain. Wagon tours also offered at some events. Please dress appropriately, including sturdy walking or hiking shoes. Bring a walking stick if desired. Bring bug spray and rain gear just in case.
Questions?
Tom Jacobs, WI Tree Farm Committee
trees.trails@gmail.com | 715-966-6073
Registration
Registration for this event is required. Deadline July 25th. Registration fee covers morning refreshments, lunch and a field tour booklet. Advanced registration available online by clicking the Register Now button. (Mail- in registration: See brochure PDF.)
Directions to Location
W4571 S Right of Way Rd
Porterfield, WI 54159
Parking will be on the neighbor’s land at the
first driveway west of W4571
GPS coordinates 45.221527 -87.825612
The Prior property is about 10 miles east of Crivitz using Hwys W and GG, Pioneer, Right of Way and S Right of Way roads. Or 16 miles northwest of Marinette using WI 180, Hwy G, Miles, Pansky and S Right of Way roads. The property is on the south side of the road. Watch for “Tree Farm Field Day” signs as you approach the address.
Lodging Information
A variety of motels and camping options are within 30 miles of the Prior Tree Farm. Including;
Numerous lodging options in Marinette and Peshtigo, WI
Crivitz Lodge, 215 Hall Ave, Crivitz, WI 54114
(715) 854-7014
Exxon Quick Stop and Motel, 530 State Hwy 180, Wausaukee, WI 54177 (715) 856-5386
Campgrounds
Peshtigo River Campground
W7948 Airport Rd, Crivitz, WI 54114
(715) 854-2986
http://www.peshtigorivercampground.com
Twin Bridge County Park
N9714 Parkway Rd, Crivitz, WI 54114
(715)732-7530, https://www.marinettecountywi.gov/parks/camping
Governor Thompson State Park
N10008 Paust Ln, Crivitz, WI 54114 https://wisconsin.goingtocamp.com
Silent Auction
Be sure to check out the great silent auction items! Auction opens at 8:30 am, closes at 1:15 pm. Proceeds benefit the Wisconsin Tree Farm Program.
If you have an item you'd like to donate, please contact:
Shirley Bargander, WI Tree Farm Committee
(715) 302-5368 | smbargander@gmail.com
Thank you sponsors and planning committee!
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Wisconsin Tree Farm Committee
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SFI State Implementation Committee
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Wisconsin Woodland Owner Association
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Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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UW-Madison, Division of Extension
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