"Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt" ~ John Muir
The Mission Continues!
Though these times are challenging, GLC continues to be dedicated to protecting the land and water resources in the Lake Michigan Watershed. Community contribution and engagement remains the lifeblood of our organization. Your support mean everything to us. Any donation that is meaningful to you is truly meaningful to us. Check out the "Get Involved" tab at the top of this page for other ways to consider contributing to the cause, or simply stay engaged by registering for an upcoming event. We are offering several exciting, outdoor events later this Summer and Fall. Read more below...
The Glacial Lakes Jay Watchers team
On Saturday, October 10th, birders of all experience levels were encouorgaged to visit our public preserves and record bird sightings and enter data into eBird as part of the Great Wisconsin Birdathon 2020. Six birders met at the Willow Creek Preserve that morning and together they identified 31 bird species. The most exciting discoveries included a great horned owl perched in a tree taking a nap in the sun, and black-throated green warblers.
To make a donaition to the Glacial Lakes Jay Waters team, visit wibirdathon.org , click on "birdathon teams" at the top of the screen, and then scroll down and click on #24 "Glacial Lakes Jay Watchers". From there, you can click on the "donate" tab to make a contribution. Half of all donations benefit Glacial Lakes Cosnervany directly and the other half benefits the Natural Resources Foundation and thier efforts towards state wide bird conservation.
To make a donaition to the Glacial Lakes Jay Waters team, visit wibirdathon.org , click on "birdathon teams" at the top of the screen, and then scroll down and click on #24 "Glacial Lakes Jay Watchers". From there, you can click on the "donate" tab to make a contribution. Half of all donations benefit Glacial Lakes Cosnervany directly and the other half benefits the Natural Resources Foundation and thier efforts towards state wide bird conservation.
New to eBird? That's okay. Watch the video below to learn how to get started.
Morning Mindfulness at Willow Creek Preserve
Saturday, September 26th, 2020
Thank you to Trisha, Director of Mental Health and Advocacy at Mental Health America (MHA) in Sheboygan County, and Alex, a certified and licensed yoga teacher and health coach, who led a morning of mindfulness in nature. Forest bathing exercises and a nature inspired gentle yoga were practiced in the beautiful Willow Creek Preserve. Registration donations benefited both MHA and Glacial Lakes Conservancy.
Bio: ALEX BIONDO
Alex began her yoga journey in the late 1990s and became a teacher in 2007. Her background is in Anusara yoga, an alignment-based, heart-centered practice. Alex believes that along with the physical postures of yoga, the mental, emotional and spiritual practices are just as important. Over the years, her teaching has become more meditative and philosophical. She is also a teacher of Ayurveda, yoga's off-the-mat practices of diet, lifestyle and well-being.
Bio: TRISHA ERPELDING
Trisha has had a passion for working with children and youth for as long as she can remember. She graduated with a degree in social work from UW-Whitewater (Go Warhawks!) in 2008, and decided to continue her education by pursuing a Master's degree, which she earned in 2016. As the Education Program Coordinator at MHA, Trisha is able to pursue her dream of working with youth by educating students in Sheboygan County about a variety of mental health topics, including awareness, prevention, and stigma elimination. As a mindful classroom instructor, Trisha is able to share mindfulness with students in our area, teaching them valuable skills in order to focus, stay calm, self-regulate, and boost self-esteem.
Bio: ALEX BIONDO
Alex began her yoga journey in the late 1990s and became a teacher in 2007. Her background is in Anusara yoga, an alignment-based, heart-centered practice. Alex believes that along with the physical postures of yoga, the mental, emotional and spiritual practices are just as important. Over the years, her teaching has become more meditative and philosophical. She is also a teacher of Ayurveda, yoga's off-the-mat practices of diet, lifestyle and well-being.
Bio: TRISHA ERPELDING
Trisha has had a passion for working with children and youth for as long as she can remember. She graduated with a degree in social work from UW-Whitewater (Go Warhawks!) in 2008, and decided to continue her education by pursuing a Master's degree, which she earned in 2016. As the Education Program Coordinator at MHA, Trisha is able to pursue her dream of working with youth by educating students in Sheboygan County about a variety of mental health topics, including awareness, prevention, and stigma elimination. As a mindful classroom instructor, Trisha is able to share mindfulness with students in our area, teaching them valuable skills in order to focus, stay calm, self-regulate, and boost self-esteem.
A Restorative Tapestry - a walking presentation
was held on Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 2020
John Durbrow, landowner and founder of the Van Der Brohe Arboretum in Two Rivers, WI led guests through the property and spoke about the carefully and artistically designed vision for the future of the land. This fallow golf course will become an arboretum, migratory bird sanctuary, art park, and education center for all to enjoy.
Below: watch an introductory video to the how's and why's of land conservation...
