Tap Talks
The best
conversations happen over Central Waters.
Tap Talks pairs Central Waters craft brews with conservation discussions guided by natural resource professionals.
Upcoming Tap Talks
Want to help protect land and its precious natural resources? Want to support local conservation and get involved? Thinking about your conservation legacy? Get to know your local land trust and learn how North Central Conservancy Trust (NCCT) works with landowners to protect over 5,000 acres of privately owned land. NCCT also owns several nature preserves that are open to the public. If you are interested in learning how a conservation easement could permanently protect your property, or how you can support local conservation initiatives, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more.
The presentation will cover: what’s a land trust, where do land trusts work, what do they do, who is NCCT, how landowners can participate in the conservation easement program, opportunities to get involved.
Chris Radford is the Executive Director of the North Central Conservancy Trust (NCCT). He oversees the administration, programs, and strategic direction of the organization, and works with landowners and partners to manage and protect special places in Central Wisconsin. Prior to joining NCCT, he worked in Maui, Hawaii for fifteen years, dedicated to protecting native flora and fauna and the sensitive ecosystems of the region. He worked with several conservation organizations supported by partnerships with The Nature Conservancy, Department of Land and Natural Resources, the National Park Service, and many others, working together towards common conservation goals, often in remote and rugged terrain. Chris grew up in Stevens Point, WI, and he holds a M.S. in Environmental Science from California State University and a B.S. in Biology from the University of Missouri.
All Tap Talks are informal presentations that encourage questions and lively discussion. Free and open to the public. No RSVP required, but we’d love to know if you plan to join us! Please contact info@goldensandsrcd.org or call us at 715-346-1264 if you have any questions.
Winter is the perfect time to start thinking about next year’s garden plans. Join Amanda Barth, owner of Lucky Bird Natives, LCC, for an accessible introduction to starting native plants and preparing your garden for planting. They’ll demystify seed stratification with practical methods, cover the basics on establishing new garden beds, in addition to the ecological benefits of incorporating native species into your landscape. Whether you’re new to native gardening or looking to refine your approach, you’ll leave with the knowledge and confidence to get started.
Amanda Barth is the owner of Lucky Bird Natives LLC, a Stevens Point nursery dedicated to growing native plants from seed and helping others create ecologically rich gardens. They manage all aspects of nursery production, native garden design, and installation, with focus on making native gardening approachable for everyone. Prior to founding Lucky Bird Natives, Amanda served as the greenhouse manager at West Virginia University, an R1 classified research institution and gained experience with native plants while conducting vegetation surveys for ecological site descriptions across Wisconsin. They currently serve as an officer in their local Wild Ones chapter, where they promote native plant education and community engagement. Amanda holds a B.S. in Ecosystem Restoration and Management from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point.
All Tap Talks are informal presentations that encourage questions and lively discussion. Free and open to the public. No RSVP required, but we’d love to know if you plan to join us! Please contact info@goldensandsrcd.org or call us at 715-346-1264 if you have any questions. Grab a beverage and join us!
