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
February 16, 2025
Join us on Sunday, February 16th at 4pm in the Amherst Tap Room as we learn about grass-fed products including why they are better for you, for the land, and for the livestock. We will dive into the meaning of terms like “grass-fed”, “grass finished”, “pasture raised” and more so that you understand what you are purchasing and how your meat and dairy products are produced. This Tap Talk features celebrity chef, Kellen Ferkey who is the co-owner of Guu’s on Main along with his wife Madison Wiza. Kellen has over 20 years of experience in food prep in the local sphere and commercial spaces. Kellen is ready to share some of what makes local foods special, and what you can do to get the best of what your community has to offer. We are providing FREE sampling of local grass-fed products expertly prepared by Kellen for this event. Kellen will also be suggesting Central Waters brew pairings to go with our delicious offerings. He will be speaking about how the quality and preparation of grass-fed meat products differs from mass market meat products. The Wisconsin Beef Council is also contributing with educational information, beef recipes and more plus one lucky winner will go home with a gift basket that they provided. Thanks to our local producers who donated the meat projects we will be featuring for this event – Lonely Oak Farm (Joel Kuehnhold, Milladore, WI) and Meadow Lane Farms (Denise & John Hilgart, Auburndale, WI).
March 16, 2025
April 20, 2025
May 18, 2025
Past Tap Talks
December 15, 2024
Meet Bo Hendrickson, one of Golden Sands RC&D’s Habitat Restoration Technicians. Bo is delivering the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program.
Learn more: https://www.fws.gov/program/partners-fish-and-wildlife
Bo is actively working to restore and enhance habitats for federal trust species, including the Karner blue butterfly, monarch butterfly, and rusty patched bumblebee. Come enjoy a sustainably brewed craft beer while discussing conservation projects and habitat improvements for pollinators and other wildlife.
January 19, 2025
Tap Talk: Talkin’ Trash with Recycling Connections!
Garbage and recycling are integral parts of all our lives, but what really happens after the bin? Where do you recyclables go? What should go in the curbside bin and what should be dropped off at a recycler? Understanding your trash and recycling trail will help you be a better recycler.
January 19, 2025
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