Socialize with other nature enthusiasts over snacks and beverages, and enjoy an engaging presentation from a local expert in a happy-hour atmosphere. Each program features a different presenter at a different location, so you’re sure to learn something new each time! To learn more about our Beasts & Beer series or to see what other topics we have planned for our Beasts & Beer programs, click here.

Happy Hour: 5:30 – 6:00 pm; Program: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Program Fee: $15/person
Location: Badger Brew, Rice Lake, WI
Registration is required. Limit: 50 people

Courting Feathers with Lauren Thomas, DNR

Spring songs mean bird calls! Join us for an enchanting exploration of the vibrant world of bird mating behavior with WI DNR Naturalist Resource Educator, Lauren Thomas. Dive into the mesmerizing displays and intricate courtship rituals exhibited by various birds this season. Discover the fascinating ways in which birds attract mates and establish territories, as we shed light on the beauty and importance of these natural phenomena in the avian world.

Ways to Register for a Program:

• Select the BROWSE & REGISTER to register online. For guidance, please read the step-to-step guide on “How to Sign Up for a Program or Event” via Perfect Mind.
• Call 715-635-6543 & pay via credit card over the phone (Mon-Fri, 9:00am-4:00pm).
• Visit our office. Note: Check and cash are also accepted when registering in-person.
• First Time Registering? Click Here!