Tag Archives: Oak Savanna

Wisconsin Public Television Comes to Mineral Point

Posted on August 3, 2015 by mineralpoint

A few months ago, Wisconsin Public Television visited Mineral Point to film a piece for Wisconsin Life about the school’s oak savannas and their primary caretaker, Mr. Don Hawkins. They call the piece “Hawkins Prairie.” Here’s a link. Mineral Point … Continue reading →

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Overheard at recess: “I love spinach”

Posted on June 19, 2013 by mineralpoint

The school year may be over, but the gardening season is just getting started. Thanks to the energy of community volunteers, school staff and a bunch of really excited kids, Mineral Point Elementary School is the proud new owner of … Continue reading →

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Posted on April 22, 2013 by mineralpoint

” There are some who can live without wild things, and some who cannot.”   Aldo Leopold The citizens of Mineral Point fall into the latter category — we love our wild things. A walk around town illustrates the care and … Continue reading →

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