Another short burst of snow didn”t stop 241 from migrating to the Accelerated Genetics Young Producer Winter Get-Away “Winter Safari at the Kalahari” in Wisconsin Dells, Wis.

Big Safari Hunters of all shapes and sizes (otherwise dairy and beef producers along with their families) from across Wisconsin, parts of Minnesota and Iowa gathered together to network, learn new things and get out of the cold for the weekend.

After a welcome program and introductions the group split up and went a variety of directions. The adults learned about nutrient management and air quality issues from Chris Baxter, UW-Platteville Professor & Extension Nutrient Management Specialist. Youth ages 8-18 headed to Knuckleheads entertainment complex to try their hand at bowling or ride on one of the many indoor amusement rides. The tiny tots of the group had their own special room to head to where they excitedly colored safari pictures, designed some crafts and even went on a safari hike.

Now the group is taking a break in the Kalahari Resorts HUGE indoor waterpark…many of them were talking about trying their hand at surfing or going on the wild water coaster ride.

Tonight, the group will enjoy a Safari feast followed by a Comic Magician, Jerry Fraiser. Plus much more to come for late evening and Sunday!

The Accelerated Genetics cooperative Young Producer Program is available to customers (herd owners and employees) in the membership area of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. If you live this area and wish to learn more about upcoming events check out Accelerated Genetics website at www.accelgen.com or contact Kari Stanek at 800.451.9275 ext. 222 or kstanek@accelgen.com.

Tony and Maizie Scheffler Family - Zumbrota, Minn.

Someone spotted a wild animal at the Kalahari

Tim Servais, Stoddard, Wis., Introduces him and his family during the welcome program.

The Popp family of Royalton, Minn. really got into the Safari spirit…they are hunting for the big cats!

Amy Larson of Larson Acres, Evansville, Wis. helps her daughter Ellie and others with craft projects during the tiny tot session.

Some little hunters gather butterflies.

More young hunters make there way through the ”wild” safari.

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