"Cabin Critters" with Rob Mies 
Presented by the Organization for Bat Conservation
Did you know that a single little brown bat -- the most common bat in Wisconsin -- catches thousands of insects a night?  Did you know that hawks and owls work year-round at the cabin to keep the mouse and vole populations in check?  Have you ever seen a skunk up close and personal?   

Learn about the benefits of these species and many other common second home "guests" at the "Cabin Critters" special feature at the show.   Rob Mies, scientist, conservationist, television personality and one of the world's leading bat experts takes us on an exciting journey into the world of life just outside our cabin doors.  Rob's entertaining and educational approach teaches us how to create critter-friendly habitat for our warm-blooded, cold-blooded and feathered friends.  Mies is the founder and director of the Organization for Bat Conservation at the Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.  He has appeared on many television shows including, The Tonight Show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Today Show, Live with Regis and Kelly, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Fox & Friends and Martha Stewart. 

Don't miss the interactive and entertaining "Cabin Critters" presentation with Rob Mies.  
Friday 4 and 6 p.m.
Saturday 1, 3 and 5 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

 

Wake Up and Smell the Breakfast!
Featuring the "Getaway Gourmet," Chef Patrick Moore
Why does food always taste better at the cabin?  It doesn't hurt to have a famous chef in the kitchen with us!  Let's let the Lake Home & Cabin Show's very own “Getaway Gourmet,” Chef Patrick Moore of Brule, Wisconsin teach us some great breakfast recipes this year.  How about apple filled pancakes?  Or banana French toast with a banana brown sugar glaze?  Still hungry? Then the smoked salmon served over potato pancakes with a dill cream sauce is sure to put us over the edge!  

Free cooking demonstrations will be presented a number of times each day. 
Friday 3, 5 & 7 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m., 2, & 4 p.m.
Sunday noon & 2 p.m.         

 

Ed Begley, Jr. -- Actor and Environmental Activist  (Saturday only)
Presented by Envirolet composting toilets
When it comes to taking personal responsibility for the environment, few individuals can match the record of Ed Begley, Jr.  From early in his career when he was nominated for six Emmys for his portrayal of Dr. Victor Ehrlich in the 1980's television series St. Elsewhere Begley has lived by his theme of, "Live Simply So That Others Can Simply Live."  He has had a 40-plus year "eco-journey" and television and film career (She Devil, Best in Show, Pineapple Express, Whatever Works, CSI: Miami) and is known for turning up at Hollywood events on his bicycle.  As a leader of the green movement, Begley has a long history of initiating change and serving in several major roles including chairman of the Environmental Media Association and the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy.  "Our planet is an asset with value -- let's not treat it like a 'going-out-of-business' sale,"  Begley has said.  

Saturday's guests at the show have the chance to meet and hear Ed Begley, Jr. speak on the Cabin Life Stage at noon and 4 p.m.  He will also be in the Envirolet booth throughout the day.   

 

The Cabin Life Seminar Stage 
Presented by Cabin Life Magazine
An authentic cabin exterior is the perfect setting for guests to enjoy unique and informational seminars, demonstrations and activities happening every hour at the “Cabin Life Stage.”  The complete schedule of events is in the Show Program, at the show entrance and at the Cabin Life Stage at the back of the 600 aisle. 

The Cabin Life Stage was created and built by Whitefish Log Works of Crosslake, MN.

 

Outdoor Adventure Seminars 
Presented by Rutabaga
Whether you are new to paddle sports or an old hand looking for advice on techniques or equipment, you don't want to miss the special Outdoor Adventure Seminars presented by the experts at Rutabaga, one of the nation's premier paddle sports retailer located right here in Madison.

 

Tour a Cabin 
Presented by Furkey Builders
They say good things come in small packages. And, if you're looking for a cozy and affordable cabin then you owe yourself a tour of this compact model built right on the floor of the Lake Home & Cabin Show. This little home-away-from-home has all the built-in comforts spread throughout the well-appointed floor plan. Don't miss this unique "Cabin within the Cabin Show" at the back of the 700 aisle.

 

10 New Ways to Enjoy Birds 
You can meet BirdWatching magazine editor in chief, Chuck Hagner, and learn 10 new ways to enjoy birds during his special seminar at noon on Sunday on the Cabin Life Stage.

 

Waterfront Designs 
Are you looking for ideas & trends in waterfront designs? You don't want to miss award winning architect Wayne Visbeen's seminar scheduled for 11 a.m. January 28 on the Cabin Life Stage. As an accomplished artist, Visbeen often incorporates his "live sketching/design process" into his work with clients.

 

Sustainable Landscapes 
It's practical and it's good for the environment to have a sustainable landscape at your lake home or cabin. Join Prairie Nursery's senior consultant Jennifer Baker as she discusses many innovative landscape ideas at seminars at 5 p.m. on Friday and 2 p.m. on the Cabin Life Stage.

 

 

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