Business & Community Networking on the Farm

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Connect. Collaborate. Grow.

Looking for a different kind of networking experience?

Join local business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, professionals, farmers, and community members for monthly networking events at Badger State Farms LLC in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Our networking events are designed to help you build meaningful relationships, share ideas, exchange referrals, learn from others, and enjoy a relaxing farm experience. Unlike traditional networking events held in conference rooms or restaurants, attendees have the opportunity to connect in a welcoming farm setting while enjoying animal interactions and seasonal farm activities.

Whether you're growing a business, supporting a nonprofit, working remotely, launching a new idea, or simply looking to connect with others in the community, we invite you to join us.

What Makes Our Networking Events Different?

Each networking event includes:

Business and community networking

Professional introductions

Referral and collaboration opportunities

Featured discussions and learning topics

Community announcements

Farm animal interactions

Seasonal farm experiences

Relaxed social time in a unique setting

Our goal is to create an environment where genuine relationships can develop naturally while supporting local businesses, organizations, and community growth.

Who Should Attend?

Our networking events are open to:

Small business owners

Entrepreneurs and startups

Home-based businesses

Nonprofit organizations

Community leaders

Farmers and homesteaders

Creatives and makers

Professionals and service providers

Anyone looking to build meaningful local connections

Monthly Networking Themes

January - Business Goal Setting & Planning

February - Marketing, Referrals & Customer Growth

March - AI, Technology & Business Efficiency

April - Spring Growth & New Opportunities

May - Community Partnerships & Collaboration

June - Outdoor Networking on the Farm

July - Summer Networking Social

August - Customer Experience & Relationship Building

September - Fall Business Planning

October - Harvest Networking Celebration

November - Community Impact & Giving Back

December -Year-End Celebration & Success Stories

Each month features networking opportunities, guided discussions, community sharing, and time to enjoy the farm.

Farm Animal Experiences

One of the highlights of our networking events is the opportunity to interact with the animals at Badger State Farms LLC.

Depending on the season, attendees may have opportunities to meet and interact with: Goats, Sheep, Rabbits, Chickens, Ducks, Geese

Animal experiences vary throughout the year and help create a relaxed and memorable networking environment. (Yes, if you want, you are welcome to hold an animal throughout networking!)

In-Person: On the Farm: First Thursdays of the Month - In-person - at Badger State Farms LLC in Wisconsin Rapids

Starting September 2026 - 5:30 PM-6:30/7PM

What to expect: 1- 1.5 hours of networking fun on the farm. Our goal is to learn some new skills, connect, relax, and grow our networks.

Membership Renewals will take place each year, and emails will be sent 90 days before your renewal date.

Cost: $25 per time or $125 per year (limited space, so make sure to register ahead of time)

Add-on Options:

$50: Sponsor a Networking event and have 5 minutes to speak/introduce, or come as an expert on one of our monthly topics.

$100 – Include Logo/Contact Data Seen by Farm Visitors in Person, along with one online sponsorship shout-out.

Pay below or mail checks: Badger State Farms

4911 Washington St, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494

Or Online Payment Link Below

Company name

First name

Last name

Position

Address

Phone

Industry/Website Address/Are you ready to help grow your business and help others grow there's?

Multi choice

One Time not sure if I am ready to join but want to come $25

In Person Networking First Thursday of the month per Month 5:30-6:30/7 - $125

Multi-household Membership: Yearly Membership - 2 Members from Household can be representing different businesses - $175 (coming in the same vehicle)

Logo/Sponsorship Feature at Badger State Farms LLC for one Season (approximately 5-10k in person guests per year) along with 28k online visitors per month - $100

Sponsorship as lead presenter for one of the months and topics - $50

Please Choose the Amount from the Above Joiners Option - To Join and Pay Now. If you are questioning if you can join submit with $0 Dollar Option.

$25

$125

$175

We will be emailing shortly after joining. We will need your logo and business writeup to feature for the group. If you are joining just one month at a time $25, please add below what month you are planning to come to with your registration.