In partnership with RENEW Wisconsin and the City of Madison, local resident Michael Vickerman will lead an in-person walking tour showcasing residential solar electric installations near and along the Southwest Bicycle Path. The September 3rd tour will begin at the Madison Friends Meeting House, originally built in 1914. Renovated five years ago, the Meeting House uses a largely solar-powered geothermal system to heat and cool the building interior. In 2022, Madison Friends received recognition as a Dane County Climate Champion. Additional project support was provided by the Solar for Good program, which is administered by RENEW Wisconsin.
September Tour Details
Date and time:
September 3
4:15 PM – 5:45 PM
Event location:
Madison Society of Friends Meeting House
1704 Roberts Court, Madison, WI 53705
Tour Capacity and Registration:
There is no limit to the number of participants
Host contact information
Michael Vickerman
vickerpeople@gmail.com
Getting to The Tour
We’ll meet at the parking lot at Friends Meeting House. The building is located between Stockton Court and Spooner St. on Roberts Court. Between the Friends’ parking lot and nearby streets. there is ample automobile and bicycle parking capacity. Bus riders can take either the D1 or the D2 bus to the stop closest to Trader Joe’s.
Accessibility Information
We will walk on pavement the entire way, over terrain that is either level or gently sloped.
Rain Date
Should rain force the cancellation of the walking tour on September 3rd, it will be rescheduled for September 10th, beginning at 4:30 PM. Notice of any cancellation and rescheduling will be sent out via email before noon on the 3rd.
More Information
The tour is set to end at 5:45. For those interested in continuing the conversation, Garth’s Brew Bar at 1726 Monroe is a pleasant venue. Known for its selection of craft beers, Garth’s also offers many non-alcoholic beverages as well. If you’re hungry, Garth’s also offers pretzels from Batch Bakehouse and pizzas from Fraboni’s. You may also carry in your own food.