May 10, 2021 | COVID policies for events at CALS Ag Research Stations The policies for events conducted at CALS ARS facilities will generally follow the Madison campus guidelines effective Monday, May 10. Differences with campus guidelines are indicated in bold type below: Guests and visitors will be allowed to attend UW–Madison sponsored events at CALS ARS without green/building access granted Badger Badge status. ARS superintendents may limit visitor access to certain facilities or locations to protect animal care staff and animals. Event sponsors should submit a plan for the event to the ARS superintendent for discussion and approval. Gathering/event size guidelines will be updated to follow the most current Public Health Madison & Dane County (PHMDC) Emergency Order. This guidance is likely to change over time and will be updated. The current PHMDC Order #15 guidelines are: