Adults, Birding Academy, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
Explore Horicon Wildlife Refuge, the premier wetland in the Midwest, during the beautiful fall season as countless migratory birds undertake their journeys south. We will discover this Wetland of International Importance by car and on foot. As the largest freshwater cattail marsh in the United States, Horicon is home to over 260 bird species...
Adults, Birding Academy, Clubs, Free with Membership
Join a welcoming community of bird enthusiasts on the second Wednesday of the month. Anyone aged 14 and older who is interested in learning more about birds is welcome, regardless of prior experience. You will learn and enhance identification skills from experienced birders. This Birding Academy program is hosted by Schlitz...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head outside for a guided hike on the trails. This program...
Adults, SPARK!, Wheelchair Accessible
This program is specially designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. It is intended for those living in independent settings. Each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Participants will enjoy songs, stories, treats, and visits with...
Explore the spooky side of nature with your friends! During this 21+ night out, join our Environmental Educators in costume (optional, but encouraged!) for activities that are scary fun. Step outside for a Horror Hike, starting with an original ghost story at our Veranda before venturing towards the dark...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Jenny Booth in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one. We will meet indoors in the Nuthatch classroom or in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get...
Adults, Birding Academy, Free with Membership
We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. During this Birding Academy program, we’ll search for fall resident and migrating birds among the Center’s varied habitats. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird...
Art, Early Childhood, Preschool
Explore the natural world through art! Children can explore, experiment, and take artistic risks to discover their own individual approach to artmaking. Often we think of art as just standing still, but in this class, we will experiment with making kinetic art projects that sway, spin, and swirl. We will...
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
With awesome power, spectacular strength, a huge wingspan, and massive talons, the Bald Eagle is the very essence of a raptor and headlines this program accompanied by hawks, owls, and falcons. Experience live birds up close during this all-ages event. FREE and no registration required. Learn more.
Families, Wheelchair Accessible
It’s the time of year when the haunts come out to play at the Center. You can come in costume to learn about some of nature’s spooky and misunderstood animals! We’ll bust myths about them and share their true ecological importance. Meet live animal ambassadors in our Visitor Center, including...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head outside for a guided hike on the trails. This program...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head outside for a guided hike on the trails. This program...
Thursdays, October 22 – November 12 Embark on a transformative journey through our Nature Writing Workshop, where the immersive beauty of the natural world becomes your creative canvas. This four-week workshop invites you to engage in active encounters with both nature and the page. Through guided excursions, you will explore landscapes, observing the natural...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Jenny Booth in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one. We will meet indoors in the Nuthatch classroom or in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get...
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
The Raptors of Schlitz Audubon will be at the Milwaukee Public Museum's Halloween Hauntings FREE members-only event. Which bird is the fastest? Which has silent flight? Join us for an interactive comparison of falcons, hawks, and owls, great for all ages! Learn more.
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Valkyrie, our Bald Eagle ambassador, will be appearing during the National Anthem of the October 23 Bucks Game—enjoy the added experience of witnessing our national bird! We thank the Milwaukee Bucks for inviting the Raptors of Schlitz Audubon to be part of their home opener game at Fiserv Forum.
Early Childhood, Families, Guided Hikes
Millipedes, cockroaches, spiders, oh my! Some may call them creepy, but we call them cool creatures that are helpful to our environment. During this adult/child pair program, you will meet our invertebrate animal ambassadors up close and discover their habitats, diets, and interesting adaptations. Then go on a guided hike to discover wild invertebrate friends...
Saturdays, October 24 & October 31 Explore basic watercolor painting during this two-day workshop designed for beginner and intermediate level painters looking to spend time with other nature enthusiasts. You will learn simple techniques while exploring elements of nature and wildlife found at the Center. This workshop is self-paced with...
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
The Raptors of Schlitz Audubon will be at the Milwaukee Public Museum's Halloween Hauntings FREE members-only event. Which bird is the fastest? Which has silent flight? Join us for an interactive comparison of falcons, hawks, and owls, great for all ages! Learn more.
Adults, Guided Hikes, Wellness
Deepen your relationship with the natural world during a guided Forest Bathing Walk through our South Ravine forest. Participants will slowly travel through the forest while receiving a sequence of spoken invitations. These open-ended prompts encourage the participants’ senses to open and experience the environment in a way that supports...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On Sunday afternoons volunteer Nature Ambassadors educate visitors by introducing them to our reptile and amphibian ambassadors, offering guided hikes, and sharing knowledge of our ecosystems. Stop by the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to find out which activities our Nature Ambassadors are offering on this day. Free with membership or admission.
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
Adults, Birding Academy, Citizen Science, Guided Hikes
Technology has made discovering, studying, and protecting birds more accessible. Free phone applications provide birders with convenient tools right in the palm of their hand, including a field guide, bird log, and even an interactive identification assistant. This Birding Academy seminar will provide an overview and step-by-step directions on how...