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Dazzling Dragonflies

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Delve into the wonderous world of dragonflies! Join Environmental Educator Alison Schrad to investigate our ponds and prairies and learn why dragonflies are important to our ecosystems. On our hike, we will determine where the dragonflies and damselflies start their lives and why they thrive in our environments. You will...

Sold Out $20.00 – $26.00

Nature Ambassadors

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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...

Raptor Encounter

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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...

An Introduction to the Birds of Schlitz Audubon

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Saturdays, September 6-27 Taught by Director of Education Tom Finley, Environmental Educators Michelle Allison, Aubrey Fulsaas, and Laine Cotteleer This four-week certificate program is designed for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the key bird species found at the Center. Through a combination of formal presentations, interactive learning,...

Sold Out $120.00 – $140.00

Tiny Hands Gardening: Seeds Have Superpowers

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Hold the power of a tree in the palm of your hand! Join Horticulturist Sandy Manning and Environmental Educator Melanie Ziolecki to learn about the superpowers seeds have and why they are so popular for both animals and humans to collect for winter. You will uncover how to determine if...

Sold Out $20.00 – $26.00

Raptor Saturday

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

It’s time for some International Vulture Awareness! Join us to celebrate what makes these unique scavengers so important to the health of our ecosystem. With the help of our own Turkey Vulture and other Raptor Ambassadors, you will find out why they are often referred to as “Nature’s Clean-up Crew”....

Nature Journaling: Flowers of Fall

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Nature journaling uses drawings, words, and numbers to collect and record your nature observations, questions, and explanations in a notebook. It's a way to slow down, awaken your curiosity, and marvel at nature’s beauty. We'll start by reviewing the basics of nature journaling and techniques for drawing flowers. Then we'll...

Get Tickets $17.00 – $23.00 5 tickets left

Nature Ambassadors

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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...

Raptor Encounter

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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...

Tagging Migrating Monarchs

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

As the colder weather rolls in, monarch butterflies start flying south toward balmier temperatures. Join Environmental Educator Laine Cotteleer to learn their life cycle and how we monitor the monarch butterfly’s journey to Mexico. We will visit several monarch butterfly hotspots on our property to potentially catch and tag their...

Get Tickets $12.00 – $18.00 -1 tickets left

Yoga at Schlitz Audubon

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Mondays, September 8 – October 13 Throughout this six-week yoga series, you will discover that Yoga is for every BODY. During each class, local yoga instructor Chrissy Kruger-Gruendyke will guide you through a series of movements and regenerative poses that focus on breath, balance, and strength. Modifications and insightful visuals...

Get Tickets $72.00 – $90.00 7 tickets left

Guided Hike: Creatures of the Night

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Wisconsin is home to many nocturnal animals, from the Great Horned Owl patrolling the night skies, to the tiny deer mouse down below the leaves. Set out on a night hike to uncover them in their native environments! We will begin by strolling through our Gateway Trail to Mystery Lake,...

Sold Out $12.00 – $18.00

Spark! – Monarch Magic

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

This special program is designed for people going through cognitive changes, such as memory loss, to participate in alongside their caregivers. Each session is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Programs are led by Center staff, and take place indoors,...

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Artist Reception: Green Bay Art Colony

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join Green Bay Art Colony and Schlitz Audubon for an inspiring and joyful social reception on Wednesday, September 10 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Meet featured artists and fellow art lovers to discuss each wonderful piece and connect with a community of creatives.   Schlitz Audubon Nature Center is honored to...

Schlitz Audubon Bird Club: Grassland Residents

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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 program is hosted by a Schlitz Audubon...

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Junior Elementary Homeschool | Fall 2025

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursdays | September 11, October 9, and November 13 Our Junior Elementary Homeschool Program is an introductory experience for children ages 6-8. With the guidance of experienced naturalists, we begin to work in groups to discover nature at the Center. Students form connections with the creatures and habitats that make up Southeastern...

Sold Out $75.00 – $290.00

Senior Elementary Homeschool | Fall 2025

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Thursdays, September 11, October 9, and November 13 Our Senior Elementary Homeschool Program is designed for students ages 9-11 to delve deeper into the natural world. Alongside experienced naturalists, students will explore habitats including the shore of Lake Michigan, ponds, prairies, and forests. We offer a variety of interactions with nature such...

Sold Out $75.00 – $290.00

North Shore Heroes Blood Drive at Schlitz Audubon

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Did you know you could save up to three lives by donating blood? Make a difference by joining us for the North Shore Heroes Blood Drive, right here at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center! Every day, patients in our community need red blood cells to keep them feeling healthy and strong....

Schlitz Audubon Photo Club Hike

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Nature offers extraordinary opportunities for photography at every turn. Each month, we welcome photographers of all skill levels to gather and enhance your artistic skills as you explore distinct settings, capturing beautiful nature moments through your lens. Learn tips and tricks with other members of this growing community and return...

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Nature School Art Studio: Tree Magic

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Explore the natural world through art! Students can explore, experiment and take artistic risks to discover their own individual approach to artmaking. September’s class will focus on trees by using parts of the tree as materials and using the colors, textures, and shapes of trees as inspiration. Hosted by the...

Sold Out $25.00 – $32.00

Watercolor Painting Workshop

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Saturdays, September 13 & September 20 Explore basic watercolor painting in this two-day workshop designed for beginning 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...

Get Tickets $88.00 – $110.00 4 tickets left

Raptor Ambassadors: A Behind-the-Scenes Workshop

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

In this popular experience, participants will spend a day at our private Raptor Facility. Lindsay Focht, Raptor & Animal Ambassador Director, will introduce you to each raptor ambassador while we discuss the daily management of the birds, build enrichment for them, and learn what it takes to care for these...

Get Tickets $140.00 – $170.00 1 ticket left

Raptor Encounter

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

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...

Guided Family Canoeing on Mystery Lake

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United States

Join us on the shores of Mystery Lake for some canoeing fun! Mystery Lake is bursting with life and there is no better way to see it than from the water. Never been canoeing before? Don’t worry, our Environmental Educator AJ Grill will show you the basics! When registering for...

Get Tickets $50.00 – $70.00 8 tickets left