Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the...
Come join us in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one in this program facilitated by Early Childhood Educator, Allie Furru. We start in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get a little...
We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk. The return of spring is both musical and colorful as songbirds return home to Wisconsin from their winter habitats stretching from Central to South America. We’ll search for these spring migrants among the Center’s diverse ecosystems. This is...
Explore the natural world through art! Young children can explore, experiment and take artistic risks to discover their own individual approach to artmaking. In our May class, young artists will be inspired by the textures, shapes, and colors of plants. Materials and tools will be provided, and teachers will demonstrate...
Take a journey through a magnifying glass as we get down in the dirt to find the insects and their relatives crawling under our feet. Join Environmental Educator Melanie Ziolecki as we investigate the soil critters in our forests that are small but mighty. We will use insect inspecting equipment...
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHave you ever wondered what a year in the life of a raptor looks like? Wonder no more, as our live birds take you through each season of the year – from surviving freezing winters, to spring nest building, to the perilous and long migration journeys many embark on. In...
Spring brings an abundance of bird activity to the Center with winter birds departing and summer residents returning. They fill the skies, forests, and fields and with so many species signing, it can be tricky to tell them apart. In this workshop, you will participate in a presentation designed to...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOn Sunday afternoons volunteer Nature Ambassadors provide education by introducing visitors to our reptile and amphibian ambassadors, offering guided hikes, and sharing knowledge of our ecosystems. Stop in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to find out which activities our Nature Ambassadors are offering on this day. Free with...
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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 our Audubon Kids program series, children 7 years or older will experience nature through hands-on exploration, games, and fun! These classes are designed as drop-off opportunities akin to our renowned Summer Camp programming. Children join our Naturalists for activities designed to entertain, educate, and empower a lifelong love of...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the...
Tuesdays, May 6 – May 27 This is a series of four mindfulness meditation classes exploring the two wings of mindfulness – knowledge and compassion. This workshop is for those that have at least a little knowledge of mindfulness or attended a previous class with Jacqueline. With mindfulness, we can...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the...
Come join us in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one in this program facilitated by Early Childhood Educator, Alyssa Ratkowski. We start in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get a little...
We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk. The return of spring is both musical and colorful as songbirds return home to Wisconsin from their winter habitats stretching from Central to South America. We’ll search for these spring migrants among the Center’s diverse ecosystems. This is...
Please visit us in the afternoon!
Join us for our annual Raptors in Focus Photoshoot featuring our feathered ambassadors. This is a unique opportunity to photograph eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls up close and learn about the species. The birds will be on the trails in natural settings, giving you an advantage to take exceptional photographs....
Search our trails using fun clues to find hidden treasures and pieces to your very own puzzle. There will be six treasure chests to find, and each comes with a puzzle piece, an animal artifact, and an educational riddle that will help you on your journey. Naturalist Jim Thielke will...
Art, Families, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesHappy Mother’s Day! Join Environmental Educator Cassie Rincon as you celebrate moms on a short, guided hike in search of nature treasures. During the hike, Cassie will take a family photo for you to use in an art collage that you will customize with the nature treasures found that day....
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOn Sunday afternoons volunteer Nature Ambassadors provide education by introducing visitors to our reptile and amphibian ambassadors, offering guided hikes, and sharing knowledge of our ecosystems. Stop in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to find out which activities our Nature Ambassadors are offering on this day. Free with...
As the daylight fades, we will start our journey to wander through the wildflowers, stopping to pause and enjoy the nature around us. We’ll hike along the Central Wetlands Loop to look and listen for emerging frogs. As the sun begins to set and the Flower Moon begins to rise,...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the...
Adults, SPARK!, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThis 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...
Schlitz Audubon’s Raptor Ambassador Program brings you face-to-face with some of Bay View’s most iconic birds of prey. From the Bald Eagle to the Great Horned Owl, learn what makes each of these creatures a unique and important part of our ecosystem. Schlitz Audubon's Raptors, who are cared for in...
