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Discover the nesting strategies and behaviors of native Wisconsin birds. From the Baltimore Oriole’s pendant shaped nest to the Downy Woodpecker’s cavity nest, you will learn how to identify their homes and habitats. Following a brief indoor presentation, we’ll go for a hike to compare different styles and locations of...
Adults, Birding, Clubs, Guided Hikes
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...
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...
Tree identification is an important tool for understanding a forest's health. The diversity and abundance of certain trees can tell us what actions need to be taken to maintain a healthy ecosystem. In this workshop, you will learn strategies that help with identifying different kinds of trees we find living...
Adults, Art, Wheelchair Accessible
Saturdays, July 12 & July 19 Learn the basics of painting with acrylics during this two-day workshop created for beginning and intermediate-level painters. Enjoy an afternoon with other bird, wildlife, and nature enthusiasts and get an introduction to exciting acrylic painting techniques while exploring elements of nature and wildlife found...
Plants of all kinds have been used as dye for thousands of years. In this workshop, we will start with a hike to learn about the local plants that are found in Wisconsin and the various colors that can be extracted from them. Following the hike, you will learn how...
Tuesdays, July 15 – August 5 Our four sessions will invite you to bring kind awareness to the present moment to live more intentionally. On this journey, you’ll learn mindfulness meditation techniques which have multiple health benefits, including reducing stress, anxiety, and cortisol levels. Each week we will bring awareness...
Enjoy summer like a kid again with your friends! On this 21 and older night out, we’ll make nostalgic summer camp crafts, play classic outdoor games, and have s’mores around a bonfire. Start the night off with yard games, some snacks, and grab a drink before you enjoy summer camp...
Whether you’re brand new to birding or a seasoned pro, all are welcome on this guided bird walk. Learn about wonderful wading birds that call Wisconsin’s wetlands their home. We’ll search for resident piscivores, such as herons, egrets, and kingfishers, along the Central Wetlands Loop. This is a great opportunity...
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...
Adults, Art, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Nature has always been a great inspiration to artists, from pre-historic cave painters to contemporary artists. Art club is a bi-monthly program designed to offer nature inspired themes as you work at your own pace. Beginners and experienced artists are welcome to attend. Our July program will focus on Mystery...
Adults, In the Community, Raptors
Learn about the number one recreational activity in the United States: Birding! It's an activity enjoyed by 50 million people, and it's a wonderful past time for both beginners and experts. This presentation engages you with beautiful images and the sounds of local birds. We will highlight birds specific to...
Adults, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
Enjoy a day of hiking through nature in the historic Bay View neighborhood at two wonderful locations: Humboldt and South Shore parks. Humboldt Park showcases several excellent habitats and grand trees over its 73 acres. It also features several ponds, easy walking trails, and a war memorial. After lunch at...
Fireflies are the beacons of summer nights with their different flash patterns. Learn how to identify the different species of fireflies in Wisconsin, what their ideal habitats are, and why they flash. Following an indoor presentation, we will hike to a prairie to count the species and then enter the...
Thursdays, July 24 – August 14 Nature has stories to tell—are you ready to listen? In this four-week, dynamic flash fiction workshop, we’ll explore how the natural world shapes the stories we tell. Each session will blend reading, discussion, and writing exercises designed to harness the narrative power of setting...
Make beautiful and functional art for your home and wardrobe while you connect with an ancient form of fabric creation: weaving. In this class, you will learn continuous strand weaving on a frame loom. You will discover all the necessary steps to weave a shawl on a triangle loom using...
On this hike, learn about how staff and volunteers care for the land by observing current and past projects. You will get a sneak peek at upcoming land management projects and gain overall insight into the Center’s future conservation plans. We will discuss the many invasive species management techniques and...
