Stroll along our gently lit trails with family and friends. Begin by decorating your own paper lantern and use it to illuminate the early evening hours. Go at your own pace to experience the tranquility that winter brings. At the end of your hike, gather around a bonfire and enjoy...
Adults, Birding Academy, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesThis holiday season, join Schlitz Audubon Nature Center in the National Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count. Come participate in the longest running community science birding project through a free guided hike along our Lake Terrace Loop! The Christmas Bird Count exists to promote bird conservation through observing wild birds and counting...
The December Solstice marks the beginning of astronomical winter in the northern hemisphere and for many cultures, it is a time of renewal and reflection on the year that was and the year that is to come. Literally meaning “Sun stands still,” this date is usually the shortest day of...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWinter can be an exciting time for birding in Wisconsin. We are fortunate to have many birds who remain throughout the year plus some interesting migrants who only visit during the colder months. Year-round birds we may see are Nuthatches, Cardinals, Woodpeckers and Chickadees. Migrants include winter finches, Dark-eyed Juncos...
Adults, Art, Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages available for purchase. Performances take place in the Great Hall from 3:30pm-4:30pm and are free with membership or admission. This Sunday’s performance features Julien Kozak. He’s a Milwaukee-based singer-songwriter whose...
Adults, Families, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesCelebrate the New Year with a guided night hike at Schlitz Audubon under the stars. The remnants of Saturday’s Full Wolf Moon will illuminate our path as we explore different habitats in search of nocturnal wildlife. Bring your flashlight and experience the tranquility of our trails at night. This program...
Mondays, January 5 – February 9 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...
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...
Saturdays, January 10 – January 31 Throughout this 4-week Pilates series, we will explore Joe Pilates' original mat exercises. Led by Flying Squirrel Pilates owner Jaime Hayden, she will take you through 50 minutes of flowing exercises on the mat, using your body weight as resistance. Every class will work...
Adults, Art, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesNature can inspire and help us create enchanting, one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry. In this workshop, you will learn wire wrapping techniques to capture the aquatic beauty of beach glass. By the end, you will have your own hand-crafted pair of earrings and a necklace to take home! Environmental Educators Alison...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWisconsin’s winter birds have adapted to survive the season’s harsh conditions through changes in behavior, diet, and even their own physiology. Winter can be an exciting time to observe and discover unique adaptations of our year-round resident birds such as the Black-capped Chickadee or our winter migrants such as the...
Adults, Art, Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages available for purchase. Performances take place in the Great Hall from 3:30pm-4:30pm and are free with membership or admission. This Sunday’s performance features Noah James Hittner, a singer-songwriter from Madison, Wisconsin. His...
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...
Tuesdays, January 13 – February 3 These four sessions 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 to...
Wednesdays, January 14, 21, & 28 While winter landscapes are beautiful and serene, Wisconsin’s coldest season poses unique challenges for our resident wildlife. Join us during this three-part ecology workshop exploring winter at Schlitz Audubon, featuring a different theme and habitat each day. We’ll hike the trails to showcase different...
Adults, Birding Academy, Clubs, Free with Membership
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWith winter in full swing, Wisconsin's birds employ a variety of survival strategies. Through an informative presentation, you’ll uncover adaptations which allow birds to bring color and song to us all year long! Schlitz Audubon Bird Club invites you to join a welcoming community of bird enthusiasts on the second...
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...
Brush off the winter blues with your friends! During this 21+ night out, join our Environmental Educators for cozy activities that will make you adore the winter season. Bundle up and head outside to stargaze and discover celestial wonders through a telescope while staying toasty by the firepit. Then savor the warmth of a crackling fire in our Great Hall as we create collage...
Adults, Birding Academy, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWe welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. We’ll search for winter inhabitants among the Center’s varied habitats. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird identification. Wisconsin Master Naturalist volunteers will be your...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWhile many of our feathered inhabitants head south to warmer weather, Wisconsin’s hardiest birds stick around and endure, perhaps even thrive, through the cold winter months. Our state’s woodpeckers are well-suited to completing this difficult challenge! During this seminar, you’ll learn about the species found here including the Downy, Hairy...
Saturdays, January 17 & January 24 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm This two-part certificate program will explore how natural selection and ecological pressure shape the instincts of birds living in Wisconsin. Go beyond simple bird identification and discover why birds behave in certain ways to survive, reproduce, and compete in their...
Adults, Art, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesNature has always been a great inspiration to creators, from pre-historic cave painters to contemporary artists. We welcome beginning and experienced artists to join our community to start a new project or work on an unfinished project. Each month, we will focus on a different art medium or nature theme....
Adults, Art, Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages available for purchase. Performances take place in the Great Hall from 3:30pm-4:30pm and are free with membership or admission. This Sunday’s performance features Restrung Family Fun (Formerly known as We...
Adults, Art, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSaturdays, January 24 & January 31 Using nature as an inspiration, participants will learn essential elements and basics of drawing during this two-day workshop. We’ll cover the use of materials, drawing from life, and linear perspective. You’ll work at your own pace and learn how to draw what you perceive....
