Literary Hike: Braiding Sweetgrass

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

This hike guided by Naturalist Aubrey Fulsaas will follow the pages of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. As a botanist, Robin Wall Kimmerer has been trained to ask questions of nature with the tools of science. As a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, she embraces the notion that...

$17.00 – $23.00

SPARK!

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

This program is designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. Led by our Director of Education Tom Finley, each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Programs take place inside the Auditorium and may include...

Free

Horicon Marsh Birding & Nature Tour 

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Explore Horicon Wildlife Refuge, the premier wetland in the Midwest, with Director of Education Tom Finley and Adult Program Coordinator Michelle Allison. 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...

$50.00 – $65.00

Tai Chi

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Wednesdays, October 11 through November 15. This is a 6-week introduction to Yang style short form tai chi, with an emphasis on relaxation, alignment, and fluid movement. Gentle tai chi movements build balance, stability, flexibility, and ease. Instructor Julia Mueller has been studying tai chi for 23 years and teaching...

$72.00 – $90.00

Bird Club

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

Naturalist Laine Cotteleer will be sharing an interactive Quizlet focusing on the visual and aural identification of Wisconsin’s native birds. Birders age 14 and up and of all skill levels are welcome.  Free to all. Optional donation supports habitat preservation at the Center. Registration Required. 

Free

Horicon Marsh Birding & Nature Tour

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Explore Horicon Wildlife Refuge, the premier wetland in the Midwest, with Director of Education Tom Finley and Adult Program Coordinator Michelle Allison. 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...

$50.00 – $65.00

Ephemeral Nature – Ephemeral Art

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

This art and nature program will focus on ephemeral art and the changes that are taking place in fall. Nature is in a constant state of change, full of moments and objects that are temporary (flowers, sunsets, waves…). We will learn about some well-known ephemeral artists who are known for...

$17.00 – $23.00

Photo Club

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

Photographers of all skill levels can take a guided hike with Naturalist and hobby photographer, Cassie Rincon. We will visit the Tower for a panoramic view of the fall colors. We will explore the property while sharing tips and tricks with each other about our art.  Free to all. Registration...

Free

Ridge Run Park – West Bend

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Join Education Specialist Shelly Rollins in exploring the natural features of Ridge Run Park in West Bend. This park includes a segment of the Ice Age Trail and contains kettles, potholes and eskers that were sculpted by the glaciers. Enjoy the fall colors as we learn about these glacial formations, as well as...

$28.00 – $34.00

​Adult Owl Prowl​

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

Rain date: Tuesday, October 18   Join Raptor Educators for an evening exploring the lives of an elusive nocturnal hunter: owls. This program will include a night hike to locate and catch a glimpse of wild owls. Discussions of owl behavior and natural history will be complemented with visits from a...

$17.00 – $23.00

SPARK!

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

This program is designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. Led by our Director of Education Tom Finley, each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Programs being inside the Auditorium and may include a...

Free

Fall Birding & Wildlife Hike

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

Join Director of Education Tom Finley on an autumn walk through Center habitats to look for the sights and sounds of birds and other animals. Fall is a busy season for migrants and residents alike – everyone preparing for the cold winter months ahead. We’ll stick to the upland trails that...

$17.00 – $23.00

Saturday Morning Bird Walk

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

We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. We’ll search for fall migrants and those preparing for winter. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird identification. We will meet in front of the...

Free

Fall Watercolor Workshop

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

This is a two-day workshop: Saturdays, October 21 & 28.   Explore basic watercolor painting with a two-day workshop. Created for beginning and intermediate level painters looking for an afternoon with other bird, wildlife, and nature enthusiasts. This workshop introduces simple techniques while exploring elements of nature and wildlife found at...

$88.00 – $110.00

Audubon at Night

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

Enjoy a guided hike under the dark evening skies with Director of Education Tom Finley. We will listen for nocturnal creatures as we hike through a variety of habitats and visit our 60-foot tower. Experience the beauty of Lake Michigan at night with a walk along the beach.  This program...

$17.00 – $23.00

Holy Hill – Fall Colors of the Kame

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Join Director of Education Tom Finley and Adult Program Coordinator Michelle Allison to explore one of the most beautiful areas in southern Wisconsin for fall colors. Perched atop a giant glacial hill termed a “kame,” Holy Hill offers wonderful views of the surrounding countryside.  The dominant sugar maple trees are well...

$50.00 – $65.00

Pike Lake Field Trip

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Director of Education Tom Finley will guide us through the Pike Lake Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest, which lies in the middle of the beautiful hilly region known as the Kettle Moraine – a strip of glacial landforms extending throughout southeast Wisconsin. Fall is a glorious time of year to visit the area,...

$50.00 – $65.00

Twilight Hike to the Beach

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

Twilight hours can be both beautiful and active for certain wildlife. Naturalist Jacob Kempinski will lead a hike to look for crepuscular critters in the early evening. On this night, we’ll journey down to the shore of Lake Michigan. We may also encounter birds that love dusk.  Members: $17 |...

$17.00 – $23.00

Nature Club Holiday Party

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WI, United States

Join us for a holiday party for our Nature Clubs, including Bird Club, Photo Club, and Art Club! Grab a snack and join us to share your birding, photography, and art highlights from this year. If you would like to present your photos to the group, email your five best...

Free

Acrylic Painting Workshop

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

This is a two-day workshop: Saturdays, November 11 & 18.  Learn the basics of painting with acrylics with 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...

$88.00 – $110.00

SPARK!

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

This program is designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. Led by our Director of Education Tom Finley, each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Programs being inside the Auditorium and may include a...

Free

Twilight Guided Forest Bathing

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

Forest bathing is more than just hiking; it is an immersive sensory experience that allows you to look at the forest differently than before. It combines concepts of meditation and mindfulness through a series of guided invitations. Participants will engage with and learn the general basics of forest bathing and...

$17.00 – $23.00

Kohler Andre State Park

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WI, United States

Renowned as a very popular spot along the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan in Sheboygan, this 900-acre parcel boasts some of the most unique sand dunes anywhere. We’ll begin our hike along the beach dunes cord walk, through a variety of habitats and trails, and share highlights of Wisconsin’s flora...

$50.00 – $65.00

SPARK!

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

This program is designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. Led by our Director of Education Tom Finley, each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Programs take place inside the Auditorium and may include...

Free

Fall Birding & Wildlife Hike

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

Join Director of Education Tom Finley on an autumn walk through Center habitats to look for the sights and sounds of birds and other animals. Fall is a busy season for migrants and residents alike – everyone preparing for the cold winter months ahead. We’ll stick to the upland trails that...

$17.00 – $23.00

Saturday Morning Bird Walk

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

We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. We’ll search for late fall migrants and those preparing for winter. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird identification. We will meet in front of...

Free

Morning Guided Forest Bathing

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

Forest bathing is more than just hiking; it is an immersive sensory experience that allows you to look at the forest differently than before. It combines concepts of meditation and mindfulness through a series of guided invitations. Participants will engage with and learn the general basics of forest bathing and...

$17.00 – $23.00