Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes
Saturdays, August 1 & August 8 The skies are filled with birds once again as they begin their journey south for the winter. In this two-part certificate program, discover the main migratory corridors and how birds use them to navigate the continent. We’ll begin indoors with a presentation showcasing the...
Fruits are an important food source for many Wisconsin birds, especially those that are preparing for their fall migration. The Center’s diverse habitats located along the Lake Michigan shoreline provide a bountiful stop-over site and unique birding hotspot to find many of these fruit foragers. This field experience is ideal...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes
From companionship to culture to ecological imbalance, the relationship between humans and birds is woven together throughout our history. Societies have incorporated bird species into utilitarian tasks, scientific and artistic inspiration, cultural symbolism, and conservation. Through classroom presentation and a guided hike, discover how humans have shaped the bird world...
Adults, Birding Academy, Clubs, Free with Membership, 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 Schlitz Audubon Environmental...
Adults, Birding Academy, Free with Membership
We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. We’ll search for summer resident birds 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...
Adults, Art, Birding Academy, Raptors
This immersive seminar invites bird lovers to slow down and experience the natural world through field illustration. Held completely outdoors, we’ll begin on the Veranda with a drawing warm-up of one of our live American Kestrel ambassadors, then head out on the trails for more guided exercises and quiet time...
Birding Academy, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Do all owls hoot? Do all owls eat mice? The owl ambassadors and staff of Schlitz Audubon answer these and other questions as they provide first-hand encounters with these rarely seen raptors. Participants can explore the adaptations that make owls successful predators of the night and interact with artifacts. Gain...
Adults, Birding Academy, Clubs, Free with Membership, 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 Birding Academy program is hosted by Schlitz...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes
Fall is a busy time in Wisconsin's native grasslands. Uncover the secrets of our prairies, including how they came to be, who calls them home, and why their conservation is so important for birds. This Birding Academy seminar will begin with a presentation on Wisconsin's native grasslands, the different bird...
Adults, Birding Academy, Raptors
In this highly sought-after experience, participants spend a day with our celebrity owls, hawks, eagles and more at our private Raptor Building. Lindsay Focht, Raptor & Animal Ambassador Director, introduces you to each raptor while we discuss the daily management of the birds, build enrichment for them, and learn what...
Autumn is almost here, and the journey south for our feathered friends has begun. We’ll climb to the top of our 60-foot observation tower, then hike through mixed woods in search of early fall migrants. This Birding Academy field experience is ideal for beginning and seasoned birders alike. Build your...
Birding Academy, Families, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
RAIN DATE: September 27 | 10:00a-2:00p Join us for a family-friendly Birding Academy outing to the Lake Mills Wildlife Area where we will witness Sandhill Cranes gathering! Their young ones have grown big and they’re flocking in preparation for their trip south for the winter. While exploring the trails, we...
Birding Academy, Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
Join us for a special Birding Academy bilingual book launch celebrating nature, wildlife, and the joy of reading. Fourteen-year-old author and wildlife photographer Mateo Núñez-García will present his debut bilingual children's book, Who Sings in Wisconsin?, by reading the entire book in both English and Spanish. Created especially for children and...
Birding Academy, Families, Guided Hikes, Raptors
RAIN DATE: Thursday, October 1 | 6:00p-7:30p Hike with us deep into the forest to discover “Hooo’s” making noises in the night. Sound is the best way to identify our local owls, so put on your owl ears and prepare to hear, and perhaps even see, some of our local...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Wednesdays, September 30 – October 14 This three-week Birding Academy certificate program equips learners with deeper knowledge and appreciation for Wisconsin’s native owl species through formal presentations, interactive learning, and active discussion around owl ecology, biology, and conservation. Sessions feature experienced speakers in the field, regular visits from the Raptors...
Birding Academy, Families, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Rain date: Tuesday, October 6 Hike with us deep into the forest to discover “Hooo’s” making noises in the night. Sound is the best way to identify our local owls, so put on your owl ears and prepare to hear, and perhaps even see, some of our local residents! After our nighttime hike, we will meet some of...
The fall migratory season is winding down, but not all of our summer residents are out the door just yet! Join Schlitz Audubon to discover our late fall migrants and discuss why they might be sticking around. This field experience is ideal for beginning and seasoned birders alike. Build your skillset by learning how to locate and identify birds from...
Adults, Art, Birding Academy, Wheelchair Accessible
Sundays, October 11, 18, & 25 and November 1 & 8 We are excited to offer this new five-session Birding Academy certificate course taught by award-winning wildlife photographer, Susan Fink. You will learn all the finer points of how to take high-quality bird photographs, from understanding camera settings to editing...
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Join Raptor Educators for an evening exploring the lives of an elusive nocturnal hunter: owls. This program, designed for adults, 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 few owls from our Raptor Program. ...
Adults, Birding Academy, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
Explore Horicon Wildlife Refuge, the premier wetland in the Midwest, during the beautiful fall season as countless migratory birds undertake their journeys south. We will 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...
Adults, Birding Academy, Clubs, Free with Membership
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 Birding Academy program is hosted by Schlitz...
Adults, Birding Academy, Free with Membership
We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. During this Birding Academy program, we’ll search for fall resident and migrating birds among the Center’s varied habitats. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird...
Adults, Birding Academy, Citizen Science, Guided Hikes
Technology has made discovering, studying, and protecting birds more accessible. Free phone applications provide birders with convenient tools right in the palm of their hand, including a field guide, bird log, and even an interactive identification assistant. This Birding Academy seminar will provide an overview and step-by-step directions on how...
Birding Academy, Families, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Rain date: Tuesday, October 27 | 5:30pm-7:00pm Hike with us deep into the forest to discover “Hooo’s” making noises in the night. Sound is the best way to identify our local owls, so put on your owl ears and prepare to hear, and perhaps even see, some of our local...