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Discover a world of ancient animals with Naturalist Jacob Kempinski. We will learn about the millions of years of history preserved in Wisconsin soil, from trilobites to mastodons and everything in between. After practicing our paleontologist skills with a demo dinosaur dig, we’ll explore Lake Michigan’s beach and search for...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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. Free with membership or admission.
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us 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 trails. Connect with other families of...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us 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 trails. Connect with other families of...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. Designed for children 2 to 3 years old and their adult. To optimize this experience for all, accompanying...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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...
Adults, Birding, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the second Saturday of the month. We’ll search for summer residents and nesting birds. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird identification. We will meet in front of the Visitor Center...
Adults, Guided Hikes, Wellness
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...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration with the sights of nature. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the trails....
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Adults, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
Over its 1,000 mile course, the Ice Age National Scenic Trail is renowned for its scenic beauty and impressive geologic features. Join Director of Education Tom Finley on this hike, which is a continuation of our Monches trip to the same region last September. Only this time, we’ll hike north...
Families, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Explore two of Schlitz Audubon’s ponds up-close as we learn about some of their aquatic residents! Catch, identify, and discover hands-on a variety of aquatic invertebrates and amphibians. Learn about the importance of wetlands and how each of the Center’s ponds have unique features and characteristics that help create special...
Adults, Birding, Clubs, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Join a welcoming community of bird enthusiasts on the second Wednesday of the month. Our co-host Dan Panetti, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Mequon will guide us on a hike to look for summer birds and observe bird behavior before sunset. Birders age 14 and up and of all skill levels...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration with the sights of nature. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the trails....
Art, Families, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
July is a perfect time of year for flowers and sunshine. Join Naturalist Abby Saxton on a hike to learn about some of the native wildflowers growing around the property. Afterwards, everyone will make a flower suncatcher craft to hang it in a sunny spot at home! This program is...
Families, Guided Hikes, Preschool
I spy with my little eye, something in the ponds for the whole family to enjoy! Join Naturalist Melanie Ziolecki on a guided hike to go ponding. Each adult and child pair will be given a map with pond critter names as our I Spy guide and use a stamp...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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...
Adults, Art, Clubs, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Bring your sketchbook and pencils to find inspiration in nature! As a group, we will explore topics such as drawing from observation and nature journaling. Artists of all skill levels are welcome. We’ll visit the woods and wetlands of the Center to practice nature journaling techniques. Free to all. Registration...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration with the sights of nature. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the trails....
Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, these bioluminescent beetles light up our summer nights. Why do they flash? What makes them glow? Take a journey to their favorite spot at the center with Naturalist Melanie Ziolecki to observe and find out! You will learn how to identify common...
Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, these bioluminescent beetles light up our summer nights. Why do they flash? What makes them glow? Take a journey to their favorite spot at the center with Naturalist Melanie Ziolecki to observe and find out! You will learn how to identify common...
Tuesday, July 11 | 10:00a-11:15a Thursday, July 13 | 10:00a-11:15a Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration with the sights of nature. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then...
Our summer twilight can give us both a glimpse of a beautiful sunset, and also a natural world teeming with life! This naturalist-led hike will explore Schlitz Audubon during the twilight hours. We will hike through woods, prairies, and pond habitats as we search for signs of birds, aquatic invertebrates,...
Birding, Families, Guided Hikes
Join Naturalist AJ Grill on a guided hike to search for Wisconsin summer resident birds. Learn how to use binoculars to observe birds in their various habitats, then identify different species by how they look and sound. This program is designed for children aged 5 and older; children must be...
Join Aubrey Fulsaas on a birding hike that goes beyond identification to explore bird behavior. Delve into the behavioral ecology of birds found at Schlitz Audubon and discover how the birds we find use behavioral adaptations to survive and thrive in their habitats. We will search for bird species within...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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...
Adults, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
This is a two-day workshop: Saturdays, July 29th and August 5th. In this two-part workshop, learn the basics of tree ID, what to look for, and what distinguishes these plant families from one another. We’ll discuss how trees interact with wildlife and each other, and discover which species provide the...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration using our sense of touch. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the trails....
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Adults, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
Join Director of Education Tom Finley on a visit to his hometown of Waukesha. Founded in 1846, and first known by the name of Prairieville, Waukesha was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi. The region became famous nationally for its supposedly restorative and healthful waters, and thus earned the nickname “Spring...
Discover nature with your little ones! We will hike, play, do art activities and listen to a story. Then we will head out on a short seasonal hike to explore and learn. The same program is run on each day of the week, please pick one day that works for...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join us for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration using our sense of touch. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head out to take a guided hike on the trails....
