We welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk. Summer brings bountiful feeding opportunities for the birds found here, which is why they return year after year. We’ll search for these summer residents among the Center’s diverse habitats. This is a great opportunity for new birders to...
Art, Families, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesEnjoy an up-close encounter with the terrific turtle animal ambassadors of Schlitz Audubon! Join Environmental Educators Joyce Michelstetter and Jim Thielke to meet a variety of species and find out their unique characteristics. Learn about these turtles, their wild cousins, and how we care for them at the Center. Along...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOn 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...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni 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...
Adults, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit Headquarters S91 W39091, WI-59, Eagle, WI, United StatesThe Southern Kettle Moraine State Forest is a beautifully preserved landscape which harkens back to Wisconsin’s epic geologic past. Created near the end of the last Ice Age, some 10 – 12,000 years ago, there are rich forests, abundant wetlands and resplendent prairies which flourish with floristic beauty. Our day...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy the wonders of nature. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni 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...
Come join us in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one in this program facilitated by Early Childhood Educator, Alyssa Ratkowski. We start in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get a little...
Explore the woods and meadows searching for the early summer flowers and the last of the spring blooms. Using field guides and other resources, you’ll learn key identification features, what pollinators they attract, and where they are most often found. By the end of the walk, you will be able...
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...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOn 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...
Butterflies and bumblebees and birds- oh my! Pollinators help keep our world colorful and beautiful, spreading life wherever they go. Join Schlitz Audubon in learning to appreciate, celebrate, and conserve these marvelous species. Environmental Educators Jim Thielke and Laine Cotteleer will guide you in creating your own seed bombs to...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOn Sunday afternoons volunteer Nature Ambassadors educate visitors by introducing them to our reptile and amphibian ambassadors, offering guided hikes, and sharing knowledge of our ecosystems. Stop by the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to find out which activities our Nature Ambassadors are offering on this day. Free with...
Adults, Birding, Clubs, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin 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...
Male white-tailed deer finish growing their antlers in July, giving the month’s full moon its namesake: the Buck Moon. Embark on a journey to discover evidence of Wisconsin’s fastest land mammal, including buck rub, browsing lines, and tracks. As the sun sets and the Buck Moon rises, we will make...
Join Early Childhood Educator Allie Furru in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one. We start in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get a little messy, it is all part of the...
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...
Join Early Childhood Educator Allie Furru in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one. We start in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get a little messy, it is all part of the...
Art, Early Childhood, Families, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin fairy friend Cassie Rincon as we explore the world of fairies and create homes for them. We’ll start the program by reading A Fairy Friend by Sue Fliess. Then, we’ll build simple fairy houses for the fairies at Schlitz Audubon, as well as a small fairy house that you...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOn Sunday afternoons volunteer Nature Ambassadors educate visitors by introducing them to our reptile and amphibian ambassadors, offering guided hikes, and sharing knowledge of our ecosystems. Stop by the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to find out which activities our Nature Ambassadors are offering on this day. Free with...
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...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head outside for a guided hike on the trails. This program...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Molly Ticcioni for a sensory-rich morning of nature exploration. We will meet indoors for a story and sensory play time, then head outside for a guided hike on the trails. This program...
Grab your pals and enjoy summer like a kid again! During this 21 and older night out, join our friendly Environmental Educators in making nostalgic summer camp crafts, playing classic outdoor games, catching critters at Dragonfly Pond, and savoring s’mores around a bonfire. From creating friendship bracelets and paracord animals to tossing...
