Early Childhood, Families, Guided Hikes
Join one of our Early Childhood Educators in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one. We will meet indoors in the Nuthatch classroom or in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get a...
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...
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 membership or admission.
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...
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll 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...
Adults, Field Trips, Guided Hikes
The Northern Kettle Moraine is renowned for its scenic beauty and impressive geologic features, especially the fall colors in the resplendent woodlands. We will start the day at Butler Lake, which is an interesting kettle lake, and the adjacent Parnell Esker, which is a remnant of an ancient under-ice river. Afterwards, we...
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...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll 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...
Nature Journaling is the practice of using drawings, words, and numbers to collect and record your nature observations, questions, and explanations in a notebook. It's a way to slow down, awaken your curiosity, and marvel at the beauty found in nature. This program will introduce you to the basics of nature journaling, including what tools...
Dive into the fascinating world of fall fungi! This workshop will explore the important role mushrooms play in our ecosystems. Starting with an indoor presentation, you will gain new insights into the life cycle, reproduction, and habitat range of the species we can find right here in Wisconsin. Afterwards, we'll...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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 membership or admission.
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Mondays, October 5, 12, and 19 This Audubon Toddlers series runs over three consecutive Mondays and is facilitated by Early Childhood Educator Jenny Booth. Join us 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...
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...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll 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...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll 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...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Jenny Booth in nurturing a sense of wonder in nature with your little one. We will meet indoors in the Nuthatch classroom or in one of our specially designed outdoor classrooms to explore, play, and create art. Be prepared for your child to get...
Adults, Citizen Science, Guided Hikes
Phenology is the study of the timing and occurrence of cyclical patterns and events in nature. Nearly all plants and animals follow the meteorological cues of daylight, temperature, and rainfall for their survival. During the colorful months of autumn, our eyes are drawn to the forest. We will hike the Woodland Loop and other forested areas to...
Adults, Art, Clubs, Guided Hikes
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...
Adults, Conservation, Guided Hikes
Learn how staff and volunteers care for the land by observing current and past initiatives, focusing on stormwater management to prevent erosion and flooding, protect habitat, and improve water quality. You will get a sneak peek at upcoming stormwater management projects and gain overall insight into the Center’s future conservation plans. During the program we...
Art, Early Childhood, Families, Guided Hikes
In this child/adult pair program, join 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 can...
Families, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes, Wheelchair Accessible
On 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 membership or admission.
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. ...
Early Childhood, Guided Hikes, Preschool
Children are never too young to learn about and enjoy nature’s wonders. Join Nature School Early Childhood Educator Andrea Kroll 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...
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...
