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, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Valkyrie, our Bald Eagle ambassador, will be appearing during the National Anthem of the October 3 Brewers Game—enjoy the added experience of witnessing our national bird! We thank the Milwaukee Brewers for inviting the Raptors of Schlitz Audubon to be part of their post-season game at American Family Field.
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...
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Owls don’t just hang out in trees and hoot! They screech, scream, dwell in graveyards, and hunt on the darkest, coldest nights of the year! Join us and our own owl ambassadors to learn all about these raptors' unique behaviors and adaptations that can sometimes seem a little spooky! Free with membership or admission. We thank the We Energies...
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.
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
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...
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
Families, In the Community, Raptors
See the Raptors of Schlitz Audubon at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum during Betty BOO's Spooktacular, a full day of fright-free family fun inspired by creatures of the night. Our Raptor Team will present a program on owls from 1:00 to 2:00 pm during the event: These seldom seen, silent winged...
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...
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Valkyrie, our Bald Eagle ambassador, will be appearing during the National Anthem of the October 11 Brewers Game—enjoy the added experience of witnessing our national bird! We thank the Milwaukee Brewers for inviting the Raptors of Schlitz Audubon to be part of their post-season game at American Family Field.
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...
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.
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
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. ...