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Category: Wisconsin Nature

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October 1, 2019
Wisconsin Nature, Birds of Wisconsin

The Hidden Intelligence of Crows

When you hear a loud, hoarse “Caw!” sounding outside, you probably recognize it as the…

September 24, 2019
Wisconsin Nature, Seasonal Sightings

The Strategies of Squirrels

Everyone has likely been in the company of squirrels. Wisconsin is home to seven species…

September 23, 2019
Citizen Science, Wisconsin Nature

Wisconsin’s Native Mussels: Important, Diverse, and Threatened

Native freshwater mussels play an important role in healthy water ecosystems. Besides being a source…

September 17, 2019
Wisconsin Nature, Seasonal Sightings

The Magic of Seed Dispersal

Written with contributions from Aubrey Ellickson, Sandy Manning, and Don Quintenz When people look at…

September 10, 2019
A Walk in the Woods, Wisconsin Nature

Fueling Frenzy for Fall Migration

Wherever you look on the trails currently, there is a frenzy of creatures fueling, and…

September 10, 2019
Wisconsin Nature, Seasonal Sightings

Monarch Migration

In Milwaukee, peak Monarch Butterfly migration happens every year in early September. Monarchs will begin…

August 13, 2019
Wisconsin Nature, Seasonal Sightings

Summer Activity of the Center’s Turtles

During the heat of summer, if you go to Mystery Lake or Boardwalk Pond, you…

July 30, 2019
A Walk in the Woods, Wisconsin Nature

Butterflies, Bees, & Wild Bergamot

A favorite native wildflower of mine is in bloom all over the Center! Pretty much…

July 16, 2019
Wisconsin Nature

Prairies and Predators

The mixed tall grass prairie at Schlitz Audubon is a stunning sight in the summer…

July 8, 2019
Wisconsin Nature

A Plant That Changes Ponds

When hiking at Turtle Pond visitors will see a layer of bright green on the…

July 3, 2019
Conservation, Wisconsin Nature

Backyard Beekeeping and Your Native Garden

In Wisconsin, we have 500 identified species of native bees. Most of them are difficult…

July 1, 2019
Birds of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Nature

Roadside Raptors: Red-tailed Hawks

Red-tailed Hawks (Buteo jamaicensis) are the most common raptors in Wisconsin and in North America….

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, our mission is to conserve our land’s diverse habitats on Lake Michigan and provide meaningful experiences and environmental education for all.

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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
1111 E. Brown Deer Road
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 352-2880

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8:30am – 8:00pm Mon – Thurs
8:30am – 5:00pm Fri – Sun

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$8 Adults
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