Observing Wildlife at the Center in Summertime
Surrounding yourself with the joys of the natural world and observing wildlife at the Center…
Category: Seasonal Sightings
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Spring: A Season of Renewal at the Center
Spring: a season of renewal. The days become longer and our sunshine warmer. It’s the…
Hiking in Wisconsin’s Winter Landscape
Few things are less predictable than a Wisconsin winter. Snow can fall in flurries or…
Autumn: A Time of Transition at the Center
Autumn brings about a time of transition, unlike any other time of year. As the…
Summer Evenings at the Center
Hiking our trails on a summer evening can be an enriching experience full of seasonal…
The Beauty of Ice: Winter Seasonal Sightings
The wonder of winter is found in bright white snow reflecting sparkles of sunshine back…
Experiencing the Center’s Fall Transformation
As the nights get colder, the Center begins its fall transformation. Quaking aspen, oak, and…
The Strategies of Squirrels
Everyone has likely been in the company of squirrels. Wisconsin is home to seven species…
The Magic of Seed Dispersal
Written with contributions from Aubrey Ellickson, Sandy Manning, and Don Quintenz When people look at…
Monarch Migration
In Milwaukee, peak Monarch Butterfly migration happens every year in early September. Monarchs will begin…
Summer Activity of the Center’s Turtles
During the heat of summer, if you go to Mystery Lake or Boardwalk Pond, you…
Splendor of the Prairie
In the summertime, prairie plants begin to grow into the tall, colorful wonders that will…