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Blog

October 23, 2026
Wisconsin Nature

Green Darner Dragonflies: Jewel-Toned Travelers

By Anna Ostermeier, Communications Specialist

On a late summer stroll along a slow-moving stream or small pond, you may spot a shimmering insect zipping past at startling speed. As it pauses to rest on a blade of grass and bask in the sun’s warm rays, you marvel at its iridescent wings spread wide and flat… Read Story >

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October 23, 2026
Seasonal Sightings, Birds of Wisconsin, Raptors, Wisconsin Nature

Owls: Masters of the Quiet Forest

The changing colors of leaves in our forests signal a larger change; the landscape is… Read Story >

October 23, 2026
Wisconsin Nature

Green Darner Dragonflies: Jewel-Toned Travelers

On a late summer stroll along a slow-moving stream or small pond, you may spot… Read Story >

October 19, 2026
Nature From Home, Birds of Wisconsin, Conservation, Wisconsin Nature

Creating a Wildlife Friendly Fall Yard

Autumn offers plenty of opportunities to support Wisconsin wildlife through actions you can take in… Read Story >

October 19, 2026
Wisconsin Nature, Citizen Science, Conservation

Uncovering the Remarkable Lives of Wisconsin’s Bats

While bats are often the subject of vampiric lore and spooky stigmas, the realities of… Read Story >

August 26, 2026
Special Events

How to Host Your Wedding at Schlitz Audubon

August 10, 2026
Wisconsin Nature, Nature From Home

The Marvels of Moths

With Contributions from Environmental Educators Alison Schrad & Melanie Ziolecki As daylight fades, the delicate… Read Story >

August 10, 2026
Center News, Donor Impact

Volunteer Spotlight: Leah Pape

The Center has been fortunate to have Leah Pape as a Nature Ambassador and Special… Read Story >

August 3, 2026
Center News, Donor Impact

A Structure with Lasting Impact

Since 2007, the Woodland Loop Bridge and Staircase has fulfilled Schlitz Audubon’s mission of environmental… Read Story >

August 3, 2026
Raptors, Nature From Home, Wisconsin Nature

A Summer Guide to Milwaukee’s Raptors

Summertime in Milwaukee can be idyllic, particularly if you take advantage of the city’s many… Read Story >

July 28, 2026
Seasonal Sightings, Wisconsin Nature

Wildflowers & Winged Collaborators

With Contributions from Jim Thielke, Environmental Educator Summer at the Center features a parade of… Read Story >

July 28, 2026
Wisconsin Nature, Citizen Science

Pond Life Up Close: Aquatic Macroinvertebrates

With Contributions from AJ Grill, Associate Director of Education The Center’s ponds are brimming with… Read Story >

July 15, 2026
Raptors, Birds of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Nature

Raptor Ambassador Spotlight: Valkyrie the Bald Eagle

In early summer of 2011, a young Bald Eagle took her first flight from the… Read Story >

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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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