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Learn to Camp
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Dane County Parks staff for an overnight experience in our Learn to Camp program! Groups will learn all kinds […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedThe Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand returns on Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
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3 events,
McCarthy – Invasive Weed Workday
McCarthy – Invasive Weed Workday
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-up is required, click sign up button below Join Dane County Parks Natural Areas staff at these summer workdays. We […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Olbrich After Hours
Olbrich After Hours
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThe Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! […]
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Prairie Volunteer Work Days at the Heritage Center
Prairie Volunteer Work Days at the Heritage Center
Organizer: Dane County ParksVolunteers are needed to help maintain and improve the prairies surrounding the Lussier Family Heritage Center. These work days could […]
3 events,
Wingra Oak Savanna Work Party
Wingra Oak Savanna Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Seed Collection
Seed Collection
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThank you for your interest in helping with seed collection in Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Volunteering for these events is a great […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Tenney Park
Bird & Nature Adventures | Tenney Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksHistory and Nature ~ Join Madison Historian Don Sanford to learn about the social history of Lake Mendota and the […]
5 events,
Paddle in the Park
Paddle in the Park
Organizer: Dane County ParksEnjoy a morning paddle on Dane County waterways! This is a beginner level paddle on the Yahara River from LaFollette […]
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology at the UW Arboretum. Geared for adults, these longer walks […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Cherokee Marsh, North
Bird & Nature Adventures | Cherokee Marsh, North
Organizer: City of Madison ParksBeating the Heat ~ Join Naturalist Alex Singer for a free fun family friendly guided nature walk! Enjoy the cool […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedThe Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand returns on Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger […]
1 event,
Parks Alive | Allied Park
Parks Alive | Allied Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
4 events,
Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park
Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas Staff at Walking Iron County Park on every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 9am-12pm throughout […]
Parks Alive | Aldo Leopold Park
Parks Alive | Aldo Leopold Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Olbrich After Hours
Olbrich After Hours
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThe Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! […]
7 events,
Mudlake Wildlife Area Bird Hike
Mudlake Wildlife Area Bird Hike
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshJoin members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club as we explore the Mud Lake Wildlife Area. Walk along the roads […]
Parks Alive | Meadowood Park
Parks Alive | Meadowood Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
Community Garden Summit
Community Garden Summit
Organizer: RootedThe Community Garden Summit is a three day event hosted by Rooted and UW Madison Division of Extension. The 2024 […]
Conservation Park Tour
Conservation Park Tour
Organizer: City of Madison ParksConservation Park Tours are educational staff-guided walks held at various conservation parks on the 2nd Wednesday, May - October. Event […]
Waksik Woosga Revitalization Class
Waksik Woosga Revitalization Class
Organizer: Ho-Chunk NationIn collaboration with the Ho-Chunk Nation, ALNC is holding space for Waksik Woosga Revitalization classes (Traditional Feast Ceremony classes), to […]
3 events,
Parks Alive | Penn Park
Parks Alive | Penn Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
Community Garden Summit
Community Garden Summit
Organizer: RootedThe Community Garden Summit is a three day event hosted by Rooted and UW Madison Division of Extension. The 2024 […]
Summer Wild Food & Wild Medicine Walk
Summer Wild Food & Wild Medicine Walk
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensHarvesting wild plants for food and medicine is a seasonal activity. Join herbalist and forager Linda Conroy for this fun […]
6 events,
Ice Age Trail Junction Area – Invasive Weed Workday
Ice Age Trail Junction Area – Invasive Weed Workday
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-up is required, click sign up button below Join Dane County Parks Natural Areas staff at these summer workdays. We […]
Schumacher Farm Park Natural Areas Work Day
Schumacher Farm Park Natural Areas Work Day
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin the Friends of Schumacher Farm Park for important restoration work the 2nd Friday of the month from 9am-12pm through the […]
Home Garden Tour
Home Garden Tour
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensJust a hop, skip, and jump north of Madison, Olbrich Botanical Gardens presents seven unique gardens in Sun Prairie. Working […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
Community Garden Summit
Community Garden Summit
Organizer: RootedThe Community Garden Summit is a three day event hosted by Rooted and UW Madison Division of Extension. The 2024 […]
9 events,
2024 Horicon Marsh Paddle *New Date*
2024 Horicon Marsh Paddle *New Date*
Organizer: Friends of Horicon Marsh*NEW DATE* 2024 Horicon Marsh PaddleJuly 13, 20248:00 AM -12:00 PM On Saturday, July 13th, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 […]
Conservation Volunteer Workday | Shift A
Conservation Volunteer Workday | Shift A
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin us for a meaningful day of conservation efforts as we work together to protect and enhance our local conservation […]
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Work Party
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Conservation Volunteer Workdays
Conservation Volunteer Workdays
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin the Friends of Cherokee Marsh and Madison Parks for a day of conservation efforts to work together to protect and […]
Home Garden Tour
Home Garden Tour
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensJust a hop, skip, and jump north of Madison, Olbrich Botanical Gardens presents seven unique gardens in Sun Prairie. Working […]
5 events,
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover sloping terrain. […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Turville Point
Bird & Nature Adventures | Turville Point
Organizer: City of Madison ParksBeating the Heat ~ Join Naturalist Alex Singer for a free fun family friendly guided nature walk! Enjoy the cool […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedThe Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand returns on Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
1 event,
Parks Alive | Elver Park
Parks Alive | Elver Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
4 events,
Festge – Invasive Weed Workday
Festge – Invasive Weed Workday
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-up is required, click sign up button below Join Dane County Parks Natural Areas staff at these summer workdays. We […]
Insects and Butterflies
Insects and Butterflies
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshLet’s get out and explore the Horicon Marsh! Using insect nets you will capture, and then try to name the […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Olbrich After Hours
Olbrich After Hours
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThe Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! […]
4 events,
Guided Out and Back Paddle
Guided Out and Back Paddle
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshJoin DNR staff, on a guided canoe or kayak of Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area. This will be an out […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Blooming Butterflies Member Preview
Blooming Butterflies Member Preview
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBe the first to see the live butterflies in the Bolz Conservatory! Olbrich members get an exclusive sneak peak of […]
Bumblebee ID
Bumblebee ID
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshJoin Master Gardener, Jennifer Lazewski as we scan the flowers for native bumblebees. More information to come. 20 person limit. […]
3 events,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Conservancy Days at Pheasant Branch
Conservancy Days at Pheasant Branch
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyCONSERVANCY DAYS: NEW DEVELOPMENT AND RUNOFF ISSUES FOR PHEASANT BRANCH CONSERVANCY WITH AMANDA NIEBUR Conservancy Days occur at 6pm on […]
Discovering Owls
Discovering Owls
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshCurious about owls? Stop in at the Horicon Marsh Visitor Center Tuesday, July 16 for a hands on program all […]
4 events,
Lake View Hill – Invasive Weed Workday
Lake View Hill – Invasive Weed Workday
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-up is required, click sign up button below Join Dane County Parks Natural Areas staff at these summer workdays. We […]
Prairie Volunteer Work Days at the Heritage Center
Prairie Volunteer Work Days at the Heritage Center
Organizer: Dane County ParksVolunteers are needed to help maintain and improve the prairies surrounding the Lussier Family Heritage Center. These work days could […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
3 events,
Bird & Nature Adventures | Starkweather Creek Area
Bird & Nature Adventures | Starkweather Creek Area
Organizer: City of Madison ParksCreek Life Monitoring ~ Join Water Quality Monitor Lance Green for a free fun family friendly talk and demonstration featuring […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Full Moon Night Walk
Full Moon Night Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumLet your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk […]
7 events,
Seed Collection
Seed Collection
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThank you for your interest in helping with seed collection in Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Volunteering for these events is a great […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
ALNC’s 30th Anniversary Open House
ALNC’s 30th Anniversary Open House
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterCelebrate 30 years of children’s environmental education with an open house! Whether you’ve connected with us before or have never been, […]
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park
Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksWarner Tree Plantings ~ Join Master Naturalist Tim Nelson for a free family friendly healthy nature walk. We will look […]
1 event,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
7 events,
Summer Stewards at Holy Wisdom Monastery
Organizer: Dane County ParksAre you worried about climate change but don’t know what to do? Would you like time away for reflection, discernment […]
Bumble Bee Monitoring Outings
Bumble Bee Monitoring Outings
Organizer: Dane County ParksWould you like to learn about bumble bees and participate in a citizen science effort? Come along with Dane County […]
Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park
Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas Staff at Walking Iron County Park on every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 9am-12pm throughout […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Learn to Orienteer
Learn to Orienteer
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Dane County Parks and On the Map for a map and compass navigation activity called "orienteering." The essential goal […]
4 events,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Monarch Conservation Workshop
Monarch Conservation Workshop
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Master Gardener, Gae Bergmann, as she talks about the life of a Monarch butterfly and conservation efforts. Attendees will […]
Fantastic Ferns and How to Grow Them
Fantastic Ferns and How to Grow Them
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensFerns are an ancient plant lineage with many contemporary garden uses. Take a walk through Olbrich Gardens with horticulturist Dan […]
3 events,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Notable Natives Walk
Notable Natives Walk
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThis summery stroll with Olbrich horticulturist Erin Presley highlights an array of garden-worthy Midwestern native perennials, trees and shrubs. We […]
4 events,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
Night Moth Walk
Night Moth Walk
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin naturalist Jeff Steele on this night walk to see and learn about moths and other night-flying insects. We'll walk […]
6 events,
Feather Frenzy – Summer Birding
Feather Frenzy – Summer Birding
Organizer: MacKenzie CenterBirds are out and about! Let’s catch a glimpse of these feathered friends as we meander the South Trails. Please […]
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Work Party
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Bird & Nature Adventures
Bird & Nature Adventures
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterStop Bugging Me Join naturalist Alex Singer at the Children’s Shack at 10am. We’ll hike from ALNC into Edna Taylor […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
6 events,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Scenic Stroll
Scenic Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, […]
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedThe Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand returns on Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
1 event,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
4 events,
Indian Lake – Invasive Weed Workday
Indian Lake – Invasive Weed Workday
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-up is required, click sign up button below Join Dane County Parks Natural Areas staff at these summer workdays. We […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Olbrich After Hours
Olbrich After Hours
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThe Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! […]
2 events,
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Evening Meadow Stroll
Evening Meadow Stroll
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensIn the golden afternoon hours of summer smell the sweet scent of garden phlox, and observe how different grasses sway […]
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