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Perennial Plant Sale
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensSpring marks the beginning of a new cycle of seasons and would not be the same without Olbrich Gardens' annual […]
Learn to Geocache
Learn to Geocache
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterHave you ever wanted to be a modern day treasure hunter? Try geocaching! Geocaching involves using a GPS coordinates to […]
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3 events,
Cranes of the World Opening Day
Cranes of the World Opening Day
Organizer: International Crane FoundationThe International Crane Foundation's crane gates are open for the 2024 visitor season from May 1 to Oct. 31! Visit […]
Discovery Day
Discovery Day
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensYouth and their families are invited to explore the wonders of the Bolz Conservatory at the Discovery Cart on the […]
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5 events,
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
EAGLE NEST VIEWING PARTY
EAGLE NEST VIEWING PARTY
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyCome out and observe our eagle family from our viewing platform. Spotting scopes (for those who can’t reach the permanently […]
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 […]
Live from the Wonderground: Son del Atlantico
Live from the Wonderground: Son del Atlantico
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEvery first Friday this summer, enjoy free concerts at MCM featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to […]
6 events,
Birding by Ear
Birding by Ear
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterLearn Techniques to Identify Birds WITHOUT Relying on Sight Just as unique as their coloration and shape, bird sounds […]
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
Organizer: Upham WoodsThis session is designed to introduce and teach participants about the fundamentals of archery. Participants will learn the basic rules, […]
Party for the Planet
Party for the Planet
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooJOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL PARTY FOR THE PLANET! THIS EVENT IS A WAY FOR US TO CELEBRATE THIS AMAZING PLANET […]
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
April 2024: Outdoor Archery Clubs
Organizer: Upham WoodsThis session is designed to introduce and teach participants about the fundamentals of archery. Participants will learn the basic rules, […]
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 […]
3 events,
Family Nature Walk
Family Nature Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]
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 […]
3 events,
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers Adventure program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
Birding By Boat: Cherokee Marsh South
Birding By Boat: Cherokee Marsh South
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin SoWBA and the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin for a slow paddle exploring the incredible diversity of Cherokee Marsh. […]
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Free Night: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration
Free Night: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemJoin MCM for a free celebration 4-8 pm featuring performances from Beni Daiko and lion dancers from the Zhong Yi Kung Fu Association […]
2 events,
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
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 […]
5 events,
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterCalling all High Schoolers! Come join Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) and explore Dane County Parks while contributing to conservation. […]
Troy Farm Plant Sale
Troy Farm Plant Sale
Organizer: RootedThe Troy Farm Plant Sale is the perfect place to stock up on plants for your home or community vegetable […]
Learn to Fish
Learn to Fish
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterIs your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn some basics about fish, […]
Learn to Geocache
Learn to Geocache
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterHave you ever wanted to be a modern day treasure hunter? Try geocaching! Geocaching involves using a GPS coordinates to […]
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 […]
2 events,
Learn to Bike
Learn to Bike
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
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 […]
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1 event,
The Stars of Summer 2024
The Stars of Summer 2024
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumThe Stars of Summer Join us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn […]
2 events,
Learn to Paddle
Learn to Paddle
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterJoin Dane County Park staff for a Learn to Paddle experience. Staff will instruct you on basic paddling techniques, water […]
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) Spring 2024
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterCalling all High Schoolers! Come join Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) and explore Dane County Parks while contributing to conservation. […]
3 events,
The Stars of Summer 2024
The Stars of Summer 2024
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumThe Stars of Summer Join us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn […]
CONSERVANCY DAYS: BIRDING BY EAR WITH TIM HANSEL
CONSERVANCY DAYS: BIRDING BY EAR WITH TIM HANSEL
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyJoin us for an immersive birding experience as we explore the world of birding by ear. In this presentation, you’ll […]
The Stars of Summer 2024
The Stars of Summer 2024
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumThe Stars of Summer Join us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn […]
2 events,
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
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 […]
2 events,
Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale
Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale
Organizer: Friends of the ArboretumIn the large tents on the lawn near the Visitor Center, shop for more than 200 species of native grasses, […]
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
3 events,
Family Friendly Restoration at Stewart Lake County Park
Family Friendly Restoration at Stewart Lake County Park
Organizer: Dane County ParksThe 3rd Sunday of the month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, the Friends of Stewart Park (FoSP) have an open workday […]
Family Nature Program: Flower Power
Family Nature Program: Flower Power
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]
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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1 event,
Learning Together Family Class: Birds!
Learning Together Family Class: Birds!
Organizer: UW ArboretumWe will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. […]
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Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Little Sprouts: Story & Stroll
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]