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Garden Stroll
Garden Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced stroll through the gardens is well-suited for a multi-generational outing. Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, […]
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7 events,
Lil’ Explorers – Story Time (English)
Lil’ Explorers – Story Time (English)
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterJoin us every Tuesday for a story and activity based on the wonders of our natural world! This event will […]
CamRock County Park Seed Collection
CamRock County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSummer Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/oHmXtJB Several species of summer blooming flowers have gone to seed and are ready […]
Ice Age Reddan Seed Collection
Ice Age Reddan Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSummer Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/oHmXtJB Several species of summer blooming flowers have gone to seed and are ready […]
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemUse your keen detective skills to search for and find insects hidden in the Urb Garden. Magnifying glasses and binoculars […]
Make A Memory Day – The Healing Power Of Nature
Make A Memory Day – The Healing Power Of Nature
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyTuesday, August 30th 2022 (1:00 – 3:30pm) Orchid Heights Park in Middleton, WI The Friends of Pheasant Branch will host […]
1 event,
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedThe weekly Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand features community vendors, hot food for sale, farm stand, games, health […]
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3 events,
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemUse your keen detective skills to search for and find insects hidden in the Urb Garden. Magnifying glasses and binoculars […]
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumJoin the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies, including identifying species and collecting data […]
7 events,
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumLocation Meet at Arbor Dr parking lot (off Monroe St), UW–Madison Arboretum Description Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about […]
Prairie Seed Collection
Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyJoin us for native seed collection at the Dane County Unit of Pheasant Branch Conservancy from 9 am to Noon […]
Exploration Station
Exploration Station
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemExplore art, science and nature in changing weekly activities. Program takes place on the Rooftop Ramble; in the event of […]
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemUse your keen detective skills to search for and find insects hidden in the Urb Garden. Magnifying glasses and binoculars […]
Monarch Tagging
Monarch Tagging
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThe Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy are participating in the Monarch Watch monarch butterfly tagging program to help generate data […]
2 events,
Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about Arboretum land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Bird & Nature Adventures
Bird & Nature Adventures
Organizer: Madison Conservation ParksEcotones-Habitat Edges ~ Join Alex Singer for an educational guided hike or take a walk at Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park, North […]
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Shifting Gears Bike Path Dance Fesitval
Shifting Gears Bike Path Dance Fesitval
Organizer: City of Madison ParksEnjoy dance and celebrate the last days of summer together at The Shifting Gears Bike Path Dance Festival, which creates […]
2 events,
Ice Age Mckee Seed Collection
Ice Age Mckee Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes
Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterTake a journey through climate change with a visit to the interactive exhibition, Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes. Bring your […]
6 events,
Ice Age Reddan Seed Collection
Ice Age Reddan Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
Anderson Dog Park Prairie Seed Collection
Anderson Dog Park Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the prairie! The colors are […]
Bumble Bee Surveys
Bumble Bee Surveys
Organizer: Dane County ParksNaturalist Clare Carlson leads bumble bee group surveys in Cap Springs Recreation Area prairies and native plant gardens. Volunteers take […]
September Archery Club
September Archery Club
Organizer: Upham WoodsPartnership Programs with City of Dells/Delton Parks & Recreation Department! These programs are open for people of all abilities in […]
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedThe weekly Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand features community vendors, hot food for sale, farm stand, games, health […]
2 events,
Paddle Cherokee Marsh with State Senator Melissa Agard
Paddle Cherokee Marsh with State Senator Melissa Agard
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin State Senator Melissa Agard and her staff for a paddle with the Friends of Cherokee Marsh on the upper […]
Luminary Night Walk
Luminary Night Walk
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterBring your friends and family for a ¾ mile candle-lit evening walk around the Lussier Family Heritage Center! Stroll through […]
2 events,
Swamplovers Preserve Prairie Seed Collection
Swamplovers Preserve Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
Dusk Hike & Campfire
Dusk Hike & Campfire
Organizer: MacKenzie CenterCome experience the MacKenzie Center at dusk when various wild animals become active. Educators will be on-hand to lead guided […]
10 events,
Birding for Families
Birding for Families
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshFamily friendly intro to birding walk at Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park-North, presented by the Madison Public Library Naturalist and the […]
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumArboretum Core Area and Curtis Prairie Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. […]
Land Steward Work Day
Land Steward Work Day
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterLand Stewards & Restorationists — We Need YOU! Interested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join […]
Beloit Heritage Days: Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes exhibit
Beloit Heritage Days: Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes exhibit
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCelebrate Beloit Heritage Days with Welty! Saturday, Sept. 9 and Sunday, Sept. 10 Center will be open 12-4pm. Park hours, […]
Welty Weekends
Welty Weekends
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCurious about the natural world? Looking for something to do on the weekend? Come out to the Welty Environmental Center. […]
5 events,
Beloit Heritage Days: Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes exhibit
Beloit Heritage Days: Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes exhibit
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCelebrate Beloit Heritage Days with Welty! Saturday, Sept. 9 and Sunday, Sept. 10 Center will be open 12-4pm. Park hours, […]
Welty Weekends
Welty Weekends
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCurious about the natural world? Looking for something to do on the weekend? Come out to the Welty Environmental Center. […]
Waning Summer
Waning Summer
Organizer: Friends of the ArboretumArboretum Family Nature Program This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to […]
Nature Hike in the Grady Tract
Nature Hike in the Grady Tract
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about Arboretum land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Turville Point
Bird & Nature Adventures | Turville Point
Organizer: City of Madison ParksEarly Fall Migrants ~ Follow rolling hiking paths through the Turville Point Conservation Park woodlands and prairie with beautiful vistas […]
3 events,
Summer Morning Nature Walks
Summer Morning Nature Walks
Organizer: Dane County ParksLed by Naturalist Clare Carlson, Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area Details: Trails are moderate with some hills. Walks are […]
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/xhUUinJ; Space is limited It's that time again! We had a successful seed collection and now it's […]
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/xhUUinJ; Space is limited It's that time again! We had a successful seed collection and now it's […]
0 events,
9 events,
Clean Lakes 101 – Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge
Clean Lakes 101 – Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Clean Lakes Alliance in-person or virtually for Clean Lakes 101 on Wednesday, September 14th from 8-9 a.m. to learn […]
Seed collecting – Yahara Heights
Seed collecting – Yahara Heights
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshYahara Heights County Park – Caton Ln entrance 5198 Caton Lane, Waunakee, WI 53597 https://goo.gl/maps/4NHbpaoJN1wFn5zx8 sign up Wear long pants, […]
MacKenzie Center Storytime with Animals
MacKenzie Center Storytime with Animals
Organizer: Friends of the MacKenzie Education CenterLearn about animal life through stories read aloud by MacKenzie Naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in our […]
Training on Accessibility in the Outdoors
Training on Accessibility in the Outdoors
Organizer: Upham WoodsJoin Upham Woods and local community members to learn about being disabled in the outdoors. This 2-hour event will be […]
September Archery Club
September Archery Club
Organizer: Upham WoodsPartnership Programs with City of Dells/Delton Parks & Recreation Department! These programs are open for people of all abilities in […]
2 events,
Living With Cranes and Other Wildlife
Living With Cranes and Other Wildlife
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our From the Field Webinar with Senior Manager – North America Programs Anne Lacy, who will present on living […]
Ecopoetry as Healing Art
Ecopoetry as Healing Art
Organizer: UW ArboretumExplore the benefits of nature poetry in our everyday lives. Guest instructor: Troy Hess, On the Yahara Writing Center. Outdoor […]
4 events,
Lil’ Explorers
Lil’ Explorers
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterOur Lil’ Explorers program is the perfect space to foster your preschooler’s sense of wonder. Join us at the Lussier […]
Badger Prairie County Park Prairie Seed Collection
Badger Prairie County Park Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
Holy Wisdom Monastery Prairie Seed Collection
Holy Wisdom Monastery Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the prairie! The colors are […]
Nocturnal Walk – Wildlife Area At Night
Nocturnal Walk – Wildlife Area At Night
Organizer: MacKenzie CenterHave you been to our Wildlife Area and wondered what it's like at night? Well, now is your chance to […]
8 events,
Prairie Seed Collection
Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyThe Friends will continue to monitor seed development and timing for possible volunteer seed collecting opportunities in the Dane County […]
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumArboretum Grady Tract Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with […]
Member Appreciation Day
Member Appreciation Day
Organizer: International Crane FoundationMembers Matter! Mark your calendar for our annual Member Appreciation Day on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9 a.m. to 5 […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Starkweather Creek Area
Bird & Nature Adventures | Starkweather Creek Area
Organizer: City of Madison ParksBike Rain Gardens with Jeff Winkelman ~ Outings in the Starkweather Creek area vary each month - be sure to […]
Silverwood Harvest Fest
Silverwood Harvest Fest
Organizer: Dane County ParksSilverwood Harvest Fest is an annual event. There will be music, vendors selling their wares, Silverwood Grower partners selling their […]
5 events,
Native by Design: Gardening for a Sustainable Future
Native by Design: Gardening for a Sustainable Future
Organizer: UW ArboretumArboretum Native Gardening Conference The Arboretum's annual native gardening conference teaches and promotes the use of native plants in home […]
Paddle in the Parks @ Falk Wells Sugar River Wildlife Area
Paddle in the Parks @ Falk Wells Sugar River Wildlife Area
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterJoin Dane County Parks staff in this relaxing 3.3 mile paddle on the Sugar River. Learn canoe paddle strokes, practice […]
Welty Weekends
Welty Weekends
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCurious about the natural world? Looking for something to do on the weekend? Come out to the Welty Environmental Center. […]
Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park
Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksIn Search of Insects with Alex Singer ~ Enjoy an informal family and kid-friendly nature walk around the scenic Warner […]
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2 events,
Festge County Park Prairie Seed Collection
Festge County Park Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
Swamplovers Preserve Prairie Seed Collection
Swamplovers Preserve Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
7 events,
Bumble Bee Surveys
Bumble Bee Surveys
Organizer: Dane County ParksNaturalist Clare Carlson leads bumble bee group surveys in Cap Springs Recreation Area prairies and native plant gardens. Volunteers take […]
Holy Wisdom Monastery Prairie Seed Collection
Holy Wisdom Monastery Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the prairie! The colors are […]
Ice Age Mckee Seed Collection
Ice Age Mckee Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
September Archery Club
September Archery Club
Organizer: Upham WoodsPartnership Programs with City of Dells/Delton Parks & Recreation Department! These programs are open for people of all abilities in […]
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedThe weekly Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand features community vendors, hot food for sale, farm stand, games, health […]
0 events,
2 events,
Donald County Park Prairie Seed Collection
Donald County Park Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the prairie! The colors are […]
Indian Lake Prairie Seed Collection
Indian Lake Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign Up Required: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
5 events,
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumArboretum Core Area and Curtis Prairie Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. […]
Bird & Nature Outing
Bird & Nature Outing
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterWalk Like a Crane Saturday, September 24th • 10 to 11:30 am Join the International Crane Foundation’s Stephanie Schmidt for […]
MSCR Outdoor Programs – Waste Not, Want Not
MSCR Outdoor Programs – Waste Not, Want Not
Organizer: MSCRWhat happens to our garbage over time? Join us for educational games, recycled art crafts, learning about detritivores (animal which […]
Welty Weekends
Welty Weekends
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCurious about the natural world? Looking for something to do on the weekend? Come out to the Welty Environmental Center. […]
Trails & Tasting – A Hiking Event
Trails & Tasting – A Hiking Event
Organizer: Bethel HorizonsPlease join us for the first ever Trails & Tasting at Bethel Horizons, Saturday, September 24, 2022 from 1pm - […]
3 events,
Run Wild 2022
Run Wild 2022
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooThis year we’re running to support giraffe conservation! Everyone who runs or walks will receive a Run Wild t-shirt and […]
Welty Weekends
Welty Weekends
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterCurious about the natural world? Looking for something to do on the weekend? Come out to the Welty Environmental Center. […]
Garden Stroll
Garden Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced stroll through the Arboretum gardens is well-suited for a multi-generational outing. Learn about the land, plants, animals, […]
4 events,
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/xhUUinJ; Space is limited It's that time again! We had a successful seed collection and now it's […]
Summer Morning Nature Walks
Summer Morning Nature Walks
Organizer: Dane County ParksLed by Naturalist Clare Carlson, Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area Details: Trails are moderate with some hills. Walks are […]
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Prairie Seed Cleaning Workdays
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://signup.com/go/xhUUinJ; Space is limited It's that time again! We had a successful seed collection and now it's […]
Leopold Community Garden Workday
Leopold Community Garden Workday
Organizer: RootedGardeners and garden enthusiasts will work together to care for community garden common areas, perennial beds, turn compost piles, and […]
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Walking Iron Wildlife Area Prairie Seed Collection
Walking Iron Wildlife Area Prairie Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksFall Prairie Seed Collection Sign Up Here: https://signup.com/go/fzgCMRA Fall is a beautiful time of year to be out in the […]
2 events,
September Archery Club
September Archery Club
Organizer: Upham WoodsPartnership Programs with City of Dells/Delton Parks & Recreation Department! These programs are open for people of all abilities in […]
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedThe weekly Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand features community vendors, hot food for sale, farm stand, games, health […]
3 events,
Seed collecting – Yahara Heights
Seed collecting – Yahara Heights
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshYahara Heights County Park – Caton Ln entrance 5198 Caton Lane, Waunakee, WI 53597 https://goo.gl/maps/4NHbpaoJN1wFn5zx8 Wear long pants, a long […]
Be a Field Biologist
Be a Field Biologist
Organizer: International Crane FoundationThe International Crane Foundation will be at the Middleton Public Library on September 29, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., for […]
Cranes Over Wisconsin
Cranes Over Wisconsin
Organizer: International Crane FoundationThe International Crane Foundation will be at the Middleton Public Library on September 29, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., to […]
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