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4 events,
Barks in Parks: Sculpture Unveiling
Barks in Parks: Sculpture Unveiling
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin the Madison Parks Foundation at Quann Dog Park on April 30 as they unveil the new custom pet tribute […]
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 […]
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Gardening Class. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsWe will have a Guided Black Light Tour with one of our Cave Educators. Unique Experience to explore the Cave […]
1 event,
Crane’s of the World Opening Day
Crane’s of the World Opening Day
Organizer: International Crane FoundationThe International Crane Foundation’s crane gates are open for the 2023 visitor season from May 1 to Oct. 31! Visit […]
1 event,
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Cooking Class. Each week brings a new kitchen delight!
2 events,
Clean Lakes Community Breakfast
Clean Lakes Community Breakfast
Organizer: Dane County ParksEvent Description About the event Please join us for our Clean Lakes Community Breakfast on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023! We […]
School Ground Workshop
School Ground Workshop
Organizer: College of Natural Resources: UW-Stevens PointDevelop new strategies and skills to make your school grounds functional spaces for outdoor learning! We will explore how to […]
2 events,
From the Field Webinar – Gulf Coast Whooping Cranes
From the Field Webinar – Gulf Coast Whooping Cranes
Organizer: International Crane FoundationSave the date for Thursday, May 4, at 11 a.m. Central Time for Gulf Coast Whooping Cranes – A Conservation Story […]
Frog Walk at Cherokee Marsh
Frog Walk at Cherokee Marsh
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshWhen: Thu, May 4, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Where: Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North, 6098 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI […]
2 events,
Open Shack Friday
Open Shack Friday
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationMeander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsWe will have a Guided Black Light Tour with one of our Cave Educators. Unique Experience to explore the Cave […]
9 events,
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
11th Annual Donald Dash Trail Run
11th Annual Donald Dash Trail Run
Organizer: Dane County ParksEvent Description Join us for a Donald Dash at Donald Park on Saturday, May 6th, 2023. This is a 5 […]
Restoration Workday
Restoration Workday
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThe Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy will host Restoration Workdays on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays in April, May, September, […]
SpringFest Arts & Crafts Fair
SpringFest Arts & Crafts Fair
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin us for the 18th annual SpringFest Arts & Crafts Fair. Over 80 crafters from the Midwest will be selling […]
Dragonfly Monitoring Virtual Training
Dragonfly Monitoring Virtual Training
Organizer: UW ArboretumDate Saturday, May 6 Time 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Location Online Description The Arboretum relies on volunteers to help […]
4 events,
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 […]
Wildflower Hike
Wildflower Hike
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterLet's get outside and see the spring flowers before they're gone. Meet at 1201 Big Hill Court in the parking […]
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Gardening Class. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your […]
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. […]
0 events,
2 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 […]
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Cooking Class. Each week brings a new kitchen delight!
2 events,
Wisconsin School Forest Summit – Merrill
Wisconsin School Forest Summit – Merrill
Organizer: University of Wisconsin – stevens pointLEAF, Wisconsin's K-12 Forestry Education Program, will hold a 2-day School Forest Summit at the 748-acre Nels P. Evjue Merrill School Forest from Tuesday, July […]
Conservation Park Tour | Heritage Sanctuary
Conservation Park Tour | Heritage Sanctuary
Organizer: City of Madison ParksIt's our annual wildflower walk! Heritage Sanctuary is known for its robust display of “spring ephemeral” wildflowers. Join conservation staff, […]
2 events,
Nature Sketching and Writing Class at Schumacher Farm
Nature Sketching and Writing Class at Schumacher Farm
Organizer: Dane County ParksEvent Dates 05/11/2023 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Event Description We are thrilled to welcome Troy Hess from On the Yahara […]
Madison Night Market
Madison Night Market
Organizer: City of Madison ParksMadison Night Market is a celebration of Madison's unique and inspiring creative culture. Vendors showcase handmade products, local art, artisan […]
2 events,
Open Shack Friday
Open Shack Friday
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationMeander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]
WPCRC Family Fun Night
WPCRC Family Fun Night
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin Us: •5:30-8:00pm, monthly •$5 per family •Sign up online for email reminders of monthly themes •Like our Facebook page for additional event details •Kids age […]
7 events,
Acewood Conservation Volunteer Day
Acewood Conservation Volunteer Day
Organizer: City of Madison ParksMadison Parks is seeking volunteers in conservation to assist in removing invasive plants in Acewood Conservation Park. Participants will learn […]
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Horicon Marsh Bird Festival
Horicon Marsh Bird Festival
Organizer: International Crane FoundationStop by the Horicon Marsh Education and Visitor Center during the Horicon Marsh Bird Festival on May 13, from 9 […]
Land Steward Work Day
Land Steward Work Day
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterInterested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join us the second Saturday of the month, April […]
Guided Public Shack Tour
Guided Public Shack Tour
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationEnter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]
3 events,
Moms Visit for Free on Mother’s Day
Moms Visit for Free on Mother’s Day
Organizer: International Crane FoundationSave the date for Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 14, when moms get free admission to our site, Cranes of the […]
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 […]
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Gardening Class. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your […]
1 event,
Brew City Birding Festival
Brew City Birding Festival
Organizer: International Crane FoundationGet involved in the Brew City Birding Festival organized by the Urban Ecology Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a tour […]
1 event,
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Cooking Class. Each week brings a new kitchen delight!
1 event,
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumDate Wednesday, May 17 Time 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum Description Join the […]
0 events,
3 events,
Brew City Birding Festival
Brew City Birding Festival
Organizer: International Crane FoundationGet involved in the Brew City Birding Festival organized by the Urban Ecology Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a tour […]
Open Shack Friday
Open Shack Friday
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationMeander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]
Annual Spring Break-A-Way 3on3 Basketball Tournament Series
Annual Spring Break-A-Way 3on3 Basketball Tournament Series
Organizer: City of Madison ParksAfter March Madness, the real tournament begins with the Annual Spring Break-A-Way 3on3 Basketball Tournament Series. Northside teens compete in […]
8 events,
Restoration Workday
Restoration Workday
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThe Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy will host Restoration Workdays on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays in April, May, September, […]
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Great Strides Madison – Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Great Strides Madison – Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJOIN US on May 20, 2023 in our NEW Great Strides Madison location - Warner Park at the Rainbow Shelter! […]
World Migratory Bird Day Festival
World Migratory Bird Day Festival
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our staff at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in Port Washington, Wisconsin, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to learn […]
Guided Public Shack Tour
Guided Public Shack Tour
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationEnter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]
8 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 FoSP have an open workday in the Oak Trail […]
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensSaturday, May 20 & Sunday, May 21 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days Bonsai styling demonstrations at 11:00 a.m. […]
Exotic Pet Surrender
Exotic Pet Surrender
Organizer: Upham WoodsDo you have an exotic pet that you are no longer able to care for? If so, don’t release it […]
Nature Hike in the Wingra Oak Savanna
Nature Hike in the Wingra Oak Savanna
Organizer: UW ArboretumDate Sunday, May 21 Time 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Location Meet at Arbor Dr parking lot (off Monroe St), […]
1 event,
The Stars of Summer
The Stars of Summer
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumJoin us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn how to find some of […]
5 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 […]
Learning Together: Birds in the Gardens
Learning Together: Birds in the Gardens
Organizer: UW ArboretumWe will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. […]
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Cooking Class. Each week brings a new kitchen delight!
The Stars of Summer
The Stars of Summer
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumJoin us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn how to find some of […]
The Stars of Summer
The Stars of Summer
Organizer: MMSD PlanetariumJoin us as we explore the stars, asterisms and constellations of the summer sky. Learn how to find some of […]
0 events,
1 event,
Wisconsin School Forest Summit ’23
Organizer: LEAFPut on your hiking shoes, bring your forest management plan and favorite outdoor lessons, pick up your environmental education team, […]
2 events,
Wisconsin School Forest Summit ’23
Organizer: LEAFPut on your hiking shoes, bring your forest management plan and favorite outdoor lessons, pick up your environmental education team, […]
Open Shack Friday
Open Shack Friday
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationMeander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]
4 events,
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Ecological Restoration 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 and Nature Outing
Bird and Nature Outing
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park […]
Guided Public Shack Tour
Guided Public Shack Tour
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationEnter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]
Vegan Sausage Fest
Vegan Sausage Fest
Organizer: City of Madison ParksVegan Sausage Fest will showcase how you can have delicious, creative dishes that don’t take lives. That feature local products […]
2 events,
Garden Stroll
Garden Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumDate Sunday, May 28 Time 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Location Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum Description This gently […]
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Facebook Live Gardening Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Gardening Class. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your […]
1 event,
Memorial Day Guided Public Shack Tour
Memorial Day Guided Public Shack Tour
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationEnter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]
1 event,
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Facebook Live Cooking Class
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Facebook Live Cooking Class. Each week brings a new kitchen delight!
1 event,
Whooping Crane Wednesdays
Whooping Crane Wednesdays
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our Whooping Crane research team for a presentation at the Cranes of the World Whooping Crane exhibit from 10 to 11 […]