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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 […]
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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 […]
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1 event,
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 […]
10 events,
Cops and Bobbers
Cops and Bobbers
Organizer: Dane County ParksThe Mount Horeb Recreation Department, Mount Horeb Police Department, and Optimist Club of Mount Horeb are joining forces to bring […]
Take Kids Fishing
Take Kids Fishing
Organizer: City of Madison ParksWe hand out free fishing poles to kids and their families and teach them how to fish! See event website […]
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. Check […]
Kids Fishing Day
Kids Fishing Day
Organizer: City of Madison ParksEvery year the Yahara Fishing Club sponsors this event, which is on the same weekend that an adult fishing license […]
Bike-A-Thon
Bike-A-Thon
Organizer: Bethel Horizons“In a world where people spend hours on screens and minutes outside, you can reverse that and help people spend […]
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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 […]
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Wildfire/Prescribed Fire Training
Wildfire/Prescribed Fire Training
Organizer: Dane County ParksThis all-day class, taught by Ralph Sheffer of the WIDNR, is for active volunteers who have been involved in prescribed […]
Whopping Crane Wednesdays
Whopping 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 […]
Learn-To Bike
Learn-To Bike
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
Learn-To Fish
Learn-To Fish
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]
3 events,
Lecture Series: Unearthing the Driftless
Lecture Series: Unearthing the Driftless
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the Driftless Area with its rich history, unique geologic features, and the people in this area. Proceeds of this […]
Paddle in the Parks
Paddle in the Parks
Organizer: Dane County ParksEnjoy an evening paddle on Dane County waterways. This event is free if you bring your own boat. We have […]
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 […]
3 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 […]
Drag Me To The Zoo!
Drag Me To The Zoo!
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooJoin Miss Lucy for Henry Vilas Zoo’s first ever Drag Story Time! Come enjoy face painting and games starting at […]
Madison Bike Week Celebration
Madison Bike Week Celebration
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin other local cyclists in celebrating the end to Bike Week. Free drinks, food carts, and fun for the whole […]
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. Check […]
SummerPalooza
SummerPalooza
Organizer: City of Madison ParksSummerPalooza includes free museum admission along with exciting activities and live entertainment just off the Capitol Square. See event website […]
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 […]
Community Workshop: Afro-Indigenous Outdoor Cooking
Community Workshop: Afro-Indigenous Outdoor Cooking
Organizer: RootedCome learn about Afro-Indigenous crops and how to cook with them from Chef Yusuf Bin-Rella of TradeRoots. Follow the signs […]
1 event,
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 […]
1 event,
Lil’ Explorers
Lil’ Explorers
Organizer: Dane County ParksNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
1 event,
Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime
Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff for a story based on the natural world! We will meet and read under […]
5 events,
Whopping Crane Wednesdays
Whopping 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 […]
Learn-To Bike
Learn-To Bike
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
Learn-To Fish
Learn-To Fish
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]
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 […]
Woodland, Savanna, and Prairie Gardens
Woodland, Savanna, and Prairie Gardens
Organizer: UW ArboretumCelebrate late spring by visiting our woodland, savanna, and prairie gardens. This tour, led by garden curator Susan Carpenter, provides […]
2 events,
Dinners in the Garden
Dinners in the Garden
Organizer: RootedEvery Thursday from June 15 to September 14, 4-7 p.m. Each week offers a unique flavor of grab-and-go, plant-based dinners. […]
Troy Farm Stand
Troy Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedHeld every Thursday from June 15 to October 12, from 4-7 p.m. Come get some fresh, certified organic veggies! We […]
5 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 […]
Summer Breeze
Summer Breeze
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensGrab a refreshing beverage and take a relaxing stroll in the Gardens with your sweetheart, create in community workshops, play […]
Community Garden Summit
Community Garden Summit
Organizer: City of Madison ParksWe foster community, equity, and food production by connecting people in Dane County with the space, education and resources to […]
WPCRC Family Fun Night (Juneteenth Celebration)
WPCRC Family Fun Night (Juneteenth Celebration)
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 […]
Adult Swim: Camp Camp
Adult Swim: Camp Camp
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemPack your bug spray & your feather boa for the most sensational Adult Swim mashup ever! Adult Swim at Madison […]
9 events,
Dane County Community Garden Summit
Dane County Community Garden Summit
Organizer: RootedAs part of a three-day event, sessions will be held at Troy Community Garden from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. […]
Loop the Lake
Loop the Lake
Organizer: Dane County ParksSupport clean, healthy lakes with Clean Lakes Alliance’s 11th Annual Loop the Lake Bike Ride. Loop the Lake is more […]
Volunteer Day at The Glen
Volunteer Day at The Glen
Organizer: City of Madison ParksThe Glen Golf Park is establishing an ongoing volunteer program that helps volunteers learn, grow personally and gain professional experience. […]
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. Check […]
Wild Edible and Poisonous Plants
Wild Edible and Poisonous Plants
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterThere are many reasons why people might have an interest in learning more about wild edible plants: an interest in […]
4 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 […]
Annual “Bring your Pop to Pop’s Knoll” Father’s Day Picnic
Annual “Bring your Pop to Pop’s Knoll” Father’s Day Picnic
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin us at the Pop's Knoll Picnic area for our annual 'Bring your Pop to Pop's Knoll' Father's Day Picnic. […]
Nature Hike in the Grady Tract
Nature Hike in the Grady Tract
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]
Insects Around Us
Insects Around Us
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]
1 event,
Chicken Wrangler Workshop
Chicken Wrangler Workshop
Organizer: Dane County ParksLearn how to care for chickens and hear the history of chickens on the farm. Children are welcome. Enjoy the […]
2 events,
Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime (Spanish)
Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime (Spanish)
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff for a story based on the natural world! We will meet and read under […]
Bock Forest Invasive Species Removal
Bock Forest Invasive Species Removal
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyJoin the Friends along with Adaptive Restoration staff and Bock Community Gardeners as we remove invasive species at Bock Forest.
6 events,
Whopping Crane Wednesdays
Whopping 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 […]
Learn-To Bike
Learn-To Bike
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
Learn-To Fish
Learn-To Fish
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]
Senior – Bird & Nature Adventures
Senior – Bird & Nature Adventures
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterSenior Adventures at Edna Taylor Conservation Park Starting at Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Children’s Shack 3rd Wednesday of the Month […]
Summer Solstice Women’s Wellness Workshop
Summer Solstice Women’s Wellness Workshop
Organizer: Dane County ParksThe summer season is a time to invite fire into our lives and an opportunity to burn away all that […]
5 events,
Dinners in the Garden
Dinners in the Garden
Organizer: RootedEvery Thursday from June 15 to September 14, 4-7 p.m. Each week offers a unique flavor of grab-and-go, plant-based dinners. […]
Troy Farm Stand
Troy Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedHeld every Thursday from June 15 to October 12, from 4-7 p.m. Come get some fresh, certified organic veggies! We […]
Lecture Series: Unearthing the Driftless
Lecture Series: Unearthing the Driftless
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsDiscover the Driftless Area with its rich history, unique geologic features, and the people in this area. Proceeds of this […]
Wisconsin Bumble Bees 101
Wisconsin Bumble Bees 101
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin us for Pollinator Week and learn more about Wisconsin Bumblebees from Clare Carlson, Naturalist for the Friends of Capital […]
Night Hike & Fire
Night Hike & Fire
Organizer: Dane County ParksEnjoy an evening of night hiking and exploration in this fun program! Saunter around our Dane County Parks to search […]
1 event,
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 […]
11 events,
A Celebration of Trails
A Celebration of Trails
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyOur two June trail-centric events, Prairie Chase Run/Walk & Trails Day, are teaming up on June 24th for an all-day […]
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. Check […]
Cave After Dark: Summer Soiree
Cave After Dark: Summer Soiree
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsJoin us for a summer party in the Prairie Garden and Underground! Discover fun inside the cave at your own […]
Community Tour and Workday
Community Tour and Workday
Organizer: RootedStart at 9:30 a.m. with a tour of the land at 502 Troy Drive and learn about all of the […]
Community Workday: Farm Production Area
Community Workday: Farm Production Area
Organizer: RootedCommunity Workday for TradeRoots, Youth Empowerment Initiatives, FarmHerGreens, and Occupy Madison. There are many amazing organizations and growers in the […]
1 event,
Garden Stroll
Garden Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced stroll through the gardens around the Visitor Center is well-suited for a multi-generational outing. Learn about the […]
1 event,
Lil’ Explorers
Lil’ Explorers
Organizer: Dane County ParksNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
4 events,
WAAE Professional Development Conference – Oshkosh
WAAE Professional Development Conference – Oshkosh
The 2023 WAAE Professional Development Conference will be held June 25-29, 2023. On June 27, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., be sure […]
Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime
Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff for a story based on the natural world! We will meet and read under […]
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 […]
Welty Weeknight Paddle
Welty Weeknight Paddle
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterJoin Welty for a summer of weeknight kayaking/canoeing/paddle boarding on the Rock River. Meet us at the Buccaneer Boathouse, twice […]
4 events,
Bumble Bee Surveys
Bumble Bee Surveys
Organizer: Dane County ParksWHAT WE DO: Naturalist Clare leads 2-hour bumble bee group surveys in restored prairie habitat. Volunteers take photos and tally […]
Whopping Crane Wednesdays
Whopping 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 […]
Learn-To Bike
Learn-To Bike
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
Learn-To Fish
Learn-To Fish
Organizer: Dane County ParksIs your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]
3 events,
Troy Farm Stand
Troy Farm Stand
Organizer: RootedHeld every Thursday from June 15 to October 12, from 4-7 p.m. Come get some fresh, certified organic veggies! We […]
Dinners in the Garden
Dinners in the Garden
Organizer: RootedEvery Thursday from June 15 to September 14, 4-7 p.m. Each week offers a unique flavor of grab-and-go, plant-based dinners. […]
Paddle in the Parks
Paddle in the Parks
Organizer: Dane County ParksEnjoy an evening paddle on Dane County waterways. This event is free if you bring your own boat. We have […]
3 events,
Summer Volunteer Restoration Workdays
Summer Volunteer Restoration Workdays
Sign-Up is Required here Join us for Tuesday and Friday workdays throughout the summer! Our staff will be rotating through the park system […]
Prairie Stewardship Fridays
Prairie Stewardship Fridays
Organizer: Dane County ParksWhere: Native plant gardens & prairie restorations at the Lussier Family Heritage Center. Dates: Friday mornings, 9-noon. Come when you can, for […]
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 […]
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