Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Check […]

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Seed Collection in the Prairie

August 5, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Seed Collection in the Prairie

Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy

Join us on select weekends, June through October, collecting native seed at Pheasant Branch Conservancy to be used to expand […]

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Public Shack Tour

August 5, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Public Shack Tour

Organizer: The Aldo Leopold Foundation

Enter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]

$10.00 – $15.00

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 5, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

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8 events, 6

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

August Family Fun Day

August 6, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

August Family Fun Day

Organizer: Henry Vilas Zoo

Henry Vilas Zoo Family Fun Days are held the first Sunday of each month from May through August. Guests will […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 6, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Hike

August 6, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Hike

Organizer: UW Arboretum

Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Family Nature Walk

August 6, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Family Nature Walk

Organizer: UW Arboretum

This walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Facebook Live Gardening Class

August 6, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Facebook Live Gardening Class

Join us for our weekly Facebook Live Gardening Class. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]

+ 3 More

5 events, 7

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Junior Naturalist Summer Camp – new session starts

August 7, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Junior Naturalist Summer Camp – new session starts

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Looking for a fun-filled, adventurous summer outside? Join the Lussier Family Heritage Center’s Junior Naturalist Summer Camp in the heart of the […]

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fall Pollinator Plant Sale

August 7, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fall Pollinator Plant Sale

Organizer: Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Pick up some fall-blooming beauties to make your garden a pollinator paradise! One of the most beneficial ways to support […]

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lil’ Explorers

August 7, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lil’ Explorers

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Nurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]

$5.00

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 7, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

August 7, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

Building Strong Neighborhoods Held in parks across Madison, Parks Alive events are a chance to visit your local park, listen […]

7 events, 8

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime (Spanish)

August 8, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime (Spanish)

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Join Lussier Family Heritage Center staff for a story based on the natural world! We will meet and read under […]

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park

August 8, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Join our Natural Areas Staff at Walking Iron County Park on every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 9am-12pm throughout […]

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Learning Together: Tremendous Trees

August 8, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Learning Together: Tremendous Trees

Organizer: UW Arboretum

We will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. […]

$20

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 8, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

August 8, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

Building Strong Neighborhoods Held in parks across Madison, Parks Alive events are a chance to visit your local park, listen […]

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10 events, 9

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Clean Lakes 101: Investigating Glacial Lake Yahara

August 9, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Clean Lakes 101: Investigating Glacial Lake Yahara

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Join Clean Lakes Alliance for this in-person or virtual hybrid edition of Clean Lakes 101 to learn about the existence […]

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn-To Bike

August 9, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn-To Bike

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Is your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 9, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn-To Fish

August 9, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn-To Fish

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Is your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Dragonfly Monitoring Walk

August 9, 2023 @ 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Dragonfly Monitoring Walk

Join the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies, including identifying species and collecting data […]

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12 events, 10

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Guided Whooping Crane Tours at Horicon Marsh

August 10, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Guided Whooping Crane Tours at Horicon Marsh

Organizer: International Crane Foundation

We are teaming up with staff from the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge to co-lead Whooping Crane tours through the summer […]

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Bumble Bee Surveys

August 10, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Bumble Bee Surveys

Organizer: Dane County Parks

WHAT WE DO: Naturalist Clare leads 2-hour bumble bee group surveys in restored prairie habitat. Volunteers take photos and tally […]

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Tales with Teresa

August 10, 2023 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Tales with Teresa

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 10, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

August 10, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Be very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]

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7 events, 11

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prairie Stewardship Fridays

August 11, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prairie Stewardship Fridays

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Where: Native plant gardens & prairie restorations at the Lussier Family Heritage Center. Dates: Friday mornings, 9-noon. Come when you can, for […]

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

MacKenzie Center Storytime with Animals

August 11, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

MacKenzie Center Storytime with Animals

Organizer: Friends of the MacKenzie Education Center

Children of all ages can come listen to a story read by MacKenzie Center naturalists, nestled nicely in the wildlife […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 11, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open Shack Friday

August 11, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open Shack Friday

Organizer: The Aldo Leopold Foundation

Meander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

August 11, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Be very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]

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10 events, 12

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Clean Sweep Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event

August 12, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Clean Sweep Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event

Organizer: Dane County Parks

The Village of Waunakee is partnering with Dane County and the Madison Area Municipal Stormwater Partnership (MAMSWaP) to host a […]

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Acewood Conservation Volunteer Workday

August 12, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Acewood Conservation Volunteer Workday

Organizer: Madison Conservation Parks

Madison Parks is seeking volunteers in conservation to assist in removing invasive plants in Acewood Conservation Park. Participants will learn […]

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cranes of the World Celebration

August 12, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cranes of the World Celebration

Organizer: International Crane Foundation

Fun for the entire family! Learn about all 15 crane species from around the world. Enjoy stories and songs with […]

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Land Steward Work Day

August 12, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Land Steward Work Day

Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature Center

Interested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join us the second Saturday of the month, April […]

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Public Shack Tour

August 12, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Public Shack Tour

Organizer: The Aldo Leopold Foundation

Enter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]

$10.00 – $15.00

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6 events, 13

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

ASL Day Camp

August 13, 2023 @ 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

ASL Day Camp

Organizer: Upham Woods

Richland County 4-H, Vernon County 4-H, and Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center are excited to announce that we will be […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 13, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Hike

August 13, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Nature Hike

Organizer: UW Arboretum

Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping […]

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Facebook Live Gardening Class

August 13, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Facebook Live Gardening Class

Join us for our weekly Facebook Live Gardening Class. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Guided Garden Stroll

August 13, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Guided Garden Stroll

Organizer: Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Get an insider's view of Olbrich's outdoor gardens during a free guided garden stroll. All ages are welcome for this […]

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4 events, 14

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Junior Naturalist Summer Camp – new session starts

August 14, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Junior Naturalist Summer Camp – new session starts

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Looking for a fun-filled, adventurous summer outside? Join the Lussier Family Heritage Center’s Junior Naturalist Summer Camp in the heart of the […]

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lil’ Explorers

August 14, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lil’ Explorers

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Nurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]

$5.00

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 14, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

August 14, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

Building Strong Neighborhoods Held in parks across Madison, Parks Alive events are a chance to visit your local park, listen […]

8 events, 15

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Natural Areas Work Days at Schumacher Farm Park

August 15, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Natural Areas Work Days at Schumacher Farm Park

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Join the Friends of Schumacher Farm Park for important restoration work on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 9am-12pm […]

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime

August 15, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime

Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage Center

Join Lussier Family Heritage Center staff for a story based on the natural world! We will meet and read under […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 15, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

MCM Birthday and Coop-Warming Party

August 15, 2023 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

MCM Birthday and Coop-Warming Party

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Join us on the Rooftop Ramble, where we are celebrating 13 years in our forever home and the opening of […]

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

August 15, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

Building Strong Neighborhoods Held in parks across Madison, Parks Alive events are a chance to visit your local park, listen […]

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5 events, 16

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn-To Bike

August 16, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn-To Bike

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Is your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 16, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn-To Fish

August 16, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn-To Fish

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Is your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Senior – Bird & Nature Adventures

August 16, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Senior – Bird & Nature Adventures

Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature Center

Senior Adventures at Edna Taylor Conservation Park Starting at Aldo Leopold Nature Center, Children’s Shack 3rd Wednesday of the Month […]

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

August 16, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parks Alive

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

Building Strong Neighborhoods Held in parks across Madison, Parks Alive events are a chance to visit your local park, listen […]

8 events, 17

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Tales with Teresa

August 17, 2023 @ 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Tales with Teresa

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Join us for story time and hear Teresa read some of her favorite books using her DynaVox. With this speech-generating […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 17, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

August 17, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Be very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Troy Farm Stand

August 17, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Troy Farm Stand

Organizer: Rooted

Held every Thursday from June 15 to October 12, from 4-7 p.m. Come get some fresh, certified organic veggies! We […]

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Dinners in the Garden

August 17, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Dinners in the Garden

Organizer: Rooted

Every Thursday from June 15 to September 14, 4-7 p.m. Each week offers a unique flavor of grab-and-go, plant-based dinners. […]

+ 3 More

5 events, 18

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prairie Stewardship Fridays

August 18, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prairie Stewardship Fridays

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Where: Native plant gardens & prairie restorations at the Lussier Family Heritage Center. Dates: Friday mornings, 9-noon. Come when you can, for […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 18, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open Shack Friday

August 18, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open Shack Friday

Organizer: The Aldo Leopold Foundation

Meander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

August 18, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Be very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Member Party: Capes & Crowns

August 18, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Member Party: Capes & Crowns

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Members take over the museum for a celebration of some of our favorite dress-up characters: superheroes and royalty. This event […]

8 events, 19

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Volunteer Day at The Glen

August 19, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Volunteer Day at The Glen

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

The Glen Golf Park is establishing an ongoing volunteer program that helps volunteers learn, grow personally and gain professional experience. […]

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ecological Restoration Work Party

August 19, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ecological Restoration Work Party

Organizer: UW Arboretum

Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Check […]

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Bird & Nature Adventures

August 19, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Bird & Nature Adventures

Organizer: City of Madison Parks

Discover nature by foot, paddle or pedal or pontoon in a Bird & Nature Adventure! Bird & Nature Adventures are […]

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Public Shack Tour

August 19, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Guided Public Shack Tour

Organizer: The Aldo Leopold Foundation

Enter the world-famous Shack, hear illuminating stories about the pioneering restoration work initiated by Aldo and the Leopold family, and […]

$10.00 – $15.00

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Historic Farmhouse Tours

August 19, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Historic Farmhouse Tours

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Drop in to learn more about the history of the house and the Schumacher family on June 17th, July 15th, […]

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10 events, 20

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Family Friendly Restoration at Stewart Lake County Park

August 20, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Family Friendly Restoration at Stewart Lake County Park

Organizer: Dane County Parks

The 3rd Sunday of the month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, the FoSP have an open workday in the Oak Trail […]

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Learn to Bird

August 20, 2023 @ 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Learn to Bird

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Are your friends, family, or you interested in the basics of birding? Staff will lead the group through how to properly […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 20, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Annual Members Picnic and Meeting

August 20, 2023 @ 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Annual Members Picnic and Meeting

Organizer: Friends of MacKenzie Center

Members of Friends of MacKenzie gather to celebrate accomplishments and enjoy one another’s company. Location will either be the shelter […]

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Seed Collection in the Prairie

August 20, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Seed Collection in the Prairie

Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy

Join us on select weekends, June through October, collecting native seed at Pheasant Branch Conservancy to be used to expand […]

+ 5 More

4 events, 21

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lil’ Explorers

August 21, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lil’ Explorers

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Nurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]

$5.00

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 21, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Chicken Wrangler Workshop

August 21, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Chicken Wrangler Workshop

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Learn how to care for chickens and hear the history of chickens on the farm. Children are welcome. Enjoy the […]

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Chicken Wrangler Workshop

August 21, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Chicken Wrangler Workshop

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Learn how to care for chickens and hear the history of chickens on the farm. Children are welcome. Enjoy the […]

6 events, 22

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers at Anderson County Farm Park

August 22, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers at Anderson County Farm Park

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Lil' Explorers are on the go! We are visiting Anderson County Farm Park August 22nd and 29th! August 22nd - Lil' […]

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime (Spanish)

August 22, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Lil’ Explorers – StoryTime (Spanish)

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Join Lussier Family Heritage Center staff for a story based on the natural world! We will meet and read under […]

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park

August 22, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Restoration Workdays – Walking Iron County Park

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Join our Natural Areas Staff at Walking Iron County Park on every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 9am-12pm throughout […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 22, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Facebook Live Cooking Class

August 22, 2023 @ 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Facebook Live Cooking Class

Organizer: Rooted

Join us for our weekly Facebook Live Cooking Class. Each week brings a new kitchen delight!

+ 1 More

4 events, 23

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

MacKenzie Center Underwater Worlds

August 23, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

MacKenzie Center Underwater Worlds

Organizer: Friends of the MacKenzie Education Center

Macroinvertebrates are out and about! Let’s catch a glimpse of these aquatic friends bright and early as we search the […]

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Bumble Bee Surveys

August 23, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Bumble Bee Surveys

Organizer: Dane County Parks

WHAT WE DO: Naturalist Clare leads 2-hour bumble bee group surveys in restored prairie habitat. Volunteers take photos and tally […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 23, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn-To Fish

August 23, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn-To Fish

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Is your child interested in learning how to fish? This is the program for them! Learn how to cast and […]

7 events, 24

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 24, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

August 24, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Be very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Troy Farm Stand

August 24, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Troy Farm Stand

Organizer: Rooted

Held every Thursday from June 15 to October 12, from 4-7 p.m. Come get some fresh, certified organic veggies! We […]

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Dinners in the Garden

August 24, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Dinners in the Garden

Organizer: Rooted

Every Thursday from June 15 to September 14, 4-7 p.m. Each week offers a unique flavor of grab-and-go, plant-based dinners. […]

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm

August 24, 2023 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Twilight Thursday: Open Until 8 pm

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

The whole museum is open until 8 pm on Thursdays. Twilight Thursday evening hours are included free, with general museum […]

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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prairie Stewardship Fridays

August 25, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Prairie Stewardship Fridays

Organizer: Dane County Parks

Where: Native plant gardens & prairie restorations at the Lussier Family Heritage Center. Dates: Friday mornings, 9-noon. Come when you can, for […]

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

August 25, 2023 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Games in the Wonderground

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Spend sunny summer mornings in the Wonderground and learn to play games from around the world. This program is free […]

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open Shack Friday

August 25, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Open Shack Friday

Organizer: The Aldo Leopold Foundation

Meander the Shack and Farm trails with a self-guided tour experience with a twist. One of our incredible docents or […]

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

August 25, 2023 @ 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Insect Scavenger Hunt

Organizer: Madison Children’s Musuem

Be very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]

4:30 PM

Guided Black Light Tours

August 25, 2023 @ 4:30 PM

Guided Black Light Tours

Organizer: Cave of the Mounds

August 6th, 11th, 20th, 25th, 2023, at 4:30 PM September 10th, 15th, 23rd, 24th, & 29th at 4:30 PM October […]

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11 events, 26

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ecological Restoration Work Party

August 26, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Ecological Restoration Work Party

Organizer: UW Arboretum

Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Check […]

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM