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8 events,
Learn to Camp
Organizer: Dane County ParksCome spend the night learning to camp! We will start the evening with setting up our campsite and getting to […]
Run Wild 2024
Run Wild 2024
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooThis year we're running to support African wildlife rangers in the Ol Jogi Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya! Everyone who runs […]
Paddle in the Park – Waubesa Wetlands Tour
Paddle in the Park – Waubesa Wetlands Tour
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin us for a morning paddle and tour of the Waubesa Wetlands with the Friends of Waubesa Wetlands. This is […]
Hispanic Heritage Month Virtual Workshop Series
Hispanic Heritage Month Virtual Workshop Series
Organizer: RootedHispanic Heritage Month is beginning soon! Join Rooted for our Virtual Workshop Series featuring cooking demonstrations, interviews, food, gardens, art, […]
Nature Hike: Stormwater
Nature Hike: Stormwater
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn the impact of urbanization and stormwater on Arboretum wetlands, and the benefits of wetlands and ecological restoration for plants, […]
Birding Outing at WGL Lake Farm County Park with BIPOC Birding Club
Birding Outing at WGL Lake Farm County Park with BIPOC Birding Club
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Dexter Patterson from BIPOC Birding Club for a birding outing around Lake Farm County Park. Bring bionoculars if you […]
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Name that Adaptation and Wetland in a Bag Presentation
Name that Adaptation and Wetland in a Bag Presentation
Organizer: International Crane FoundationExplore crane adaptations and behaviors and learn how these adaptations help cranes survive in this popular, family-friendly presentation at the […]
1 event,
Hispanic Heritage Month Virtual Workshop Series
Hispanic Heritage Month Virtual Workshop Series
Organizer: RootedHispanic Heritage Month is beginning soon! Join Rooted for our Virtual Workshop Series featuring cooking demonstrations, interviews, food, gardens, art, […]
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2 events,
Brigham County Park Seed Collection
Brigham County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak savanna all across […]
McCarthy Youth & Conservation County Park Seed Collection
McCarthy Youth & Conservation County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak savanna all across […]
3 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 […]
Invasive Species Removal Workday
Invasive Species Removal Workday
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyHelp remove invasive species along the southeast corridor trail this fall. We’ll use loppers and hand saws to remove honeysuckle […]
Trails and Tasting
Trails and Tasting
Organizer: Bethel HorizonsGather your crew and spend a beautiful day of hiking, biking, music, and food at Bethel Horizons for Trails & […]
4 events,
Learn to Geocache
Learn to Geocache
Organizer: Dane County ParksHave you ever wanted to be a modern day treasure hunter? Try geocaching! Geocaching involves using a GPS coordinates to […]
Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLocation Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum Description Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for […]
Family Nature Walk
Family Nature Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumLocation Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum Description This walk is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary […]
Bird & Nature Adventure: Fall Colors
Bird & Nature Adventure: Fall Colors
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshCheck out the Fall colors in 90 minutes of easy-paced walking, led by naturalist guide John Newman. Bird & Nature […]
2 events,
Seed Cleaning
Seed Cleaning
Organizer: Dane County ParksIt's that time again! We have already collected a lot of seed and now it's time to start cleaning our […]
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Organizer: Dane County ParksNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers Adventure program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
3 events,
Walking Iron Wildlife Area Seed Collection
Walking Iron Wildlife Area Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSeed Collection at Walking Iron Sign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various […]
Restoration Workdays — Walking Iron County Park – 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month
Restoration Workdays — Walking Iron County Park – 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month
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 […]
Shinrin-Yoku: Forest Bathing at Olbrich
Shinrin-Yoku: Forest Bathing at Olbrich
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensIn Japanese Shinrin-Yoku loosely means, “forest bathing,” or immersing oneself in the atmosphere of nature. An introductory 30-minute talk provides […]
4 events,
Holy Wisdom Monastery – Joint Seed Collection
Holy Wisdom Monastery – Joint Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a joint workday with Holy Wisdom Monastery staff and volunteers. We […]
Swamplovers Preserve – Joint Seed Collection
Swamplovers Preserve – Joint Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSeed Collection at Swamplovers Preserve Sign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a joint workday with Ice Age […]
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Dragonfly Monitoring Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumJoin the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to monitor dragonflies. Help identify species and collect data […]
Conservation Park Tour
Conservation Park Tour
Organizer: City of Madison ParksConservation Park Tours are educational staff-guided walks held at various conservation parks on the 2nd Wednesday, May - October. Event […]
3 events,
Guided Whooping Crane Tours at Horicon Marsh
Guided Whooping Crane Tours at Horicon Marsh
Organizer: International Crane FoundationWe are teaming up with staff from the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge to co-lead Whooping Crane tours in 2024 on […]
Badger Prairie County Park Seed Collection
Badger Prairie County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak […]
Wilderness Academy: Tree Study
Wilderness Academy: Tree Study
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshWilderness Academy is a science and project-based educational program designed for students aged 7 and older. Each session combines educational […]
3 events,
Lower Mud Lake Tree and Brush Removal Days
Lower Mud Lake Tree and Brush Removal Days
Organizer: Dane County ParksWe will be working in two oak woods and other areas as needed, removing undesirable trees, honeysuckle, buckthorn, other invasive […]
Little Sprouts
Little Sprouts
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
Seed Saving Workshop
Seed Saving Workshop
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBringing together the time honored gardening traditions of seed saving with hands-on practice, this workshop offers a unique learning experience […]
7 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 […]
Birding by Ear Meet-up
Birding by Ear Meet-up
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshCelebrate World Migratory Bird Day with us! Train yourself to listen for the birds rather than looking for them! Birding […]
Prairie Seed Harvest – Land Steward Work Day
Prairie Seed Harvest – 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 […]
Little Sprouts
Little Sprouts
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
Remnant Prairie Restoration Workday at Stewart Lake
Remnant Prairie Restoration Workday at Stewart Lake
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin the Friends of Stewart Lake during their "goat squad" workdays as they continue restoration work on a beautiful remnant prairie […]
3 events,
Family Fall Hike
Family Fall Hike
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterEnjoy the fall colors with your family this year for a short hike at Indian Lake County Park. Dane County […]
Nature Hike
Nature Hike
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover sloping terrain. […]
Seed Collection
Seed Collection
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyVolunteering for these events is a great way to enjoy the Conservancy, continue our efforts to diversify and expand our […]
1 event,
Green Team Mini-Grant Info Session
Green Team Mini-Grant Info Session
Organizer: KEEP-Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education ProgramThis informal gathering is a collaboration space for Wisconsin K-12 students starting or leading Green Teams and other environmentally focused […]
2 events,
Ice Age Trail Junction Area Seed Collection
Ice Age Trail Junction Area Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak savanna all across […]
McCarthy Youth & Conservation County Park Seed Collection
McCarthy Youth & Conservation County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak […]
2 events,
Yahara Heights County Park Seed Collection
Yahara Heights County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak […]
Ice Age Junction South Seed Collection
Ice Age Junction South Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak savanna all across […]
5 events,
Mini Explorer Hike
Mini Explorer Hike
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterCome to a free hike with a Dane County Staff member. This program's goal is to get our youngest explorers […]
Indoor Herb Gardening (virtual)
Indoor Herb Gardening (virtual)
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBring the freshness indoors with Indoor Herb Gardening! Wondering how to easily access fresh herbs throughout the winter? If you’re […]
Green Team Mini-Grant Info Session
Green Team Mini-Grant Info Session
Organizer: KEEP-Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education ProgramThis informal gathering is a collaboration space for Wisconsin K-12 students starting or leading Green Teams and other environmentally focused […]
Free Night: Science on the Square
Free Night: Science on the Square
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEnjoy FREE admission 4-8 pm as part of Science on the Square, an event for all ages that kicks off […]
Horicon Marsh Bird Club: Gull ID
Horicon Marsh Bird Club: Gull ID
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshWe are fortunate to get one of the country’s leading authorities on gull identification for this meeting. A Closer Look […]
3 events,
Anderson County Dog Park Seed Collection
Anderson County Dog Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak savanna all across […]
Little Sprouts
Little Sprouts
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
4 events,
Invasive Species Removal Workday
Invasive Species Removal Workday
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyHelp remove invasive species along the southeast corridor trail this fall. We’ll use loppers and hand saws to remove honeysuckle […]
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 […]
Hayrides & Hikes at Cherokee Marsh
Hayrides & Hikes at Cherokee Marsh
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshTour Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park - North Unit aboard a tractor-pulled hay wagon, enjoy kids' nature activities, take a short […]
Bee in Beloit! Wisconsin Science Festival
Bee in Beloit! Wisconsin Science Festival
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterMark your calendars! Wisconsin Science Festival is October 14-20, 2022! Join Welty Environmental Center at Big Hill Park on Saturday, October […]
2 events,
Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park
Bird & Nature Adventures | Warner Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksReflections and Changes ~ Join Master Naturalist Lynn Persson for a free family friendly guided nature walk on easy paths […]
Family Nature Program: Falling into Fall
Family Nature Program: Falling into Fall
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]
1 event,
Seed Cleaning
Seed Cleaning
Organizer: Dane County ParksIt's that time again! We have already collected a lot of seed and now it's time to start cleaning our […]
2 events,
Walking Iron Wildlife Area Seed Collection
Walking Iron Wildlife Area Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSeed Collection at Walking Iron Sign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various […]
Restoration Workdays — Walking Iron County Park – 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month
Restoration Workdays — Walking Iron County Park – 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month
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 […]
2 events,
Holy Wisdom Monastery – Joint Seed Collection
Holy Wisdom Monastery – Joint Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a joint workday with Holy Wisdom Monastery staff and volunteers. We […]
Badger Prairie County Park Seed Collection
Badger Prairie County Park Seed Collection
Organizer: Dane County ParksSign-Up is Required: https://bttr.im/7h4o4 Join our Natural Areas staff for a morning collecting seeds in various habitats – prairie, woodland, oak […]
3 events,
Renewable Energy Education: KidWind Educator Workshop
Renewable Energy Education: KidWind Educator Workshop
Organizer: KEEP-Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education ProgramLearn how to explore the power of wind with your students! In this workshop you will review energy and electricity […]
School’s Out Day
School’s Out Day
Organizer: Dane County ParksSchool's out! Come spend the day outdoors at the Lussier Heritage Center. Youth will spend the day exploring outside through […]
Wisdom Prairie Fall Tour
Wisdom Prairie Fall Tour
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in autumn. Experienced […]
2 events,
School’s Out Day
School’s Out Day
Organizer: Dane County ParksSchool's out! Come spend the day outdoors at the Lussier Heritage Center. Youth will spend the day exploring outside through […]
Little Sprouts
Little Sprouts
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensLittle Sprouts programs are nature and literature-based early childhood programs designed to meet the multidimensional learning and developmental needs of […]
6 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 […]
Seed Collection
Seed Collection
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyThank you for your interest in helping with seed collection in Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Volunteering for these events is a great […]
Bird & Nature Adventures
Bird & Nature Adventures
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterJoin a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Edna Taylor
Bird & Nature Adventures | Edna Taylor
Organizer: City of Madison ParksFall Comings and Goings ~ Join Naturalist Doug Davis for a free family friendly Guided Walk or take a walk […]
Friends of Urban Nature (FUN) – Fall Colors Ramble with Jeff Nesta
Friends of Urban Nature (FUN) – Fall Colors Ramble with Jeff Nesta
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancyThis is a free, welcoming, diverse, educational, fun and family friendly program. FUN events occur on the 4th Saturdays of […]
1 event,
Boo at the Zoo!
Boo at the Zoo!
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooJoin us for FREE, family-friendly trick or treating throughout the Zoo! Enjoy face painting, free train and carousel rides, and […]
1 event,
Seed Cleaning
Seed Cleaning
Organizer: Dane County ParksSpace is Limited so Sign-up is Required: https://bttr.im/snx99 It's that time again! We have already collected a lot of seed […]
1 event,
Seed Cleaning
Seed Cleaning
Organizer: Dane County ParksIt's that time again! We have already collected a lot of seed and now it's time to start cleaning our […]
2 events,
Seed Cleaning
Seed Cleaning
Organizer: Dane County ParksIt's that time again! We have already collected a lot of seed and now it's time to start cleaning our […]
“Not So Scary” Halloween Luminary Hike
“Not So Scary” Halloween Luminary Hike
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,
Seed Cleaning
Seed Cleaning
Organizer: Dane County ParksIt's that time again! We have already collected a lot of seed and now it's time to start cleaning our […]
Little Naturalists: Pumpkin Science
Little Naturalists: Pumpkin Science
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshHelping your littles develop a love for nature. Come along as we uncover the natural world around us using literature, […]
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