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Nature Everywhere Day!
Organizer: Nature EverywhereCelebrate the second annual Nature Everywhere Day across the Madison region by getting outside and soaking up all this city has […]
Madison Bike Week
Bike Week celebrates riding to work, to the grocery store, to a park, to the library—or biking just to feel […]
Nature Everywhere Makes Sense! Garden Challenge
Nature Everywhere Makes Sense! Garden Challenge
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensCelebrate Nature Everywhere Day at Olbrich Botanical Gardens by exploring nature through all eight of your sensory systems. These important […]
Explore More with Trailside Backpacks
Explore More with Trailside Backpacks
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterCelebrate Nature Everywhere Day with a hands-on outdoor adventure for the whole family! Discover the beauty of our oak savanna, […]
Gratitude in Nature: Goats and Yoga
Gratitude in Nature: Goats and Yoga
Organizer: City of Madison ParksWe’ve partnered with the Friends of Olin Turville (FOOT) for a unique experience blending yoga, goat education, and volunteerism! Stretch, […]
Learn to Bike
Learn to Bike
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
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. […]
2 events,
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
The Chinese exercise and movement arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung are both ancient and contemporary, practiced throughout the […]
5 events,
Summer Pollinator Plant Sale
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensONLINE ONLY! Wisconsin is home to over 400 species of wild bees, and more than 120 species of butterflies. As […]
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterJoin Kat Casey for an all-levels yoga class set in the peaceful surroundings of the Aldo Leopold Nature Center. This […]
Yahara Heights Invasive Weeds Workday
Yahara Heights Invasive Weeds Workday
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshDane County Parks staff and volunteers work together to restore land by removing invasive weeds from desirable habitat.
Learning Together Family Class: Incredible Insects
Learning Together Family Class: Incredible Insects
Organizer: UW ArboretumWe will share stories, go on a discovery walk, and create nature crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and […]
4 events,
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our Whooping Crane research and outreach team for our Whooper Wednesday Talks from 10 to 11 a.m. at the […]
Free Thursday Evenings
Free Thursday Evenings
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEnjoy extended hours each Thursday, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during […]
3 events,
Capital City State Trail Commuter Station and Anniversary Celebration
Capital City State Trail Commuter Station and Anniversary Celebration
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterCelebrate Bike Week, 25 years of the Capital City State Trail and 125 years of the Wisconsin State Park System! […]
Free Thursday Evenings
Free Thursday Evenings
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEnjoy extended hours each Thursday, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during […]
4 events,
Lil’ Explorer Playful Acorns Pop Up Play Cafe
Lil’ Explorer Playful Acorns Pop Up Play Cafe
Organizer: Playful AcornsJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff and Playful Acorns for a coffee, tea, or snack with old and new friends […]
Badger Rock CommUNITY Dinner
Badger Rock CommUNITY Dinner
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our free monthly dinner. Warm up with a great meal while learning about he amazing things going […]
Live at The Glen | Pecatonica String Quartet
Live at The Glen | Pecatonica String Quartet
Organizer: City of Madison ParksMadison Parks Foundation is proud to present Live at The Glen! Enjoy live music on the patio at The Glen […]
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 […]
Bethel Horizons Bike-A-Thon
Bethel Horizons Bike-A-Thon
Organizer: Bethel HorizonsEverybody deserves transformative experiences in nature. Help us continue to give people those experiences by participating in the 40th Bethel […]
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C)
Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C)
Calling all High Schoolers! Come join Youth Volunteers for Conservation (YV4C) and explore Dane County Parks while contributing to conservation. […]
Bird & Nature Adventures | Tenney Park
Bird & Nature Adventures | Tenney Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksGood Native Plants. Join Naturalist Robin Kling for a free welcoming family-friendly guided walk to look for and learn about […]
Bethel Horizons Community Picnic
Bethel Horizons Community Picnic
Organizer: Bethel HorizonsIt’s that time of year when we drive through the rolling hills on our way to Bethel Horizons to gather […]
2 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 […]
2 events,
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Organizer: Wisconsin Out of School Alliance (WOSTA)Summer 2025 Intensive Session This course explores our individual understanding of behavior guidance and how our experiences and philosophy influence […]
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
The Chinese exercise and movement arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung are both ancient and contemporary, practiced throughout the […]
3 events,
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterJoin Kat Casey for an all-levels yoga class set in the peaceful surroundings of the Aldo Leopold Nature Center. This […]
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Organizer: Wisconsin Out of School Alliance (WOSTA)Summer 2025 Intensive Session This course explores our individual understanding of behavior guidance and how our experiences and philosophy influence […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
6 events,
Weed Warriors
Weed Warriors
Organizer: Friends of Pheasant Branch ConservancySummer is just around the corner, and with it comes the opportunity to see our beautiful prairie come alive! But […]
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our Whooping Crane research and outreach team for our Whooper Wednesday Talks from 10 to 11 a.m. at the […]
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Organizer: Wisconsin Out of School Alliance (WOSTA)Summer 2025 Intensive Session This course explores our individual understanding of behavior guidance and how our experiences and philosophy influence […]
Dragonfly Walk
Dragonfly Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumJoin the Arboretum and the Wisconsin Dragonfly Society for guided walks to learn more about dragonflies and damselflies. Participants can […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
5 events,
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Organizer: Wisconsin Out of School Alliance (WOSTA)Summer 2025 Intensive Session This course explores our individual understanding of behavior guidance and how our experiences and philosophy influence […]
Free Thursday Evenings
Free Thursday Evenings
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEnjoy extended hours each Thursday, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
4 events,
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Guiding Children’s Behavior in OST Programs
Organizer: Wisconsin Out of School Alliance (WOSTA)Summer 2025 Intensive Session This course explores our individual understanding of behavior guidance and how our experiences and philosophy influence […]
Warner Family Fun Night | Juneteenth Celebration
Warner Family Fun Night | Juneteenth Celebration
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin us at WPCRC for Warner Family Fun Night! Families can create art projects, play in the game room or the […]
Bombacious Bumblebees
Bombacious Bumblebees
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshDid you know Wisconsin is home to 20 species of Bumblebee alone! Join Master Gardener, Jennifer Lazewski as we learn […]
5 events,
Saturday Strolls
Saturday Strolls
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshTake a stroll out on the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area with a DNR Educator. We will meet at the […]
Nature-based Early Childhood Education
Nature-based Early Childhood Education
Organizer: Wisconsin Association for Environmental EducationLearning in and with nature can help young children to be healthier, happier, and smarter, according to a growing body […]
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 […]
Free Day: SummerPalooza
Free Day: SummerPalooza
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemIt’s an all-day bonanza of free summer fun at MCM! Celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning […]
4 events,
Birding Hike at Mieske Ponds
Birding Hike at Mieske Ponds
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshJoin members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club for a walk around the Mieske Ponds at Horicon Marsh State Wildlife […]
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Crane Discovery Center
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Crane Discovery Center
Organizer: International Crane FoundationDads get in free to the Crane Discovery Center at our headquarters on Sunday, June 15 in celebration of Father’s […]
Family Nature Program: Who’s Buzzing in My Ear?
Family Nature Program: Who’s Buzzing in My Ear?
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]
Celebrating Fathers
Celebrating Fathers
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsCelebrate Father’s Day with an underground adventure! Bring Dad to Cave of the Mounds for a day he won’t forget: […]
2 events,
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
The Chinese exercise and movement arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung are both ancient and contemporary, practiced throughout the […]
3 events,
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterJoin Kat Casey for an all-levels yoga class set in the peaceful surroundings of the Aldo Leopold Nature Center. This […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
Get in Touch with Nature: Sun Painting
Get in Touch with Nature: Sun Painting
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshHere comes the sun… doo, doo, doo, doo… Love those Beetles! Celebrate the solstice with this gorgeous painting. What makes […]
4 events,
Nourishing Minds, Sustaining Futures Summit: Food, Nature, and Wellness for a Resilient World
Nourishing Minds, Sustaining Futures Summit: Food, Nature, and Wellness for a Resilient World
Now in its third year, the Summit (formerly the Madison Area Green and Healthy Schools Summit: Embracing Nature Connection and […]
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our Whooping Crane research and outreach team for our Whooper Wednesday Talks from 10 to 11 a.m. at the […]
Enrichment Day
Enrichment Day
Organizer: Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesCome learn about animal behaviors and our very own enrichment program from the wildlife technicians at the MacKenzie Center! This […]
Learn to Standup Paddleboard Yoga
Learn to Standup Paddleboard Yoga
Organizer: City of Madison ParksTry something new -- standup paddleboard yoga! We've partnered with Madison Boats at the Goodman Pool! Their team will provide […]
1 event,
Free Thursday Evenings
Free Thursday Evenings
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEnjoy extended hours each Thursday, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during […]
4 events,
Land and Lake Make and Take
Land and Lake Make and Take
Organizer: Wisconsin Association for Environmental EducationLooking for inspiration and ideas for outdoor learning? Join us for a Land and Lake Make and Take event! Who: […]
Learn to Bike
Learn to Bike
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterIs your child looking to learn how to ride a bike this summer? Join our staff to learn how to […]
Adult Swim: Camp Camp
Adult Swim: Camp Camp
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemAdult Swim at Madison Children’s Museum honors the public pool tradition of kicking out the kids out so adults can […]
Summer Solstice Night Walk
Summer Solstice Night Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumLet your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-led walk. […]
5 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 […]
Get in Touch with Nature: Sun Painting
Get in Touch with Nature: Sun Painting
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshHere comes the sun… doo, doo, doo, doo… Love those Beetles! Celebrate the solstice with this gorgeous painting. What makes […]
Scales and Slime Drop In
Scales and Slime Drop In
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshReptiles and amphibians. How are they the same and how are they different? In this nature drop in we will […]
An Evening with the Cranes
An Evening with the Cranes
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin us Saturday, June 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. for An Evening with the Cranes at our global headquarters […]
Candlelight Concert
Candlelight Concert
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsImmerse yourself in an evening of enchantment with a Candlelight Concert, where Pecatonica String Quartet fills the cave with music […]
2 events,
Scenic Stroll
Scenic Stroll
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger Rock Farm Stand, and an in-person community workshop.
3 events,
Interpretive Guide Training
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationThe nationally recognized Certificate of Interpretive Guiding (CIG) program is designed for anyone wanting to learn more about developing and […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
The Chinese exercise and movement arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung are both ancient and contemporary, practiced throughout the […]
4 events,
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterJoin Kat Casey for an all-levels yoga class set in the peaceful surroundings of the Aldo Leopold Nature Center. This […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
Learn to Kayak
Learn to Kayak
Organizer: City of Madison ParksLearn to Kayak with Madison Boats! Register online for this free class offered at Marshall Park. All ages are welcome! […]
5 events,
Weed Warriors
Weed Warriors
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancySummer is just around the corner, and with it comes the opportunity to see our beautiful prairie come alive! But […]
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Whooper Wednesdays Talks
Organizer: International Crane FoundationJoin our Whooping Crane research and outreach team for our Whooper Wednesday Talks from 10 to 11 a.m. at the […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
What’s in Bloom?
What’s in Bloom?
Organizer: UW ArboretumJoin Susan Carpenter, Wisconsin Native Plant Garden curator, to find, compare, and learn about flowers on native trees, shrubs, and […]
4 events,
Mud Lake Wildlife Area Bird Hike
Mud Lake Wildlife Area Bird Hike
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshJoin members of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club as we explore the Mud Lake Wildlife Area. Walk along an access […]
Free Thursday Evenings
Free Thursday Evenings
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEnjoy extended hours each Thursday, completely free of charge. Please check in at the admissions desk when you visit during […]
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
2 events,
Campfire Stories: Frog Frolic
Campfire Stories: Frog Frolic
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshGather the family and spend some time together around the campfire as we share stories at the Horicon Marsh. Each […]
5 events,
Horicon Marsh Paddle
Horicon Marsh Paddle
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshOn Saturday, June 28, from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM you can join fellow outdoor enthusiasts to paddle the six-and-a-half-mile […]
Prairie Chase Run/Walk
Prairie Chase Run/Walk
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyJoin us for a fun race through the Conservancy at the 11th annual Prairie Chase Run/Walk. Participants can sign up […]
Saturday Strolls
Saturday Strolls
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshTake a stroll out on the Horicon Marsh State Wildlife Area with a DNR Educator. We will meet at the […]
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 […]
Class: Mindfulness in Nature – Wildflowers
Class: Mindfulness in Nature – Wildflowers
Organizer: UW ArboretumMindfulness helps reduce stress and improve physical and mental health using a moment-to-moment awareness of one’s experience without judgment. Mindfulness […]
2 events,
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 […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedSundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger Rock Farm Stand, and an in-person community workshop.
2 events,
Parks Alive
Parks Alive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive is back this year with more of what you love! Visit your local park and share fun, family-friendly […]
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
Tai Chi Meditation in the Garden
The Chinese exercise and movement arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung are both ancient and contemporary, practiced throughout the […]
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