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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 sloping terrain. […]
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. […]
Bird & Nature Adventures – Wildflower Wander
Bird & Nature Adventures – Wildflower Wander
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshEnjoy the prairies in full bloom with naturalists Mary Binkley and Sheila Leary. Discover nature by foot, paddle or pedal […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedThe Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand returns on Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Discover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
3 events,
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers Adventure program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
Guided Storybook Walk
Guided Storybook Walk
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshGuided Storybook Walk: Monday, August 5, 10-11:30am. August 5 Come for a stroll on the boardwalk and Indermuehle Island Trail […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
5 events,
Lil’ Explorer Storytime
Lil’ Explorer Storytime
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff and Dane County Library System for a story based on the natural world and […]
Learning Together: Everywhere Plants
Learning Together: Everywhere Plants
Organizer: UW ArboretumOnce a month we offer a program for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. We will share stories, an outdoor […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Olbrich After Hours
Olbrich After Hours
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThe Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! […]
7 events,
Madison Area Green & Healthy Schools Summit
Madison Area Green & Healthy Schools Summit
Come together with educators in the Madison area to embrace nature connection and ourdoor learning for all! PARTICIPANT BENEFITS Ideas […]
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 […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemBe very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]
Parks Alive | Hammersley Park
Parks Alive | Hammersley Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
3 events,
Summer Blooms
Summer Blooms
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshSummer Blooms: Thursday, August 8, 10am-11am. By late summer our landscape is really looking…well…colorful! Why are there colors on our […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Wild Wonders: Seed Planting
Wild Wonders: Seed Planting
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemDecorate your own paper cup planter and plant a seed to take home! This event is part of our free […]
3 events,
Schumacher Farm Park Natural Areas Work Day
Schumacher Farm Park Natural Areas Work Day
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin the Friends of Schumacher Farm Park for important restoration work the 2nd Friday of the month from 9am-12pm through the […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Discover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
12 events,
Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day
Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin the statewide search for aquatic invasive species in this annual event. The Friends of Cherokee Marsh and DNR staff […]
Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day
Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot Day
Organizer: Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesJoin the statewide search for aquatic invasive species in this annual event. The Friends of Cherokee Marsh and DNR staff […]
Conservation Volunteer Workday | Shift A
Conservation Volunteer Workday | Shift A
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin us for a meaningful day of conservation efforts as we work together to protect and enhance our local conservation […]
Cranes of the World Celebration
Cranes of the World Celebration
Organizer: International Crane FoundationFun for the entire family! Save the date for our annual Cranes of the World Celebration on Saturday, Aug. 10, at our […]
ALNC Land Steward Work Day
ALNC 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 […]
7 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 sloping terrain. […]
Ride the Drive
Ride the Drive
Organizer: City of Madison ParksIt's the return of parks and open streets at Ride The Drive 2024, presented by Madison Parks. What is Ride […]
Blooming Butterflies
Blooming Butterflies
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensBlooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory at Olbrich Botanical […]
Exploration Station: Flower Fairies
Exploration Station: Flower Fairies
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemPluck organic blooms from our Rooftop Ramble garden and create your own flower fairy friend! This event is free with […]
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
1 event,
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers Adventure program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
6 events,
Lil’ Explorer Storytime
Lil’ Explorer Storytime
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff and Dane County Library System for a story based on the natural world and […]
Walking Iron Park Restoration Work Day
Walking Iron Park Restoration Work Day
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 […]
Parks Alive | Worthington Park
Parks Alive | Worthington Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
Olbrich After Hours
Olbrich After Hours
Organizer: Olbrich Botanical GardensThe Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! […]
7 events,
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 some basics about fish, […]
Storytime with Animals
Storytime with Animals
Organizer: MacKenzie CenterLearn about what flies, slithers, hops and walks through nature with stories read by MacKenzie Center naturalists and explore the […]
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemBe very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]
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 […]
Midwest Crane Chat
Midwest Crane Chat
Organizer: International Crane FoundationThe International Crane Foundation is migrating to your neighborhood! Gather with fellow members at our Crane Chat and learn more […]
1 event,
Wild Wonders: Water Explorers
Wild Wonders: Water Explorers
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemDive into the hidden world of teeny tiny critters that thrive in our local waterways. Give your fine motor skills […]
3 events,
Prairie Volunteer Work Days at the Heritage Center
Prairie Volunteer Work Days at the Heritage Center
Organizer: Dane County ParksVolunteers are needed to help maintain and improve the prairies surrounding the Lussier Family Heritage Center. These work days could […]
Wisconsin Wildlife Day
Wisconsin Wildlife Day
Organizer: MacKenzie CenterJoin the MacKenzie naturalist on a guided tour of the MacKenzie Wildlife Area to learn more about the animals that […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
3 events,
Volunteer at The Glen
Volunteer at The Glen
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin Us as a Volunteer at The Glen Golf Park The Glen, a unique mixed-use outdoor recreation golf park located […]
Grady Tract Work Party
Grady Tract Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Full Moon Night Walk
Full Moon 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 […]
8 events,
Seed Collection
Seed Collection
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThank you for your interest in helping with seed collection in Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Volunteering for these events is a great […]
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 […]
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
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 sloping terrain. […]
Family Nature Program: Wonderful Water
Family Nature Program: Wonderful Water
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. […]
2 events,
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterNurture your preschooler’s curiosity and energy while exploring the outdoors with the Lil’ Explorers Adventure program at the Lussier Family Heritage […]
Chicken Wrangling Workshop
Chicken Wrangling Workshop
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin one of our knowledgeable Chicken Wranglers for a free workshop this summer. You will learn how to care for […]
3 events,
Lil’ Explorer Storytime
Lil’ Explorer Storytime
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Lussier Family Heritage Center staff and Dane County Library System for a story based on the natural world and […]
Bumble Bee Monitoring Outings
Bumble Bee Monitoring Outings
Organizer: Dane County ParksWould you like to learn about bumble bees and participate in a citizen science effort? Come along with Dane County […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
5 events,
8th Annual Green & Healthy Schools Conference
8th Annual Green & Healthy Schools Conference
Organizer: University of Wisconsin – MilwaukeeWE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE 8TH ANNUAL GREEN & HEALTHY SCHOOLS CONFERENCE! The annual Green & Healthy Schools Conference is an […]
Voyageur Canoe Paddle
Voyageur Canoe Paddle
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshVoyageur Canoe Paddle: August 21: 9-11am. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the marsh in a voyageur canoe! Meet at […]
Monarch Tagging
Monarch Tagging
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshMonarch Tagging: August 21, 1-2:30pm Enjoy a short, indoor presentation about monarch life cycles and how to tag. We will […]
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemBe very, very quiet… we’re hunting insects! Join us in the Urb Garden, where we’ll sharpen our observation skills and […]
Parks Alive | Hammersley Park
Parks Alive | Hammersley Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
3 events,
Summer Blooms
Summer Blooms
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshBy late summer our landscape is really looking…well…colorful! Why are there colors on our landscape and are they useful to […]
Parks Alive | Owl Creek Park
Parks Alive | Owl Creek Park
Organizer: City of Madison ParksParks Alive builds stronger neighborhoods and connects neighbors to their parks through fun, family-friendly activities, music and free food. Events […]
Duck Banding Demonstration
Duck Banding Demonstration
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshDuck Banding: Thursday, August 22, 6:30-7:30pm. Why do we duck band at the Horicon Marsh? Come join us on Thursday […]
4 events,
Pollinator Palooza
Pollinator Palooza
Organizer: MacKenzie CenterWhat’s all the buzz around pollinators for anyways? Join us on Aug. 23 and we’ll tell you! Follow a MacKenzie […]
Lantern Tours
Lantern Tours
Discover the cave like the first explorers. Walk through the cave using only lanterns and flashlights. Feel as though you […]
Orton Park Festival
Orton Park Festival
Organizer: City of Madison ParksThe 59th annual Orton Park Festival brings an incredible lineup of music to close out the summer, plus Cycropia Aerial […]
Sunset Voyageur Canoe Paddle
Sunset Voyageur Canoe Paddle
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshSunset Voyageur Canoe Paddle: August 23: 6:00-8:00pm. Enjoy the night sounds of the marsh in a voyageur canoe! Meet at […]
4 events,
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Work Party
Core Area and Curtis Prairie Work Party
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Saturday Art Adventures: Nature-Dyed Bandanas
Saturday Art Adventures: Nature-Dyed Bandanas
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemDive into an exciting drop-in art experience each week with Laurie and our Art Studio team. Embark on projects with […]
Community Science Day with Bird Banding
Community Science Day with Bird Banding
Organizer: Friends of Horicon MarshHave you ever wanted to see a bird up close and in the hand, tag a monarch or learn how […]
Adult Summer Camp
Adult Summer Camp
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterThis NEW fundraiser is one you do NOT want to miss! Featuring summer camp activities and locally-brewed beverages, an exciting day of […]
5 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, […]
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Gardening Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Gardening Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a tip, trick or idea to grow your green […]
Open Farmhouse Tours at Schumacher Farm Park
Open Farmhouse Tours at Schumacher Farm Park
Organizer: Dane County ParksDrop in to learn more about the history of the house and the Schumacher family. 2024 tours are scheduled for […]
Badger Rock Community Market
Badger Rock Community Market
Organizer: RootedThe Badger Rock Community Market and Farm Stand returns on Sundays from 2:00-6:00pm. Featuring hot food vendors, community market, Badger […]
Guided Black Light Tours
Guided Black Light Tours
Organizer: Cave of the MoundsUnique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You […]
1 event,
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Lil’ Explorer Adventure
Organizer: Lussier Family Heritage CenterNurture 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 Park Restoration Work Day
Walking Iron Park Restoration Work Day
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 […]
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 […]
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Cooking Virtual Workshop
Organizer: RootedJoin us for our weekly Cooking Virtual Workshop. Each week brings a new kitchen delight! Watch on YouTube or the Badger Rock Neighborhood […]
2 events,
Exploration Station: Whimsical Weather Crafts
Exploration Station: Whimsical Weather Crafts
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemEyes on the sky! Rain or shine, we’re making crafts inspired by the day’s weather. Possible crafts include kites, sun […]
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Insect Scavenger Hunt
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemBe 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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Seed Collection
Seed Collection
Organizer: Pheasant Branch ConservancyThank you for your interest in helping with seed collection in Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Volunteering for these events is a great […]
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 […]
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 […]
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