BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riveredge Nature Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Riveredge Nature Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T183000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250813T175604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T155217Z UID:10003527-1762360200-1762367400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:VISITOR CENTER GRAND RE-OPENING CELEBRATION - FREE DESCRIPTION:November 5 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm\n \n VISITOR CENTER GRAND RE-OPENING CELEBRATION \n \n Mark your calendars for Riveredge’s Grand Re-Opening on Wednesday\, November 5th at 4:30 pm! Enjoy remarks from project partners and supporters as well as complementary drinks and light appetizers as we celebrate this exciting milestone together. \nBe the first to see the brand new look of the Riveredge Visitor Center! Explore the completed Phase One of our renovation project-featuring expanded community and learning spaces and improved accessibility. Then\, learn about Phase Two\, including solar installation and a new accessible trail loop! \n4:30 Welcome\n4:40 Outside Program Begins – Be sure to dress for the weather!\n5:00-6:30 Tours of the Visitor and Light Refreshments \nThis event is free to attend. Donations are greatly appreciated.\nEveryone is welcome at this celebration! Children must be accompanied by an adult.\nPre-registration is not required\, but highly recommended. \nRegister Here   Learn More about the Renovations Here \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n All ages welcome! | FreeDonations appreciated \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/visitor-center-grand-re-opening-celebration/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Free Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Renovation-Rendering-updated-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20251021T164218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T164353Z UID:10003590-1762367400-1762372800@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Discussion on Impacts of Land Conservation Funding in Wisconsin DESCRIPTION:November 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\n \n Discussion on Impacts of Land Conservation Funding in Wisconsin \n \n Charlie Carlin from Gathering Waters and Tom Stolp from Restoring Lands (formerly Ozaukee Washington Land Trust) will join Director John Rakowski in a discussion on land conservation funding efforts in Wisconsin with a focus on the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The program has recently been the focus of public discussion\, as its funding is currently set to expire in 2026\, though lawmakers could still opt to reauthorize it. Since 1989\, Knowles-Nelson funds have helped support thousands of public projects throughout the state including land purchases\, trail building\, boat launches\, and playgrounds. It also has been an important tool for Riveredge’s growth and conservation efforts. Gathering Waters will share more information on Knowles-Nelson’s history\, its statewide impact\, and the current status of funding. Restoring Lands will share more information on local impacts and their work. The speakers will focus on facts\, increasing understanding\, and keeping the public informed. There will be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions and learn how to get involved in local land conservation programs. \nAll ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.\nThis program is free to attend\, but donations are greatly appreciated!\nPre-registration is not required\, but highly recommended as space is limited and this program may fill quickly. \nRegister Here \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n All ages welcome! | FreeDonations appreciated \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/discussion-on-impacts-of-land-conservation-funding-in-wisconsin/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Free Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/DSC_0607-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Steff Merten":MAILTO:smerten@riveredge.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250826T171156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T182229Z UID:10003544-1762434000-1762439400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Memory Cafe - FREE DESCRIPTION:November 6 @ 1:00 – 2:30 pm\n \n Memory Cafe \n \n In partnership with the Ozaukee County Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)\, Riveredge is offering a Memory Café. It meets on the first Thursday of every month. The café is intended for people with all stages of memory loss and their caregivers. Fun nature related activities are planned for the group each month. The Café offers the opportunity for people to be socially\, physically and creatively active in a natural setting whenever possible. The group provides additional sources of support and assistance to those coping with the issue of memory loss and cognitive changes. \nCall Sarah Prohuska at ADRC to register 262-284-8120. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Call Sarah Prohuska at the ADRC to register 262-284-8120 \n ADRC Website\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n FREE All Terrain Wheelchair Available\n For all ages | No CostAction Trackchair® model ST \n Learn More or Reserve the Trackchair!\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/memory-cafe-35/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Free Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Memory-Cafe-November.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250829T174037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T154021Z UID:10003577-1762592400-1762617600@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Riveredge Open House – FREE Trail Access! DESCRIPTION:November 8 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm\n \n Riveredge Open House – Free Trail Access! \n \n Come explore our newly renovated Visitor Center\, now featuring ADA-compliant restrooms\, an accessible entrance\, refreshed community spaces\, and exciting new classes. After your tour\, enjoy complimentary access to our beautiful trails — no trail fee required! \nThis event is free to attend. Donations are greatly appreciated!\nPre-registration is not required\, but highly recommended. \nRSVP \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n All ages welcome! | FreeDonations appreciated \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/riveredge-open-house-free-trail-access/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Free Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Renovation-Rendering-updated-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250828T191624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T143333Z UID:10003561-1762610400-1762614000@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Welcome Hike - FREE DESCRIPTION:November 8 @ 2:00 pm\n \n Welcome Hike \n \n Are you a new member to Riveredge\, interested in learning more about membership\, or looking to meet other members? Take a free tour with a Riveredge membership representative and learn about Riveredge history\, your membership\, and some great places to go exploring. Hikes will be about a half hour and topics of discussion are guided by the questions in the group. All ages and abilities welcome! \nPre-registration is not required but highly recommended. \nRegister Here \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Free to attend \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n FREE All Terrain Wheelchair Available\n For all ages | No CostAction Trackchair® model ST \n Learn More or Reserve the Trackchair!\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/welcome-hikes-13/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Children's Programs,Family Programs,Free Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Family-Nature-Club-Hike.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Steff Merten":MAILTO:smerten@riveredge.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250904T215640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T195357Z UID:10003579-1762974000-1762979400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:OWBC meeting: Birding Adventures with WSO President\, Lynn Barber @ Lac Lawrann - FREE DESCRIPTION:October 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm\n \n Ozaukee Washington Bird Coalition \n Birding Adventures with WSO President\, Lynn Barber @ Lac Lawrann \n \n Lynn Barber\, President of the Wisconsin Society for Ornithology\, will begin her presentation with an illustrated sampling from her birding adventures and big years and excerpts from her upcoming book\, A Charisma of Owls. She will follow this with an update on what is new at the WSO following its adoption last year of a new strategic plan. \nAges 18+ | Pre-registration required for those joining in-person.\nIf attending in-person\, please meet at Lac Lawrann Conservancy (address below). If joining virtually\, use the link below to view the presentation. \nIn-Person Registration  Join on Zoom \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 18+ | FreeRegistration required to attend in-person \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/owbc-meeting-birding-adventures-with-wso-president-lynn-barber-laclawrann-free/ LOCATION:Lac Lawrann Conservancy\, 300 Schmidt Rd\, West Bend\, WI\, 53090\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Free Program,Offsite Program,Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/barred-owl-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250829T172715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T201057Z UID:10003576-1763038800-1763042400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Science Thursday Lecture Series: Uncovering the Story of the Ice Age Trail - FREE DESCRIPTION:November 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\n \n Science Thursday Lecture Series: Uncovering the Story of the Ice Age Trail \n at Riveredge & on Zoom \n \n Hiker and trail builder\, Laurie Prestby\, will share the geological and natural history of the Ice Age Trail. It’s a national scenic trail placing it on par with the Appalachian trail\, but unlike the Applachian Trail\, it’s completely found within a single state. The Ice Age Trail is known for its impressive glacial landforms and scenic landscapes. It’s a unique and remarkable feature of Wisconsin. \nThis program is offered in-person at Riveredge and virtually on Zoom. If joining in person\, meet at Riveredge in the barn. Zoom link is found below!\nScience Thursday Lecture Series are always free! | Designed for ages 18+\nPre-registration is not required\, but highly recommended for the In-Person option. No registration necessary for those joining on Zoom. \nRegister Here to Attend at Riveredge  Join the Virtual Program \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 18+ | FreeDonations appreciated \n Register Here to Attend at Riveredge\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/science-thursday-lecture-series-uncovering-the-story-of-the-ice-age-trail/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Free Program,Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Riveredge-Forest-Trail-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Steff Merten":MAILTO:smerten@riveredge.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250904T220803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T220943Z UID:10003580-1763141400-1763148600@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:OWBC Field Trip: Owl Prowl at the Cedarburg Bog - FREE DESCRIPTION:November 14 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\n \n Ozaukee Washington Bird Coalition Field Trip \n Owl Prowl \n at the Cedarburg Bog \n \n Join the Cedarburg Bog Owl Prowl team as we search for owls. We will be looking for Barred\, Great-Horned\, Northern Saw-whet\, and Eastern Screech-Owls for sure and maybe a rare species such as Long-eared Owl. There are no guarantees as owls can be fickle; however\, we have never struck out when weather conditions are right! Dress warm and bring binoculars\, water\, and a small flashlight. We will mostly be owling along Blue Goose and St. Augustine Road with short forays into the woods and/or the Bog itself. We will be standing in place for extended periods so dress warm with good walking shoes or boots. You may want to eat a snack or early dinner before arrival. If there are strong winds\, heavy precipitation\, and/or severe temperatures\, this outing may be postponed. We will let you know in the afternoon by email if there is a postponement. Check your email in afternoon in case of postponement. \nMeet at the UWM Field Station in Saukville (address below). \nRecommended for ages 10+ (youth must be accompanied by an adult) and is free to attend.\nPre-registration is required. \nRegister Here \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 10+ | FreeRegister through Friends of the Cedarburg Bog \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/owbc-field-trip-owl-prowl-at-the-cedarburg-bog/ LOCATION:UWM-Field Station\, 3095 Blue Goose Road\, Saukville\, WI\, 53080\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Free Program,Offsite Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/barred-owl-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250415T180516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T172812Z UID:10003481-1763193600-1763222400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM DESCRIPTION:STUDENT \n RESEARCH \n SYMPOSIUM \n November 15\, 2025 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nStudent Research Symposium 2025\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 15 2025 8:00 am – 4:00 pmAccepting abstracts for poster and oral presentations through October 24! \n\n\n\nWe are excited to showcase new academic talent! Uncover insights into the natural world and support the next generation of scholars by attending the Student Research Symposium on November 15th. Undergraduate and graduate students from colleges and universities in our region will present their research with posters and oral presentations. The day includes a keynote from a distinguished speaker and a catered lunch. Come for all or part of the day. \n\n\n\nThere will be cash prizes up to $300 awarded for the best oral and poster presentations. Plus\, all student presenters will receive a FREE Riveredge Membership just for participating! \n\n\n\nStudent Presenter: Free! Abstracts submission deadline extended to October 24th.Current Student Non-presenter: FreeSupporter by November 10: $5Supporter after November 10: $7Children under 12: Free (must be accompanied by an adult)All registrations include a catered lunch! Please indicate dietary restrictions/allergies on the registration form. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nStudent Presenters – Submit Your Abstract Here by Oct 24th\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupporters & Presenters – Register Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHigh School Groups – Register Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCall for Student Presenters!\n\n\n\nHow to submit your abstract:\n\n\n\nWe invite college students to submit an abstract of a current or recent year’s research project to present in oral or poster form at our Student Research Symposium. Submissions are welcome in the categories of biology\, environmental science\, chemistry\, geology\, and other sciences. The abstract submission deadline has been extended to October 24th! There will be cash prizes up to $300 awarded for the best oral and poster presentations. Plus\, all presenters will receive a FREE Riveredge Membership just for participating! \n\n\n\n\nSubmit Your Abstract Here by Oct 24\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here After Submitting Your Abstract\n\n\n\n\nPlease see below for important presentation information. \n\n\n\n\nPresentation Information for Student Presenters\n\n\n\nPoster Presentation \n\n\n\n\nPosters should be a maximum size of 44″ X 36″\n\n\n\nWe will have a tripod easel and poster board set up for you. Posters will be attached to the display boards using binder clips that will be provided.\n\n\n\nPoster set-up will be 8:00 – 8:30 a.m. on Saturday\, November 15th\, 2025 (the morning of the event).\n\n\n\nAlternativity\, students are welcome to drop off their posters to Riveredge Nature Center weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. before November\, 15th.\n\n\n\nPresenters should be available to discuss their posters at the event during the poster session (time TBD)\n\n\n\n\nOral Presentation \n\n\n\n\nPresentations are scheduled for a 15 minute block (10-12 minute presentation with an additional 3-5 minutes for a question-and-answer period).\n\n\n\nSessions will be moderated and the time limit enforced.\n\n\n\nComputers attached to digital projectors will be equipped with USB ports for flash drives. It is best to have multiple copies of your presentation saved in the cloud and on physical media. All rooms will be equipped with a computer\, projector\, and screen.\n\n\n\nIf additional equipment\, including audio\, is needed\, please indicate this when you submit your abstract.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker\n\n\n\nMarissa Jablonski\, PhDExecutive Director\, Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin\n\n\n\nDr. Marissa Jablonski is the executive director of the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin. She is an accomplished water engineer\, environmental advisor\, and plastics-reduction expert who has worked in more than 45 countries on Earth. Her way of understanding and engaging in complex interactions between human beings and environmental systems\, combined with her skills in storytelling and systems processes\, make her a much sought after consultant and public speaker. \n\n\n\nMarissa lives her life as part of a global community. She is a founding member and mentor to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee student chapter of Engineers Without Borders\, and advises on the design and implementation of projects in Guatemala. She also serves as International Coordinator of a Guatemalan-led NGO that builds infrastructure with indigenous communities’ to meet the needs of five groups involved in each project. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter earning a PhD in Environmental Engineering and serving as an instructor of Peacebuilding\, Engineering\, and Physics at numerous institutions in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin she moved to Washington\, DC to work in policy. During her time as a 2017-19 AAAS Science Technology and Policy Fellow at USAID\, she was both a Public Diplomacy Fellow in the Office of American Schools and Hospitals Abroad and also an Environmental Advisor to the Office of Food For Peace. During this time\, she was also asked by the US Embassy of Thailand and the Phuket Hotels Association to serve as an Embassy Science Fellow to design and lead a 5-point model to help reduce their single-use plastics by more than 6 million in 2018. \n\n\n\nMarissa is an advocate for minorities and women in STEM fields and served as coordinator of NSF’s FORTE program during 2009-2015. During that time\, she also designed an internationally recognized project that engaged with informal dye industries in rural India to affordably clean their wastewater. Marissa’s innovative outlook on research\, business\, and life has won her many awards and praise from groups that include the National Science Foundation\, Philanthropic Education Organization\, Mondialogo\, and the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nProudly sponsored by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDennis Miller\n\n\n\n\n\nNorth Shore Academy of Gymnastics\n\n\n\n\n\nSoutheastern Wisconsin Trout Unlimited\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nquestions?\n\n\n\nWe’re happy to help! Give Riveredge’s Research Manager\, Jana Gedymin\, a call at 262-375-2715 or email her at jgedymin@riveredge.us. \n\n\n\n\nEmail Jana URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/student-research-symposium-2025/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Research and Conservation,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/student-research-symposium-2024-1-copy-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20251111T174937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T141314Z UID:10003609-1763663400-1763668800@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Discussion on Impact of Efforts to Rehabilitate the Milwaukee Estuary DESCRIPTION:November 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\n \n Discussion on Impact of Efforts to Rehabilitate the Milwaukee Estuary – FREE \n \n Representatives from the Area of Concern Community Advisory Committee will join Director John Rakowski in a discussion on current efforts to improve the health of the Milwaukee Estuary\, an area of interrelated water bodies including the three major rivers in Milwaukee (Milwaukee\, Menomonee\, and Kinnickinnic) as well as Lake Michigan. In 1987\, this estuary was designated as an Area of Concern under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement due to manmade river modifications\, loss of fish and wildlife habitat\, and pollution that contributed toxic contaminants to the rivers and Lake Michigan. \nArea of Concern Community Advisory Committee members will share more information on the Milwaukee Estuary’s history\, its importance\, and the impact of efforts to advance cleanup efforts with an emphasis on equity and community engagement. The speakers will focus on facts\, personal connections\, increasing understanding\, and keeping the public informed. There will be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions and learn how to get involved in local efforts. \nAll ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.\nThis program is free to attend\, but donations are greatly appreciated!\nPre-registration is not required\, but highly recommended as space is limited and this program may fill quickly. \nRegister Here \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n All ages welcome! | FreeDonations appreciated \n Register Here\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/discussion-on-impact-of-efforts-to-rehabilitate-the-milwaukee-estuary/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Free Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2-Milwaukee-River-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Steff Merten":MAILTO:smerten@riveredge.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T051456 CREATED:20250904T221744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T160335Z UID:10003581-1764097200-1764102600@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Virtual Photo Club - FREE DESCRIPTION:November 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm\n \n Photo Club \n on Zoom \n \n The Photo Club meetings are friendly and informal\, with a brief discussion of upcoming activities\, a short program and conclude with the opportunity to share and discuss photos. You’re welcome as a photographer\, regardless of your skill level. \nAges 18+ | No pre-registration required.\nPhoto club meetings are always free to attend! \nJoin on Zoom \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 18+ | FreeNo pre-registration required \n Join on Zoom\n \n\n \n \n \n Become a Member\n Take advantage of member benefits and discounts! \n Join Now\n \n\n \n \n \n More Events\n Explore other upcoming events! \n Event Calendar URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/in-person-and-virtual-photo-club-free/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Free Program,Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Trail-Square-smaller.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Steff Merten":MAILTO:smerten@riveredge.us END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR