BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Riveredge Nature Center - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Riveredge Nature Center 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:20250301T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T143000 DTSTAMP:20250124T202556Z CREATED:20250124T202407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T202556Z UID:10003425-1740834000-1740839400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Attracting Bluebirds and Other Cavity Nesters to Your Yard DESCRIPTION:March 1 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm\n \n Attracting Bluebirds and Other Cavity Nesters to Your Yard \n \n Many spring migrants will soon be returning to our area looking for housing. Learn how to attract a wide variety of cavity-nesting birds to your yard. We will discuss the pros and cons of different nest box styles and cover the basics of where to place them and how to maintain them. This workshop is meant for amateur and experienced bird lovers. Near the end of the program we’ll take a short walk on the bluebird trail to see how boxes should be mounted and placed so dress for the weather. \nAges 12+\nThis program is free for everyone! Donations are greatly appreciated.\nPre-register by February 28 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available. \nRegister Here \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 12+Free for everyone!Donations 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 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/attracting-bluebirds-and-other-cavity-nesters-to-your-yard-2/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Free Program,Research and Conservation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Bluebird-Riveredge-sm-Dan-W.-e1675798465944.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T173000 DTSTAMP:20250206T180408Z CREATED:20241031T194039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T180408Z UID:10003338-1741104000-1741109400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Ducks of Wisconsin Field Identification Workshop DESCRIPTION:2-Part Series: March 4 & 8\n \n Ducks of Wisconsin Field Identification Workshop \n \n Learn all about Wisconsin ducks with our guest speaker Jeff Bahls\, President of the Horicon Marsh Bird club\, Wood Duck Society board member and 2018 recipient for the Wisconsin Society of Ornithology bronze Passenger Pigeon award! As an avid birder and duck hunter\, Jeff has a wealth of information to share with bird enthusiasts on the life history of some of his favorite duck species\, where and when to find them and how to identify them in the field. \nThis workshop is a two-part series. You can attend both or just one part. The first portion will be an indoor lecture-discussion held on-site at Riveredge Nature Center with the option to join virtually over zoom. For the second portion\, participants will travel to Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area\, a highly diverse bird spot in WI and the largest cattail marsh in the US\, where Jeff will lead a tour of Horicon’s duck ‘hot spots’ and highlight duck species identification techniques in the field. \nThe field portion on March 8 will be held entirely outdoors. It will involve walking and standing on grassy or graveled trails. Be sure to dress for the weather and in layers. Wear suitable walking or hiking shoes. The back-up bad weather date for the field portion is March 15. \nTransportation to Horicon Marsh will NOT be provided by Riveredge. Participants will meet at the Horicon Marsh Education Center at 7:45 am on March 8\, prepare (use bathrooms\, etc.)\, and then leave for the walk at 8:00 am. Punctual arrival is important as it may be difficult to find the group once the walk has begun. \nMember Adult 12+: $35 | Member Child 7-11: $10\nNon-member Adult 12+: $40 | Non-member Child 7-11: $15 \nAges 7+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nPre-registration required by March 2 at 11:55 pm. \nRegister Here \n*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 7+Member Adult 12+: $35 | Member Child 7-11: $10 | Non-member Adult 12+: $40 | Non-member Child 7-11: $15 \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\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMembers: \n\n\n\nFollow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account for member discounts on programs and events. You can use this login to check your membership status\, see your expiration date\, and renew your membership as well. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t see the member price after logging in\, need help checking your membership status\, or you are unsure what email address we have on file\, please reach out to our Membership Manager\, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715. \n\n\n\nTo become a member\, click here \n\n\n\n\nHow to Register as a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation Policies URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/ducks-of-wisconsin-field-identification-workshop-2/2025-03-04/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Offsite Program,Research and Conservation,Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/duck.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T110000 DTSTAMP:20250206T180408Z CREATED:20241031T194039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T180408Z UID:10003339-1741420800-1741431600@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Ducks of Wisconsin Field Identification Workshop DESCRIPTION:2-Part Series: March 4 & 8\n \n Ducks of Wisconsin Field Identification Workshop \n \n Learn all about Wisconsin ducks with our guest speaker Jeff Bahls\, President of the Horicon Marsh Bird club\, Wood Duck Society board member and 2018 recipient for the Wisconsin Society of Ornithology bronze Passenger Pigeon award! As an avid birder and duck hunter\, Jeff has a wealth of information to share with bird enthusiasts on the life history of some of his favorite duck species\, where and when to find them and how to identify them in the field. \nThis workshop is a two-part series. You can attend both or just one part. The first portion will be an indoor lecture-discussion held on-site at Riveredge Nature Center with the option to join virtually over zoom. For the second portion\, participants will travel to Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area\, a highly diverse bird spot in WI and the largest cattail marsh in the US\, where Jeff will lead a tour of Horicon’s duck ‘hot spots’ and highlight duck species identification techniques in the field. \nThe field portion on March 8 will be held entirely outdoors. It will involve walking and standing on grassy or graveled trails. Be sure to dress for the weather and in layers. Wear suitable walking or hiking shoes. The back-up bad weather date for the field portion is March 15. \nTransportation to Horicon Marsh will NOT be provided by Riveredge. Participants will meet at the Horicon Marsh Education Center at 7:45 am on March 8\, prepare (use bathrooms\, etc.)\, and then leave for the walk at 8:00 am. Punctual arrival is important as it may be difficult to find the group once the walk has begun. \nMember Adult 12+: $35 | Member Child 7-11: $10\nNon-member Adult 12+: $40 | Non-member Child 7-11: $15 \nAges 7+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nPre-registration required by March 2 at 11:55 pm. \nRegister Here \n*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 7+Member Adult 12+: $35 | Member Child 7-11: $10 | Non-member Adult 12+: $40 | Non-member Child 7-11: $15 \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\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMembers: \n\n\n\nFollow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account for member discounts on programs and events. You can use this login to check your membership status\, see your expiration date\, and renew your membership as well. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t see the member price after logging in\, need help checking your membership status\, or you are unsure what email address we have on file\, please reach out to our Membership Manager\, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715. \n\n\n\nTo become a member\, click here \n\n\n\n\nHow to Register as a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation Policies URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/ducks-of-wisconsin-field-identification-workshop-2/2025-03-08/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Offsite Program,Research and Conservation,Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/duck.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T143000 DTSTAMP:20250205T185853Z CREATED:20250205T185851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T185853Z UID:10003461-1741856400-1741876200@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Agroforestry: Pruning\, Coppicing and Tree Release DESCRIPTION:March 13 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm\n \n Agroforestry: Pruning\, Coppicing and Tree Release \n \n Join Matt Smith\, a professional Restoration Ecologist with over 22 years of experience\, for an entirely outside hands-on field demonstration in the arts of pruning\, coppicing and tree release for restoration and landscaping. Please dress for the weather and bring a lunch. \nAges 18+\nMember: $65 | Non-member: $75\nPre-registration is required by March 12 at 9:00 am. \nRegister Here \n*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Registration\n Ages 18+Member: $65Non-member: $75 \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\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMembers: \n\n\n\nFollow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account for member discounts on programs and events. You can use this login to check your membership status\, see your expiration date\, and renew your membership as well. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t see the member price after logging in\, need help checking your membership status\, or you are unsure what email address we have on file\, please reach out to our Membership Manager\, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715. \n\n\n\nTo become a member\, click here \n\n\n\n\nHow to Register as a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation Policies URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/agroforestry-pruning-coppicing-and-tree-release/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Research and Conservation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Pruning-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T140000 DTSTAMP:20250127T210159Z CREATED:20250127T205417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T210159Z UID:10003436-1741870800-1741874400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Science Thursday Lecture Series: Observation and Discovery in Nature DESCRIPTION:March 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\n \n Science Thursday Lecture Series: Observation and Discovery in Nature through the use of Haiku \n \n In a world where the hustle and bustle of daily life and our electronics often distracts us from the extraordinary\, the wonders of nature beckon us to pause and reflect. Teacher/naturalist\, Chuck Ritzenthaler\, will take you on an enlightening journey into the realm of nature’s magical adaptations—elegant solutions crafted over millennia that empower not only the diverse tapestry of wildlife but also humankind. Some of the topics included are the fascination with cell size\, intricate design of a garden spider web\, the history and magic of yellow sweet clover\, willow’s place in history\, the monarch mimic\, future innovation from the dragonfly\, and the amazing story of the goldenrod gall. The remarkable strategies in this presentation through the use of haiku will showcase nature’s ingenuity and its profound impact on our survival and well-being. We will end with the magic of popcorn and how its traits might influence your life. As we explore these breathtaking marvels\, we’ll discover how understanding and appreciating these adaptations can inspire us to forge a deeper connection with the natural world\, ultimately enhancing our own lives in ways we never imagined. Let’s touch grass and maybe even create a haiku.\n“In every walk in nature one receives far more than one seeks.” – J. Muir \nThis program is offered in-person and virtually. 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-observation-and-discovery-in-nature/ LOCATION:Riveredge Nature Center\, 4458 County Hwy Y\, Saukville\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Free Program,Research and Conservation,Virtual Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/journaling-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T160000 DTSTAMP:20250314T231146Z CREATED:20250114T194202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T231146Z UID:10003411-1742040000-1742054400@riveredgenaturecenter.org SUMMARY:Maple Sugarin' Festival DESCRIPTION:Maple \n Sugarin’ \n Festival \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMaple Sugarin’ Festival 2025\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 15th12:00 pm – 4:00 pm$5 per person | Children 2 & under: FreeMembers will receive an exclusive Maple Sugarin’ Pin! \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by CG Schmidt\n\n\n\n\n\nThe fifth season is here- the Maple Sugarin’ Season! Bring your families\, bring your friends to celebrate this sappy gift from the trees at Riveredge’s annual Maple Sugarin’ Festival on March 15th! \n\n\n\nChoose your adventure as you hike the trails where you can visit the Sapsucker Cafe\, trade nature items for maple candies\, observe various means of syrup production through history\, complete a sappy scavenger hunt\, and create a nature-based craft. Upon arrival at the Sugarbush House\, enjoy live music while you sip Riveredge Apple Cider\, or beer for the adults\, and taste the Riveredge special- pancakes & pickles! You’ll learn just how sap is made into golden & sweet maple syrup. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Maple Sugarin’ Festival\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: You can look forward to activities like:– Live Music from Josh Ammons 1-3pm– Tree Tappin’ Trading Post– Maple Legends\, Stories\, and Songs– Try-it-Yourself Tree Tappin’– Crafting with Natural Materials– Evaporator Demonstration– Delicious Treats! A pancake & pickle in syrup is provided with your registration. Additional pancakes will be available for purchase\, as well as… Hot chocolate\, Specialty Maple Sugar Coffee\, Beer\, Sap Tea\, and Popcorn. \n\n\n\nParking and Check-in: Parking will be at Newburg Fireman’s Park\, and two bus shuttles will be running. There will be spots reserved for those with limited mobility at the Visitor Center. Check-in or register at the Riveredge Visitor Center. \n\n\n\nTiming: The event runs from 12-4pm on Saturday March 15th\, come and go as you please! Live music at the Sugarbush House from 1-3pm. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: We will have accessible parking reserved at the Visitor Center. Riveredge also has an all-terrain wheelchair available to reserve for the event at no cost! Learn more or reserve a wheelchair here. \n\n\n\nWeather: Riveredge events run rain\, snow\, or shine! \n\n\n\nPer NOAA as of 5pm 3/14\, “A slight chance of showers between 1pm and 4pm. Increasing clouds\, with a high near 57. Windy\, with a south wind 15 to 20 mph becoming south 25 to 30 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.” \n\n\n\nTrail Conditions: Due to forecast wind gusts up to 50 mph\, forested trails are closed. A shuttle is provided. Hike at your own risk. \n\n\n\nExpect the ground to be muddy and wear appropriate footwear. Layers in anticipation of rain are recommended. Event activities are both indoor and outdoor. \n\n\n\n*Extra pancake tickets will be available for $1\, cash & Venmo in the pancake line\, credit card at concessions. For an all-you-can-eat pancake experience\, check out the Pancake Breakfast on March 29th and 30th. \n\n\n\nPre-register by March 14 at 4:00 pm or register at the event. Pre-registration is highly recommended so Riveredge can prepare enough pancakes\, syrup\, exclusive maple sugarin’ pins for members\, and other supplies for everyone to enjoy. Happy sugarin’ season! \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Maple Sugarin’ Festival\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nquestions?\n\n\n\nIf you have questions or need more information about the Maple Sugarin’ Festival\, please contact Alina Prahl at aprahl@riveredge.us or 262-375-2715. \n\n\n\n\nEmail Alina\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sugarin’ Season\n Find more Maple Sugarin’ events at Riveredge! \n Maple Sugarin’ Events\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\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThe Maple Sugarin’ Festival is sponsored by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSTEVE AND TERRY JOHNSON FUND\n\n\n\n\n\n5 CORNERS STORAGE URL:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/event/maple-sugarin-festival-2025/ LOCATION:Newburg Fireman’s Park\, 508 Main St.\, Newburg\, WI\, 53060\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Family Programs,Research and Conservation,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://riveredgenaturecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/maple-sugarin-festival-1-cropped-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR