Our Saturday Yule Log programs reached capacity so quickly, we decided to add an additional evening program on Friday, December 4. For 2020, Riveredge is returning to the early origins of the Yule Log experience. Join us for a traditional annual adventure across the frozen Riveredge forests in search of the hidden Yule Log! In […]
For 2020, Riveredge is returning to the early origins of the Yule Log experience. Join us for a traditional annual adventure across the frozen Riveredge forests in search of the hidden Yule Log! In the early days of Riveredge, the Yule Log hunt took place during the day and spread across the Riveredge sanctuary. The […]
This program has been canceled. Nothing beats the warmth of a campfire in the winter! Oxygen, heat and fuel are vital to the life of a fire. Join us to gather tinder, kindling, and fuelwood and learn about fire building basics. How long can you keep the flame lit? Children under 6 must be accompanied […]
For 2020, Riveredge is returning to the early origins of the Yule Log experience. Join us for a traditional annual adventure across the frozen Riveredge forests in search of the hidden Yule Log! In the early days of Riveredge, the Yule Log hunt took place during the day and spread across the Riveredge sanctuary. The […]
For 2020, Riveredge is returning to the early origins of the Yule Log experience. Join us for a traditional annual adventure across the frozen Riveredge forests in search of the hidden Yule Log! In the early days of Riveredge, the Yule Log hunt took place during the day and spread across the Riveredge sanctuary. The […]
What role do wolves play in their ecosystems? How do they interact with and impact the other organisms where they live? Join Maddy Witt, program manager at the International Wolf Center in Ely MN, for a closer look at these relationships and more about wolf ecology and behavior. (photo above via Wisconsin DNR). Tea & […]
Join us as we learn from the animals how to prepare for winter! We'll read a story to better understand how animals survive the winter. Then we'll bundle up and head outdoors to build our own shelters and play a game of winter hide & seek. Photo courtesy Wikipedia. All Access members: FREE | Trail […]
Have you ever talked to an owl? Come on an owl prowl and learn about our resident Barred Owls at Riveredge. We might even be lucky enough to communicate with our feathered friends! Free to all, pre-registration required. Click Here to Register
Learn how to properly trim your evergreen trees to create festive and natural holiday decorations. Under the guidance of a Riveredge Naturalist, identify and trim native bows and branches from around Riveredge Nature Center. Then weave our materials into a welcoming table wreath to use during your holiday entertaining or as a beautiful and unique […]
Are you a new member to Riveredge, interested in learning more about membership, or looking to meet other members? Take a 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 […]
Employees (and their immediate families) of businesses/organizations with Riveredge Corporate Memberships can visit Riveredge for free on select weekends. Opportunity includes unlimited access at the Trail Pass Family Memberships level.
Big Foot, Yeti, Sasquatch! Who makes the biggest tracks at Riveredge? Who makes the smallest trails? Join a naturalist on a hunt for the mysterious clues that animals leave behind. Sharpen your tracking skills as we search for signs of animals big and small. All Access members: FREE | Trail Pass members: $5.00 | Non-members: […]
Let’s explore the Kettle Moraine at night! Bring your headlamp or flashlight and be ready to take a hike in the dark and discover what we can find in a hilly woods in a whole new light. Please make sure to abide by having a vehicle admission sticker. Bring flashlights, headlamps, dress for cool weather, […]
New and experienced birders needed to count birds within a 15 mile circle around Riveredge. Backyard feeder counters needed as well. Help for all or part of the day! Contact Mary Holleback at [email protected] or 262-416-1224 to sign up.
Birds have incredible adaptations to survive in the frosty weather. Find and follow clues that will lead you to discover their secrets! While you’re at it, learn to use some birding tricks and tools that will help you enjoy birds wherever you are. You’ll leave with new ideas on how you can create a habitat […]
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. Photo Club is free to attend and for the time being takes place virtually. Join Zoom Meeting […]
Join us in celebrating the end of 2020 and welcome in 2021 together with other families at NOON! We'll meet in the parking lot at Lion's Den Gorge Preserve and hike our way to the beach. We'll collect natural confetti to throw at noon, build cairns to decorate the beach, search for interesting rocks and […]
Sorry, no brunch this year…But the first day of a new year is still a great day for socially-distanced birding. Our annual field trip begins 7 a.m. at the Port Washington Marina Boat Ramp. Dress for the weather, bring a mask and avoid carpooling.