Do you miss camp and wish you had something exciting to do during winter break? Come to Riveredge for our seventh annual Winter Camp. Our beautiful 402 acres unveil a whole new world in winter. During our fun-filled days, we’ll hike, snowshoe, build campfires, create winter crafts, play awesome games and much more! Both indoor […]
No two snowflakes are alike! Young learners are invited to enjoy a snowflake story while munching popcorn followed by a magical hike outdoors to look at snowflakes up close. We'll even create our own frosty paintings before saying goodbye! Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 1-4 years old, accompanied by […]
RESCHEDULED for April 6. Banding and Tracking of Snowy Owls and Red-shouldered Hawks in Wisconsin: Where Were They Before and Where Are They Going Next? Every winter, Snowy Owls drift down into our fair State in search of food and maybe also adventure(!?!) Not too long ago hundreds of ""Snowies"" were scattered across the Wisconsin […]
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 […]
Start your weekend right! Enjoy the beauty and serenity of a crisp snowy evening on skis or snowshoes. Traverse our trails, lighted by the soft glow of lanterns, or those trails lit only by the light of the moon and stars. Updated trail conditions can be found here. Event may be altered/cancelled due to ice […]
Program Details Ages 5 – 17 Recommended ages: 7 - 17; families with 5 & 6 year old participants should reach out to learn more Dates: Fridays, January 7, 14, 21, & 28 2 Sessions Available: 4:30 club or 6:30 club Group ski/snowboard lessons with lots of flexibility Participants also receive a “club card” […]
Join a Riveredge Educator on a wintery morning hike at Lime Kiln Park! This is a family friendly hike where we will look for patterns in the snow, listen to the winter "creak sounds", search for animal tracks, and even play a game or two! Children must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is […]
Chase the Chill! Join us for an hour of Nature Play and share the wonder of winter through outdoor play! We will sled down hills, imaginary ice fish on the pond, build snow forts, have a winter campfire, and then warm ourselves indoors. Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 0 […]
The plants of temperate and boreal regions have several adaptations that allow them to survive extreme low temperatures and the freeze-drying associated with long winters. Join Dr. James Reinartz, Director emeritus, UWM Field Station to explore all of the aspects of plant life in the winter. He'll especially discuss what is known about the special […]
Program Details Ages 5 – 17 Recommended ages: 7 - 17; families with 5 & 6 year old participants should reach out to learn more Dates: Fridays, January 7, 14, 21, & 28 2 Sessions Available: 4:30 club or 6:30 club Group ski/snowboard lessons with lots of flexibility Participants also receive a “club card” […]
Price does not include equipment. You are absolutely welcome to bring your own snowshoes or skis, or make it easy and rent a a pair of our snowshoes! ($10 per hour for non-members, $5 per hour for Trail Pass members, and FREE for All-Access Members). Pre-registration recommended!
Big Foot, Yeti, Sasquatch! Who makes the biggest tracks at Riveredge? Who makes the smallest trails? Join a naturalist on a hunt for the 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 | Non-Members: $7 […]
Join a Riveredge Educator on a wintery morning hike at Waubedonia Park! This is a family friendly hike where we will look for patterns in the snow, listen to the winter "creak sounds", search for animal tracks, and even play a game or two! Children must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required. […]
Price does not include equipment. You are absolutely welcome to bring your own snowshoes or skis, or make it easy and rent a a pair of our snowshoes! ($10 per hour for non-members, $5 per hour for Trail Pass members, and FREE for All-Access Members). Pre-registration recommended!
Program Details Ages 5 – 17 Recommended ages: 7 - 17; families with 5 & 6 year old participants should reach out to learn more Dates: Fridays, January 7, 14, 21, & 28 2 Sessions Available: 4:30 club or 6:30 club Group ski/snowboard lessons with lots of flexibility Participants also receive a “club card” […]
Stretches, Warmth, and Intention setting for the New Year. Join us for a morning of heat building yoga, followed by setting personal visions for the new year over tea. Stay for a light lunch- salad & veggie chili. For ages 16 and up All Access Members: $30 | Trail Pass Members: $35 | Non-members: $40 […]
Join a Riveredge Educator on a wintery morning hike at River Hill Park! This is a family friendly hike where we will look for patterns in the snow, listen to the winter "creak sounds", search for animal tracks, and even play a game or two! Children must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is […]
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.
Join Riveredge Family Nature Club for a night outdoors. Bring your own sled and race down the slopes at Ridge Run! Prepare for sledding and January weather with your snow gear! We will have hot chocolate to warm up.
Chase the Chill! Join us for an hour of Nature Play and share the wonder of winter through outdoor play! We will sled down hills, imaginary ice fish on the pond, build snow forts, have a winter campfire, and then warm ourselves indoors. Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 0 […]
Join Riveredge teacher naturalist and past president of the Friends of the Bog, Jim Ellis, to learn about his 28 year endeavor to transform his 40 acres from a working farm to a wildlife sanctuary. Developing a supportive community of family and friends has been key to planting approximately 22 acres of prairie and between […]
Start your weekend right! Enjoy the beauty and serenity of a crisp snowy evening on skis or snowshoes. Traverse our trails, lighted by the soft glow of lanterns, or those trails lit only by the light of the moon and stars. Updated trail conditions can be found here. Event may be altered/cancelled due to ice […]
Program Details Ages 5 – 17 Recommended ages: 7 - 17; families with 5 & 6 year old participants should reach out to learn more Dates: Fridays, January 7, 14, 21, & 28 2 Sessions Available: 4:30 club or 6:30 club Group ski/snowboard lessons with lots of flexibility Participants also receive a “club card” […]
What's Up With Wood Ducks? What Research Is telling Us about the Wood Duck Population, Nesting Boxes, and Disease Ecology In the Atlantic Flyway
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.
Start your weekend right! Enjoy the beauty and serenity of a crisp snowy evening on skis or snowshoes. Traverse our trails, lighted by the soft glow of lanterns, or those trails lit only by the light of the moon and stars. Updated trail conditions can be found here. Event may be altered/cancelled due to ice or weather conditions.
Build resiliency & spark joy with this nature-based yoga & mindfulness program. Nature will be our guide as we use our breath, simple yoga poses, & games to feel our best & have fun. This will be an indoor/outdoor program so come dressed for the weather!
Come play and sculpt with snow to create magical art! We will use natural materials and extra colors to add to the art fun! No snow- don’t worry our creative juices will still explore winter art!
Share your love for nature, creativity, and each other at Riveredge this February! Adults are invited to cozy up and settle into a lovely afternoon of craft-making with a mug of hot cocoa, a glass of wine, and light refreshments. Let love inspire you!