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Photo Club
Photo Club
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.
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Small Plates, Big Brews
Small Plates, Big Brews
Learn a bit about the Fermentorium brewery, the beers they are showcasing and discover the inspiration behind the pairings from the Chef and his team.
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CRP Watershed Bus Tour
CRP Watershed Bus Tour
See the Milwaukee River Watershed from a new perspective by touring different locations working to improve the health of the watershed!
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Open Climb
Open Climb
Tree Climbing programs are designed for participants age 7 and up, with no experience. We make it safe and easy!
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Kid’s Mindfulness Series: Fall River Romp- Canceled
Kid’s Mindfulness Series: Fall River Romp- Canceled
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.
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Little Explorers Playgroup
Little Explorers Playgroup
These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play.
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Memory Cafe
Memory Cafe
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.
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OWBC: Big Sit!
OWBC: Big Sit!
The Big Sit! is like a Big Day or a birdathon in that the object is to tally as many species as can be seen or heard within 24 hours.
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Canceled All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga Flow- Canceled
Canceled All-Levels Vinyasa Yoga Flow- Canceled
Flow through a vinyasa practice for all levels, aligning the body and breath while grounding in the natural world at Riveredge Nature Center, under the guidance of Samantha Lammers of SOYO Studios.
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Canceled Intro to Yoga with SOYO Yoga Studio- CANCELED
Canceled Intro to Yoga with SOYO Yoga Studio- CANCELED
Learn about yoga as a lifestyle, beyond bending your body.Yoga is about your breath and your connection with the natural world around you.
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CANCELLED OWBC: Bluebird Workshop at Lac Lawrann
CANCELLED OWBC: Bluebird Workshop at Lac Lawrann
This program has been cancelled. Please consider attending the OWBC Big Sit event on October 8th instead!
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Management of Late Season Composites and Their Native Pollinators
Management of Late Season Composites and Their Native Pollinators
A day in the field discussing pollinator conservation and identifying a great variety of asters and goldenrod species in their habitats.
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Stroll with a Naturalist: Fall Colors
Stroll with a Naturalist: Fall Colors
Join a naturalist for a casual walk on the trails in search of fall colors. These educational programs will give you a better understanding of the flora and fauna of the nature center as well as the history of the land.
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Canceled Small Plates, Big Brews- Canceled
Canceled Small Plates, Big Brews- Canceled
Learn a bit about the Fermentorium brewery, the beers they are showcasing and discover the inspiration behind the pairings from the Chef and his team.
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Fall Foliage Paddle
Fall Foliage Paddle
Join Riveredge for a scenic paddle on Little Cedar Lake at Ackerman’s Grove County Park to celebrate fall transitions and immerse yourself in stunning autumn colors. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. No experience necessary!
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Open Climb
Open Climb
Tree Climbing programs are designed for participants age 7 and up, with no experience. We make it safe and easy!
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Autumn Acoustics Riveredge Music Festival
Autumn Acoustics Riveredge Music Festival
Autumn Acoustics is Riveredge's brand new outdoor music festival. See bands on two stages as the fall colors start to turn. Genres include folk, bluegrass, indie rock, and singer-songwriter. Hike (or shuttle) between acts, with fall-themed beverages and food. Interactive art experiences and art vendors will also bring their visual splendor to the experience. Dress for the weather and let musicians serenade you beneath the trees.
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Nature Tots: Going Batty!
Nature Tots: Going Batty!
We are going batty for this session of Nature Tots! We will craft, play, sing, and hike to learn all about our nocturnal neighbors.
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Tree & Shrub Sale Deadline
Tree & Shrub Sale Deadline
October 20th is the last day to order from our Native Tree and Shrub Sale! Please click HERE to order plants! (Please be aware that pickup is at the Sugarbush House on October 29th, 9am-2pm)
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Trails & Treats
Trails & Treats
Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun will be scattered about the land. Visit educators in costume and dive into hands-on experiences handling insects and examining animal bones!
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Trails & Treats
Trails & Treats
Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun will be scattered about the land. Visit educators in costume and dive into hands-on experiences handling insects and examining animal bones!
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Trails & Treats
Trails & Treats
Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun will be scattered about the land. Visit educators in costume and dive into hands-on experiences handling insects and examining animal bones!
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Trails & Treats
Trails & Treats
Choose your own adventure along a 1.5 mile loop, as activity stations and fun will be scattered about the land. Visit educators in costume and dive into hands-on experiences handling insects and examining animal bones!
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1 event,
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Photo Club
Photo Club
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.
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SAWW Chainsaw Training Level 1
SAWW Chainsaw Training Level 1
Topics include: personal protective equipment (PPE); body mechanics; chainsaw safety features; the chain and the cutter tooth; reactive forces; planning and executing tree felling, limbing, and bucking
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SAWW Chainsaw Training Level 2
SAWW Chainsaw Training Level 2
Topics include: basic chainsaw maintenance; review of the cutter tooth and hands-on sharpening; introduction to wedges; planning and executing tree felling; planning and executing limbing and bucking.
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Little Explorers Playgroup
Little Explorers Playgroup
These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play.
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Stroll with a Naturalist: Preparing for Winter
Stroll with a Naturalist: Preparing for Winter
Join a naturalist for a casual walk on the trails in search of fall colors. These educational programs will give you a better understanding of the flora and fauna of the nature center as well as the history of the land.
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Day for Dogs
Day for Dogs
Riveredge invites dogs and their families to a special access day to hike our trails and enjoy the beauty of our sanctuary. Show your pups a piece of pristine nature and learn why sanctuaries like Riveredge must balance pets with local wildlife and plants. It’s the one day of the year where dogs can become Riveredge Kids too!
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Tree & Shrub ORDER PICKUP
Tree & Shrub ORDER PICKUP
If you ordered something from our fall Native Tree & Shrub Sale, now is the time to pick up your new plants! Please pick up your order at the Sugarbush House between 9am and 2pm. Thank you for supporting Riveredge Nature Center.
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Growing Green: Garlic Planting
Growing Green: Garlic Planting
While winter is coming, we are already thinking about spring! Come help out at the Riveredge Farm by planting garlic bulbs for the coming growing season. You'll learn about different varietals and how to plant and care for garlic in your own garden. There is no cost to this program, we appreciate your contributions to […]
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Open House: Meet John Rakowski
Open House: Meet John Rakowski
Come out to Riveredge Nature Center and meet John Rakowski, our new Executive Director. The Open House will happen from 4pm-6pm! We'll meet in the Barn right next to the Visitor Center to enjoy light refreshments and chat. In addition to meeting John in a casual atmosphere, you'll also get to hear more about our […]
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Memory Cafe
Memory Cafe
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.
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Reset Your Rhythm: Daylights Savings Yoga Flow
Reset Your Rhythm: Daylights Savings Yoga Flow
Daylight savings time can be the perfect time to reset your body and mind for the upcoming season.
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