Family Nature Club
We know finding time to get outside can be tough and that figuring out what to do once outside can be even more difficult. That’s why Riveredge Nature Center has started a community-based Family Nature Club series visiting locations throughout Ozaukee, Washington, and Sheboygan Counties.
What is Family Nature Club?
- Family Nature Club provides scheduled family time during the week, where members can work and play together outside without distractions.
- Family Nature Club gatherings take place monthly from September to June, and our club leaders take charge of all the organizing of trips and activities and allow families to focus on bonding, instead of planning.
- Not only will you connect as a family, but you’ll meet other families with similar values and interests and experience natural areas and activities throughout your community that you can return to again and again.
Ready to join the club? Check out the Facebook group with the button below to see what’s coming up in a community near you! The club is totally free, and you can join at any time- no long term commitment needed!
Upcoming Meetings:
Please see our events calendar (updated quarterly) and click on any Family Nature Club event to see details and RSVP!
Family Nature Club is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
Calendar of Events
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Visitor Center Closed. Trails Open Dawn to Dusk
The visitor center will be closed, but trails will remain open dawn to dusk.
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Free Family Nature Club in Milwaukee
Free Family Nature Club in Milwaukee
At Havenwoods State Forest in Milwaukee: Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
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Free Healthy Cooking Class – African Peanut Stew
Free Healthy Cooking Class – African Peanut Stew
Learn to prepare a nourishing, hearty African Peanut Stew! This interactive class guides you through a step-by-step recipe featuring wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes, tomatoes, greens, and protein-rich peanuts.
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Visitor Center Renovations Listening Session at Sahale Ale Works in Grafton
Visitor Center Renovations Listening Session at Sahale Ale Works in Grafton
We enthusiastically welcome you to attend any of our scheduled listening sessions to hear more about the exciting plans for Riveredge's future.
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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.
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.
Holiday Wreath Making
Holiday Wreath Making
Make your own winter wreath for the holidays with Riveredge Nature Center! You will take home a 16” diameter wreath for yourself or as a holiday gift.
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Yule Log Dinner & Hunt
Yule Log Dinner & Hunt
Each Winter Solstice members are invited to feast on Yule Log stew and venture out to hunt for the Yule Log by candlelight. Join us to share the bounty of a fantastic year and celebrate winter’s return at this members-exclusive event.
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Yule Log Dinner & Hunt
Yule Log Dinner & Hunt
Each Winter Solstice members are invited to feast on Yule Log stew and venture out to hunt for the Yule Log by candlelight. Join us to share the bounty of a fantastic year and celebrate winter’s return at this members-exclusive event.
Nature Tots: Saturday Session!
Nature Tots: Saturday Session!
Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian.
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Visitor Center Renovations Listening Session at Von Trier in Milwaukee
Visitor Center Renovations Listening Session at Von Trier in Milwaukee
We enthusiastically welcome you to attend any of our scheduled listening sessions to hear more about the exciting plans for Riveredge's future.
1 event,
Free Family Nature Club in West Bend
Free Family Nature Club in West Bend
At Quaas Creek Park in West Bend: Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
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Nature Tots
Nature Tots
Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian.
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Science Thursday Lecture Series: Waterbirds of the Cedarburg Bog
Science Thursday Lecture Series: Waterbirds of the Cedarburg Bog
The Cedarburg Bog is an Important Bird Area (IBA). Its mosaic of dry and wet habitats are used by resident and migratory bird species. Birds not typically found breeding elsewhere, that are attracted by its boreal features, will also be discussed.
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Christmas Bird Count
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!
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Free Healthy Cooking Class – African Peanut Stew
Free Healthy Cooking Class – African Peanut Stew
Learn to prepare a nourishing, hearty African Peanut Stew! This interactive class guides you through a step-by-step recipe featuring wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes, tomatoes, greens, and protein-rich peanuts.
1 event,
Free Family Nature Club in Fredonia
Free Family Nature Club in Fredonia
At the Northern Ozaukee School Forest in Fredonia: Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
2 events,
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.
Visitor Center Renovations Virtual Listening Session
Visitor Center Renovations Virtual Listening Session
We enthusiastically welcome you to attend any of our scheduled listening sessions to hear more about the exciting plans for Riveredge's future.
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Winter Solstice Celebration: Adventure and Exploration Day at Riveredge
Winter Solstice Celebration: Adventure and Exploration Day at Riveredge
Celebrate the Winter Solstice at Riveredge! Awaken your curiosity, engage your body, and explore the beautifully restored Riveredge landscape through self-guided and educator-led activities.
Winter Solstice Yoga
Winter Solstice Yoga
Flow through the darkest day of the year, taking cues from nature, to honor the season of rest. Yoga instructor, Mary Addy, will guide a slow, gentle, and introspective movement practice.
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Visitor Center Closed. Trails Open Dawn to Dusk
The visitor center will be closed, but trails will remain open dawn to dusk.
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Little Explorers Winter Camp Session
Little Explorers Winter Camp Session
These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play.
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Visitor Center Closed. Trails Open Dawn to Dusk
The visitor center will be closed, but trails will remain open dawn to dusk.
OWBC New Years Field Trip & Lunch
OWBC New Years Field Trip & Lunch
Join the Oz. Wash. Birding Coalition for their annual New Year’s Day Birding Field Trip in search of new birds for your 2025 list! Free lunch at Riveredge at noon.
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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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Trails Aglow: Wine Night
Trails Aglow: Wine Night
Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will await you. Snowshoe rental is available!
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Winter Yoga & Mindfulness Retreat
Winter Yoga & Mindfulness Retreat
Enjoy a morning of heat-building yoga in front of a crackling woodstove, followed by setting personal visions for the new year over herbal tea
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Winter Camp 2024
Winter Camp 2024
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