December 21 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
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 Celebration: Adventure and Exploration Day at Riveredge is designed for folks of all ages to get active outdoors and discover a variety of ways to enjoy nature. Adventure awaits!
– Guided Hikes 11am, 1pm, 3pm | 1 hour long
– Crafting in the Coop 2-6pm | Bring a recycled, clean glass jar to make a luminary! Extra will be available. We will also be making bird feeders and coloring mindfulness mandalas.
– Bonfire 4:30-8pm | S’mores and healthy snacks will be provided
– Winter Solstice Yoga 5-6pm | Register separately here – $15 for non-members, $10 for members
– Night Hikes 5-6pm, 6:15-7pm | Please do not use a flashlight or headlamp. Instead, we will let our eyes adjust to the darkness.
Free for all participants (except yoga). Pre-register by December 20 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available. Pre-registration required for yoga by December 20 at 11:55 pm.
Register Here Add Yoga
This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
December 21, 2024
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10:00 am
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8:00 pm
May 17 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
SAVE THE DATE!
Frothy Forage
Drink and do good! The Frothy Forage showcases local breweries, wineries, and cideries in the stunning natural setting of Riveredge Nature Center.
Enjoy three hours of sampling in a custom glass from over 15 local purveyors. Take a stroll through beautifully restored prairies, woodlands, and wetlands with food trucks and live music along the way.
All proceeds support Riveredge’s mission of connecting people to nature through environmental education and conservation in southeastern Wisconsin.
This event is rain or shine!
Ages 21+ only
$50 early bird (before 5/3)
$60 5/4 to 5/16
$65 Day of
$10 Designated Driver
Purchase Tickets Here
Sponsorship Opportunities
Drinks: We are lucky to partner with amazing local breweries and wineries for this event, and they always come ready with the most wonderful variety of beverages to sample. From smooth, chocolate porters to crisp and piney IPAs, from shimmering Rieslings to tangy ciders, there are sure to be drinks for everyone’s palate!
Food: When one is drinking, hiking and potentially dancing (live your best life, right?) it is of the utmost importance to stay appropriately fueled. Never fear, some fantastic local food trucks will be onsite with mouthwatering fare to purchase!
Members: Follow the instructions using the button below to login to your member account. You can use this login to check your membership status, see your expiration date, and renew your membership as well.
If you need help checking your membership status or 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.
To become a member, click here
Cancellation Policy: Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable. Contact the Center at 262-375-2715 with transfer requests.
May 17, 2025
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12:00 pm
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4:00 pm
March 29 and 30 @ 9:00 am, 10:30 am, and 12:00 pm
Pancake Breakfast
We invite you to join us as we close out the maple sugarin’ season the best way we know how- with all you can eat pancakes held outside right in the middle of the Sugarbush.
Menu includes all you can eat pancakes (not gluten free) along with pure maple syrup (with optional pickle!), a serving of ham, coffee, and juice. See below for more information about parking, weather, drinks, and more.
Non-Member: $15 | Members: $12 | 3 & under: Free
Pre-registration is now closed. Walk in spots are available for all time slots.
Pre-registration is now closed. Walk in spots are available for all time slots.
Important Details for Attendees
• Park at the Visitor’s Center for your scheduled seating time (If someone in your group has mobility issues, you’re welcome to drop them off at the Sugarbush House and then park at the Visitor’s Center).
• Check in takes place at the Visitor’s Center.
• Hike to Sugarbush House.
• The program takes place outdoors, so dress for the weather. We pancake rain or shine. Or snow. Or frogs. You get the drift.
• Event concludes an hour after beginning so that we can clean for the next seating.
• We’ll be cooking all-you-can-eat pancakes for additional servings.
• Mimosas and beer are available for purchase, please bring cash if this is of interest.
• Maple sugarin’ season items for sale in the Nature Store in the Visitor’s Center, which will be open.
• The trails may be muddy…we recommend that you wear hiking or mud boots.
Members: Follow 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.
If 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.
To become a member, click here
Tickets can be refunded 75% up to two weeks before the event and 50% up to one week before. No refunds will be issued less than a week before the event
March 29, 2025
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9:00 am
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1:00 pm
August 8 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Kayaking for Adults
Learn how to kayak with Riveredge! This class is designed for adults (ages 18+) who have little or no kayaking experience. A Riveredge Adventure Educator will introduce you to the fundamentals of kayaking on calm water, including essential gear, paddling technique, and safety measures. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. You provide a hat, sunscreen, water, and enthusiasm. Participants must know how to swim. We will use single person kayaks. Park pass is required and not included in the fee.
Meet at Leonard J. Yahr County Park in West Bend (address below).
Ages 18+
Members*: $30 | Non-members: $40
Pre-registration required by August 7 at 12:00 pm (noon).
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.
Members:
Follow 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.
If 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.
To become a member, click here
August 8, 2024
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5:00 pm
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7:30 pm
