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TRAILS & TREATS

October 24 @ 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm, and 7:00 pm

TRAILS & TREATS

Join us for an evening of tricks and treats for kids on the trails of Riveredge! 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! Enjoy a crackling campfire with family and friends and grab a treat bag to go on your way out for the evening. Popcorn, Cider and Cocoa available for purchase.  Costumes and flashlights are encouraged!

3 Sessions Available:
– Session 1: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm (Arrive anytime within the session)
– Session 2: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm FULL
– Session 3: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm (Arrive at 7pm start time)

For ages 2-12 | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Member kids: $5 | Non-member kids: $10 (Supervising adults attend free!)
Pre-register by October 23 at 11:55 pm. WALK INS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 7PM.

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*MEMBERS: Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.

Members:

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 discount 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.

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October 24, 2025 @ 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

TREE CLIMBING FESTIVAL

TREE CLIMBING FESTIVAL

Tree Climbing Festival

Saturday, October 18

10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Climbs every 20 minutes
For adult and/or youth climbers, open to everyone ages 7+ | $25 per participant

**As of 10/14, please only register for sessions before 12pm**

Register for Tree Climbing Festival

Want to get up into the trees? Encounter the giants of the forest and explore trees from a new perspective as you climb into the canopy under the guidance of trained facilitators. Ascend to the top, swing from a branch, or try a “bat hang” – Adventure awaits!

The Tree Climbing Festival Registration includes 20 minutes of climb time (please choose a time slot when registering), a scavenger hunt along the trails, a naturalist-led hands-on nature investigation, and access to picnic areas for lunch (please pack a lunch and be mindful of single use plastic waste).

Pricing*: $25 per participant – Includes 20 minutes of tree climbing

Open to individuals as well as groups, as long as all climbers are 7+ years old, with limit of 10 participants per 20 minute climbing time slot.

At least one adult chaperone per 10 youth is required for youth / scouting groups.

Pre-registration is required by midnight October 17. Use the button below to register for a 20 minute tree climbing slot.

Register for Tree Climbing Festival

*If an adult or child with a registered climber wants to attend the festival without climbing, you can add a non-climber registration for $7 using the button above and choosing the non-climber option. The non-climber must be ages 7+ and registered with at least one climber.

questions?

If you have questions or need more information about the festival, please contact Alina Prahl at aprahl@riveredge.us or 262-375-2715.

Email Alina
a young child smiels at the camera while hanging upside down from a tree in a harness with tree climbing ropes
3 kids hang from ropes in a tree in the Riveredge forest

October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

SCOUTS & GIRL SCOUTS TREE CLIMBING FESTIVAL

SCOUTS & GIRL SCOUTS TREE CLIMBING FESTIVAL

Scouts & Girl Scouts Tree Climbing Festival

Saturday, September 20

10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Climbs every 20 minutes
For scouts ages 7+ | $25 per scout

Register for Scouts & Girl Scouts Tree Climbing Festival

Do you have Scouts or Girl Scouts that you’d love to send up into the trees? Encounter the giants of the forest and explore trees from a new perspective as you climb into the canopy under the guidance of trained facilitators. Ascend to the top, swing from a branch, or try a “bat hang” – Adventure awaits!

The Tree Climbing Festival Registration includes 20 minutes of climb time (please register for the time slot when you would like to begin), a scavenger hunt along the trails, a naturalist-led hands-on nature investigation, and access to picnic areas for lunch (please pack a bagged lunch and be mindful of single use plastic waste).

For scouts ages 7+
Pricing*: $25 per scout – Includes 20 minutes of tree climbing

At least one adult chaperone per 10 youth is required for scout groups. Limit of 10 participants per 20 minute climbing time slot.

Pre-registration is required by September 18 at 11:55 pm. Use the button below to register for a 20 minute tree climbing slot.

Register for Scouts & Girl Scouts Tree Climbing Festival

*If a child related to a registered climber wants to attend the festival without climbing, you can add a non-climber registration for $7 using the button above and choosing the non-climber option. The non-climber must be ages 7+ and registered with at least one climber.

questions?

If you have questions or need more information about the festival, please contact Alina Prahl at aprahl@riveredge.us or 262-375-2715.

Email Alina
2 boys in tree climbing harnesses with helmets on hang from the Riveredge trees with ropes
7 girl scouts stand in the autumn Riveredge woods wearing tree climbing helmets and smiling at the camera
a group of kids with harnesses hang from trees in the woods at Riveredge

September 20, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

FREE Family Nature Club: Welcome Back!

September 8 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Family Nature Club: Welcome Back!

Hip Hip Hooray- Family Nature Club is back in session! Join other families to start the school year off with a Family Nature Club celebration. We will catch up with each other, catch crayfish, play games, enjoy a potluck dinner together and end the day with s’mores (our treat!). 🍉

Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration required by September 7 at 11:59 pm.

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Family Nature Club is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

September 8, 2025 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge West Parking Lot for River Outpost and Connie’s Clasroom

4301 County Road Y
Saukville, WI 53080 United States + Google Map

Family Fishing Fun

August 22 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Family Fishing Fun

Bring your family to Riveredge Nature Center and spend some time by the pond learning to fish with the experts! Led by Riveredge Educators and our own professional Angler Matt Smith, you’ll learn about Wisconsin rules and regulations, safety skills, identification of common fish species, gear, knots, and of course, how to cast the perfect line. All fish will be catch and release and all equipment will be provided or feel free to bring your own if you prefer.

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.
Children under 16 do not need a fishing license to participate.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is required by August 21 at 11:59 pm.

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August 22, 2025 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

Family Fishing Fun

August 15 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Family Fishing Fun

Bring your family to spend some time by the pond learning to fish with the experts! Led by Riveredge Educators and our own professional Angler Matt Smith, you’ll learn about Wisconsin rules and regulations, safety skills, identification of common fish species, gear, knots, and of course, how to cast the perfect line. All fish will be catch and release and all equipment will be provided or feel free to bring your own if you prefer.

This program will be held at Fireman’s Park in Newburg (address below).

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.
Children under 16 do not need a fishing license to participate.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is required by August 14 at 11:59 pm.

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    Donations appreciated

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August 15, 2025 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Newburg Fireman’s Park

508 Main St.
Newburg, WI 53060 United States

Family Fishing Fun

August 8 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Family Fishing Fun

Bring your family to Riveredge Nature Center and spend some time by the pond learning to fish with the experts! Led by Riveredge Educators and our own professional Angler Matt Smith, you’ll learn about Wisconsin rules and regulations, safety skills, identification of common fish species, gear, knots, and of course, how to cast the perfect line. All fish will be catch and release and all equipment will be provided or feel free to bring your own if you prefer.

This progam will be held at River Hill Park in Kewaskum (address below).

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.
Children under 16 do not need a fishing license to participate.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is required by August 7 at 11:59 pm.

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    All ages welcome! | Free
    Donations appreciated

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August 8, 2025 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Kewaskum River Hill Park

1150 Parkview Drive
Kewaskum, WI 53040 United States + Google Map

Family Fishing Fun

July 25 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Family Fishing Fun

Bring your family to Riveredge Nature Center and spend some time by the pond learning to fish with the experts! Led by Riveredge Educators and our own professional Angler Matt Smith, you’ll learn about Wisconsin rules and regulations, safety skills, identification of common fish species, gear, knots, and of course, how to cast the perfect line. All fish will be catch and release and all equipment will be provided or feel free to bring your own if you prefer.

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.
Children under 16 do not need a fishing license to participate.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is required by July 24 at 11:59 pm.

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July 25, 2025 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

Little Explorers Playgroup

August 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Little Explorers Playgroup

Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old.  These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to tag along too.

Members*: $3 | Non-members: $7

Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended.

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*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

How to Register as a Member
Cancellation Policies

August 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

Cooped Up Naturalist: Drop-In Naturalist Session

August 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Cooped Up Naturalist: Drop-In Naturalist Session

SOS! A Riveredge Naturalist has been cooped up in the Coop near Farm Pond and is looking for some curious folks to listen to all they’ve learned about the landscape around them. Explore seasonal nature objects (pelts, bones, stones, dried plants, seeds, or branches), check out an ID book for your hike, and bring your questions.

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult 18+.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is not required, but helpful.

Register Here

August 9, 2025 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

Riveredge Nature Center

4458 County Hwy Y
Saukville, WI United States + Google Map
(262) 375-2715

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