March 25 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free Family Nature Club
in Milwaukee
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.
This Family Nature Club will meet at Lake Park Pavillion
Spanning expansive, meadow-like areas, Lake Park features winding wooded paths that lead visitors through lush landscapes, offering surprising vistas and peaceful spots to relax. The park is home to the North Point Lighthouse, a historic landmark that provides a glimpse into the city’s maritime past.
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 March 24 at 11:59 pm.
Register Here
Family Nature Club is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
March 25
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5:00 pm
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7:00 pm
March 9 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free Family Nature Club
in Port Washington
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.
This Family Nature Club will meet at Birchwood Hills Nature Preserve in Port Washington (address below). If construction impedes access to the Preserve’s parking lot, please park on Norport Dr. near Antoine Park and walk a short ways to Birchwood Hills Preserve trails.
Birchwood Hills Nature Preserve is a 23 acre perserve with walking trails though wetlands and woodlands, uplands, ponds and streams.
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 March 8 at 11:59 pm.
Register Here
Family Nature Club is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
March 9
@
5:00 pm
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7:00 pm
2-Part Series: April 15 & 18
Discover Wisconsin Ducks!
Part 2: Field Day
Discover Wisconsin’s duck species and learn when, where, and how to identify them in the field with expert birder Jeff Bahls, President of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club and 2018 recipient of the Wisconsin Society of Ornithology’s Bronze Passenger Pigeon Award. This two-part workshop includes an introductory lecture at Riveredge Nature Center followed by a guided field experience at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area, Wisconsin’s largest cattail marsh. Participants will explore duck “hot spots” and practice real-time identification techniques in the field.
4/15 5:30-6:30pm – Lecture at Riveredge: Held on-site at Riveredge Nature Center, this session will introduce Wisconsin duck species, behavior, and identification basics.
4/18 8:00-11:00am – Field Day at Horicon Marsh: The field portion will be held entirely outdoors and will involve walking and standing on grassy or gravel trails. Please dress for the weather, wear layers, and choose appropriate walking or hiking shoes.
Please note: Transportation to Horicon Marsh not provided.
Ages 7+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Member Adult (age 18+): $40 | Non-member Adult (age 18+): $45
Member Child (age 7-17): $15 | Non-member Child (age 7-17): $20
Pre-registration required by April 14 at 11:59 pm. Participants must be able to attend both days.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Please login (for the member price) 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
April 18
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8:00 am
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11:00 am
2-Part Series: April 15 & 18
Discover Wisconsin Ducks!
Part 1: Lecture
Discover Wisconsin’s duck species and learn when, where, and how to identify them in the field with expert birder Jeff Bahls, President of the Horicon Marsh Bird Club and 2018 recipient of the Wisconsin Society of Ornithology’s Bronze Passenger Pigeon Award. This two-part workshop includes an introductory lecture at Riveredge Nature Center followed by a guided field experience at Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area, Wisconsin’s largest cattail marsh. Participants will explore duck “hot spots” and practice real-time identification techniques in the field.
4/15 5:30-6:30pm – Lecture at Riveredge: Held on-site at Riveredge Nature Center, this session will introduce Wisconsin duck species, behavior, and identification basics.
4/18 8:00-11:00am – Field Day at Horicon Marsh: The field portion will be held entirely outdoors and will involve walking and standing on grassy or gravel trails. Please dress for the weather, wear layers, and choose appropriate walking or hiking shoes.
Please note: Transportation to Horicon Marsh not provided.
Ages 7+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Member Adult (age 18+): $40 | Non-member Adult (age 18+): $45
Member Child (age 7-17): $15 | Non-member Child (age 7-17): $20
Pre-registration required by April 14 at 11:59 pm. Participants must be able to attend both days.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Please login (for the member price) 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
April 15
@
5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
April 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am & 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Spring Egg Hunt
Join us for a special egg hunt event, Riveredge style! Families are invited to hike ~1 mile trail while children encounter stations to gather eggs from. Our eggs are filled with candy-free, nature inspired objects- some include tickets, which can be redeemed for a prize of your child’s choice. After your hike, enjoy the springtime air and play in the natural play area!
This event is designed for ages 1 to 10 years.
Members*: $5 | Non-members: $10
2 time spots are available: 10:00 am – 11:00 am and 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended as this event may fill up. Registration is required for children only, not parents or guardians. The route is stroller friendly.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Please login (for the member price) 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
April 4
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10:00 am
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12:15 pm
March 28 @ 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 and an optional pickle, a serving of ham, coffee, and juice. See below for more information about parking, weather, drinks, and more.
Non-Member: $18 | Members: $15 | 3 & under: Free
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
3 times are available – 9:00-10:15am, 10:30-11:45am, 12:00-1:15pm.
Early pre-registration is highly recommended as this event is expected to fill fast with only 1 day this year. If any space is left, walk-in spots may be available.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Please login (for the member price) by following these instructions.
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 28
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9:00 am
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1:30 pm
March 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Member Exclusive
Maple Syrup Supper
We can’t think of a better group to celebrate the start of the maple sugarin’ season with than our awesome members! Members (and any guests they’d like to bring with them!) are invited to eat, drink, and be merry while learning more about the sugarin’ season. Each participant (ages 4+) will receive a free drink ticket for this special supper! Please indicate any dietary restrictions or allergies when you register. See below for more information about the menu, activities, and registration instructions.
Members, you can register non-member guests with your own registration. Non-members are not able to register separately for this member exclusive event. Not a member? Click here for more information on membership.
Adults & Teens (ages 12+): $28 | Children (ages 4-11): $15 | 3 & under: Free, but please indicate if they will need a seat
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-registration required by March 5 at 5:30 pm. Early registration is highly recommended as this event can fill fast!
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Please login by following these instructions.
On the menu: A delicious feast featuring just the right infusion of maple syrup with each dish. Gluten-free/vegetarian/vegan options must be requested at the time of registration.
– Fresh salad w/ maple vinaigrette
– Maple bacon roasted vegetables (without bacon for vegetarians)
– Cheesy potatoes
– Maple pulled pork
– Butternut squash bars for dessert
Dinner and a show: After dinner, join us for a special night-time visit to the Sugarbush House to see where and how all the maple magic happens and hear the sap report! We want this to be a real party, so we’re encouraging members to invite their non-member friends and family to join them in the celebration as a great introduction to Riveredge and the sugarin’ season. If bringing guests, please register them under your own account so we can make sure everyone is coming at the invite of our members.
Cost: Adults & Teens: $28 (ages 12+), Children (ages 4-11): $15, Children (3 & under): Free, but please indicate if they will need a seat
Registration: Members will need to sign in to your account on the registration page to access this event. 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 don’t see the registration page 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 6
@
5:30 pm
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8:30 pm
February 24 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
CANCELLED
Free Family Nature Club
in Fredonia
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.
This Family Nature Club will meet at Huiras Lake in Fredonia
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 February 23 at 11:59 pm.
Register Here
Family Nature Club is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.
February 24
@
5:00 pm
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7:00 pm
