Tea & Topics: Agroforestry (In-Person and Virtual)

November 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: Agroforestry at Riveredge & on Zoom

Are you interested in planting native tree species for landscape diversity or wildlife restoration purposes? Would you like to increase the yield of your native fruit and nut trees, or berry bushes? Then this program is for you. Matt Smith, Riveredge’s director of research & conservation, will share insights into how to increase your success by better understanding the care and management of native grown species.

This program is offered in-person and virtually. If joining in person, meet at Riveredge in the barn. Zoom link is found below!

Tea & Topics are always free to join! | Ages 18+

Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended for the In-Person option. No registration necessary for those joining on Zoom.

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November 14 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
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Tea & Topics: Beavers in the Milwaukee River (In Person and Virtual)

March 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics Beavers in the Milwaukee River In Person and Virtual

Beavers are ecosystem engineers with the ability to build and maintain diverse wetland habitats. Beaver ponds have the potential to store and filter floodwater and increase the quality and quantity of habitat for fish, birds, mammals, and other wildlife. Cheryl Nenn from Milwaukee Riverkeeper to discuss the current beaver populations within the Milwaukee River Basin, how humans are partnering with beavers around the world to reduce flooding and increase wetlands, and how beavers might be able to play a larger role in our watershed in the future.

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March 14 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

4458 County Hwy Y (Hawthorne Dr)
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Tea & Topics: Bird Research

February 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics Bird Research

Riveredge Nature Center has a rich legacy of avian research through community science. We study birds year round through bird banding, bird surveys and monitoring. Come learn about the different ornithological research projects at Riveredge and how you can get involved! Join researcher, Jana Gedymin to learn about the different ornithological research projects at Riveredge and how you can get involved.

Enjoy lunch or a snack while you learn in person with us, or on Zoom.

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Tea & Topics are always free to join! | Ages 16+

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February 8 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: Winter Prairie Plant ID

January 11 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics Winter Prairie Plant ID with Matt Smith

Wish you knew more about the native plants at Riveredge Nature Center… and maybe even in your own backyard? Join Matt Smith, Riveredge’s Director of Research and Conservation, to learn about winter plant identification and their pollinator importance.

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January 11 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: A Wealth of Nature with Eddee Daniel

December 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics A Wealth of Nature with Eddee Daniel

A Wealth of Nature Near You! Southeastern Wisconsin has exemplary parks and natural areas that are just waiting to be explored. Join photo journalist and paddler, Eddee Daniel, as he takes you on a virtual tour of some of the special gems in our region. Along the way you will learn about efforts to preserve & protect these special places.

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December 14, 2023 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: The Great Lakes (in person and on Zoom)

November 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics The Great Lakes

20,000 years in the blink of an eye: The past, present, and future of the Great Lakes with Titus Seilheimer!

A biological journey of discovery from the shaping of the Great Lakes by the glaciers, to human alterations and into the future climate. Titus has been a fisheries specialist with Wisconsin Sea Grant since 2012 where he leads research, outreach and eduction activities focused on Great Lake fisheries and ecosystems.

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November 9, 2023 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: Invasives Part II: Herbaceous Species

April 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics Invasives Part 2: Herbaceous Species

Have you ever wondered what plants are “”invasive”” and why? What do they look like? Why are they ecologically undesirable? Do you have any in your yard or woods? And, what can we do about them? Join us for an informative conversation that will address all the basics about herbaceous invasive species!

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April 13, 2023 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: OutWiGo

March 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics OutWiGo The Wonders of Harrington Beach and Kohler Andre State Parks

Title: OutWiGo: A Visit to Harrington Beach and Kohler-Andrae State Parks and Kohler Park Dunes State Natural Area. Take a virtual visit to Harrington Beach and Kohler-Andrae State Parks with park naturalist Phyllis McKenzie to discover the cultural and natural history of these nearby parks. Check out the opportunities for improving your health and wellness by visiting and getting involved at these special gems.

This free program will be available both in-person and virtually on Zoom. The in-person event will be located at the Riveredge Barn (park in the main visitor center lot).

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March 9, 2023 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics: The Soil Underfoot

February 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics The Soil Underfoot with Mary Ann Ihm

Besides being a non-profit education center, Wellspring has been an organic farm for 35 seasons. Mary Ann Ihm, the founder of this 40-year-old organization, has had her fingers in the soil for over 45 years. Sometimes called “the Compost Queen”, she loves to help people learn how to build and enhance the soil. To her, soil is a living community with nutrients that nourish growing plants. Wellspring is a neighbor of Riveredge, just across the river to the north and has partnered with us in the Growing Green program this year.

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February 9, 2023 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics / Lunch & Learn: What’s the Deal with Invasive Species

January 12 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Tea & Topics What’s the Deal with Invasive Species with Joe Mantoan Jr

Have you ever wondered what plants are “invasive” and why? What do they look like? Why are they ecologically undesirable? Do you have any in your yard or woods? And, what can we do about them? Join us for an informative conversation that will address all the basics about both woody and herbaceous invasive species!

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January 12, 2023 @ 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

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