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.
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.
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.
Many spring migrants will soon be returning to our area looking for housing. Learn how to attract a wide variety of cavity-nesting birds (including bluebirds) to your yard. We will discuss the pros and cons of different nest box styles and cover the basics of where to place them and how to maintain them. This workshop is meant for amateur and experienced bird lovers. If weather permits, at the end of the program we’ll take a short walk on the bluebird trail to see how to mount and place boxes so dress accordingly.
Ages 12+
This program is free for everyone! Donations are greatly appreciated.
Pre-register by March 6 at 11:59 pm or register at the program if spots are available.
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. Limit of 10 participants per 20 minute climbing time slot.
Youth must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
Pre-registration is HIGHLY recommended by May 29 at 11:59 pm. Use the button above to register for a 20 minute tree climbing slot. Spots may be available the day of the event, but are not guaranteed.
*Filling 10am-12pm sessions first. Should you like to schedule a climbing slot later than 12pm, please inquire.
*If a 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.
questions?
If you have questions or need more information about the festival, please contact Alina Prahl at aprahl@riveredge.us or 262-375-2715.
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. Limit of 10 participants per 20 minute climbing time slot.
Youth must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
Pre-registration is HIGHLY recommended by May 1 at 11:59 pm. Use the button above to register for a 20 minute tree climbing slot. Spots may be available the day of the event, but are not guaranteed.
Can’t make it on May 2nd, but still want to climb? Check out the Tree Climbing Festival on May 30th with the button below!
*If a 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.
questions?
If you have questions or need more information about the festival, please contact Steff Merten at smerten@riveredge.us or 262-375-2715.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Saturday, March 14th 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm $5 per person | Children 2 & under: Free Members will receive an exclusive Maple Sugarin’ Pin!
Presented by CG Schmidt
The fifth season is here- the Maple Sugarin’ Season! Bring your families, bring your friends to celebrate this sappy gift from the trees at Riveredge’s annual Maple Sugarin’ Festival on March 14th!
Choose your adventure as you hike through the maple forest where you can tap a tree, trade nature items for maple candies, observe various means of syrup production through history, complete a sappy scavenger hunt, and create a nature-based craft. Upon arrival at the Sugarbush House, enjoy live music while you sip sap tea, or maple-sugar rimmed beer for the adults, and taste the Riveredge special – pancakes & pickles! You’ll learn just how sap is made into golden & sweet maple syrup.
You can look forward to activities like: – Live Music from 1-3pm – Tree Tappin’ Trading Post – Maple Legends, Stories, and Songs – Try-it-Yourself Tree Tappin’ – Crafting with Natural Materials – Evaporator Demonstration – Delicious Treats! A pancake & pickle in syrup is provided with your registration. Additional pancakes will be available for purchase, as well as… Hot chocolate, Specialty Maple Sugar Coffee, Maple Sugar Rimmed Beer, Sap Tea, and Popcorn.
Parking and Check-in: Parking will be at Newburg Fireman’s Park, and two bus shuttles will be running between the park and Riveredge. There will be spots reserved for those with limited mobility at the Visitor Center. Check-in or register at the Riveredge Visitor Center.
Timing: The event runs from 12-4pm on Saturday March 14th, come and go as you please! Live music at the Sugarbush House from 1-3pm.
Accessibility: We will have accessible parking reserved at the Visitor Center. Riveredge also has TWO all-terrain wheelchairs available to reserve for the event at no cost! Learn more or reserve a wheelchair here. Please note, the pancakes contain gluten, wheat, and dairy.
Weather: Riveredge events run rain, snow, or shine! We will adapt activities as weather demands, and ask that you dress for the forecast. The majority of the event is outdoors. Registration is non-refundable.
Expect the ground to be muddy and wear appropriate footwear. Layers in anticipation of rain are recommended. Event activities are both indoor and outdoor.
*Extra pancake tickets will be available for purchase, cash & Venmo in the pancake line, credit card at concessions. For an all-you-can-eat pancake experience, check out the Pancake Breakfast on March 28th.
*Plus baked good available for purchase from Bethmayhem:
Pre-register by March 13 at 4:00 pm or register at the event. Pre-registration is highly recommended so Riveredge can prepare enough pancakes, syrup, exclusive maple sugarin’ pins for members, and other supplies for everyone to enjoy. Happy sugarin’ season!
The Maple Sugarin’ Festival is proudly sponsored by:
5 Corners Storage
Steve and Terry Johnson Fund
More Sponsors coming soon! Interested in sponsoring Riveredge’s Maple Sugarin’ Festival? Contact Sharon Cross at scross@riveredge.us or 262-375-2715. You can learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits here.
