Tag: winter fun

Trails Aglow: Valentine’s Night

February 13 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow Valentine’s Night

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will be awaiting you when you return.

Theme: Valentine’s Night. Share the love of nature with those you love! Supplies will be provided to create Valentine’s cards indoors. The craft supplies will be available in the Visitor Center and Coop.

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are now free for everyone!
Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

Pre-registration is not required, but helpful so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

February 13 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Trails Aglow: Game Night

February 6 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow Game Night

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will be awaiting you when you return.

Theme: Game Night

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are now free for everyone!
Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

Pre-registration is not required, but helpful so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

February 6 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Trails Aglow: Wellness in Nature

January 30 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow Wellness in Nature

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will be awaiting you when you return.

Theme: Wellness in Nature

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are now free for everyone!
Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

Pre-registration is not required, but helpful so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

January 30 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Trails Aglow: Stargazing Scavenger Hunt

January 23 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow Stargazing Scavenger Hunt

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will be awaiting you when you return.

Embark on a journey of cosmic discovery with our Stargazing Scavenger Hunt! This unique experience blends the excitement of a traditional scavenger hunt with the magic of stargazing, creating a night filled with discovery and awe-inspiring celestial wonders. As you hike the luminary trail, use clues to identify specific celestial landmarks in the night sky. Get a closer look at the cosmos through telescopes. Astronomy Guides will be on hand to provide assistance and share interesting facts about the astronomical wonders under observation. Binoculars encouraged! Headlamps, especially those with a red light, recommended!

Even if the skies are cloudy, participants can experience our solar system with the “Journey Through the Cosmos: Planetary Walk.” This experience invites participants to explore the relative distances between planets in our celestial neighborhood through a scaled model walk, providing an engaging and educational adventure for all ages.

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are now free for everyone!
Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

Pre-registration is not required, but helpful so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

January 23 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Trails Aglow: S’mores Night & Campfire cooking

January 9 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow S’mores Night & Campfire Cooking

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will be awaiting you when you return.

Theme: S’mores Night. Enjoy an ooey gooey treat around a bonfire after your hike! Sample healthy campfire snack options as well: baked apples, popcorn, roasted veggies.

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are now free for everyone!
Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

Pre-registration is not required, but helpful so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

January 9 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Trails Aglow: Music in the New Year

January 2 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow Music in the New Year

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire and hot cocoa will be awaiting you when you return.

Theme: Music in the New Year. After your hike, warm up in the Coop by a bonfire or in the Visitor Center for Live Music from 6:15-7:30pm.

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are now free for everyone!
Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

Pre-registration is not required, but helpful so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

January 2 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Winter Adventure and Exploration Day at Riveredge

February 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Winter Adventure and Exploration Day at Riveredge

Awaken your curiosity, engage your body, and explore the beautifully restored Riveredge landscape through self-guided and educator-led activities that highlight winter activities.

There are activities for all winter conditions! We will adapt to whatever Mother Nature provides, but you can expect options like:
– Boot Hockey
– Broom Ball
– Geocaching
– History of XC Skiiing at Riveredge
– Shelter Building
– If conditions allow, snowshoes will be available to check out.

All ages welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Free for all participants. Pre-register by February 6 at 11:59 pm or register at the program if spots are available.

Register Here

This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

February 7 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Trails Aglow: Riveredge Birthday Party!

January 16 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Trails Aglow: Riveredge Birthday Party!

Enjoy your Friday night by luminary light! Take in the beauty and serenity of a crisp winter evening on a self-guided 1.5 mile illuminated trail – a great adventure for both grownups and children. Traverse our trails on skis, snowshoes (6+ inches of snow), or your own two feet. A warm fire will be awaiting you when you return.

Theme: Riveredge Birthday Party! Riveredge is turning 58 years old! Help us celebrate in style with music, light appetizers, and drinks before or after you enjoy a luminary lite hike which goes through our future accessible trail loop.

Featuring live music from Milwaukee musical artist Tlalok Rodriguez, 6:15pm – 7:30pm

Snowshoe rental is available ($10/hour for non-members and FREE for Members). Event may be altered/canceled due to weather conditions.

All ages welcome | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Trails Aglow programs are free for everyone!
Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended so we can update you about weather conditions or cancellations.

Register Here

This program is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

January 16 @ 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Winter Solstice Celebration: Adventure and Exploration Day at Riveredge

December 20 @ 12:00 pm – 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!

– 1 hour Guided Hikes 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm
– Guided Sunset Hike at 4pm
– Crafting in the Coop 12-8pm | 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
– Stargazing and Astronomy 6-8pm (conditions permitting) | Please do not use a flashlight or headlamp. Instead, we will let our eyes adjust to the darkness.

The Trails Aglow Luminaries will be lit for attendees to hike the self-guided Trails Aglow route (1.5 mi) beginning at 4:30pm. Family Nature Club will gather at 5pm for group hike along the luminary route!

All ages welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Free for all participants. Pre-register by December 19 at 11:59 pm or register at the program if spots are available.

Register Here

This class is funded by The American Cancer Society, through Kohl’s Cares.

December 20, 2025 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

Winter Camp 2025 Session 2

Winter Camp Camp is back for winter!

FAQ:

What ages is this camp for? 

Winter camp is for campers aged 6-12. Once we have all our campers signed up, they will be divided into groups based on age, so you can be assured your child will be placed with an age-appropriate group!

What do campers need to bring? 

Once you’re signed up, you’ll get a full packet of info with everything you’ll need to know closer to the start of camp. But basically, enough layers and gear to be appropriately dressed for winter weather and a lunch. We’ll provide all the fun!

What time is camp? 

Camp is always held in December, from 9 AM to 4 PM each day. Campers will need to be transported to and from Riveredge at those times each day. Final day overnight option will have a 9am pickup the following morning.

Do I have to sign up ahead of time?

Yes, please! Pre-registration is required and Winter Camp enrollment is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first served basis, so be sure to register as soon as possible!

What’s the cost?

2024 prices are $135 for members, $150 for non-members, and $40 to add on the Friday overnight option. Not yet a member? Sign up here for discounts on camps, programs, special events, and much more!

Have more than one child interested in attending camp? We offer a multiple child discount!  First registration is full price and each additional child will receive 10% off. Camperships are available to assist families in need. Contact Steff Merten to apply for this financial assistance.

Any other questions?

We’re happy to help answer them! Give our camp coordinator, Steff Merten, a call at 262-375-2715 or contact her by email at smerten@riveredge.us

Cancellation Policy: Registrations may be cancelled up to 30 days prior to camp to receive a refund of registration fees minus a $50 non-refundable deposit. If you cancel less than 30 days before your week of camp, refunds are only given for medical reasons and family emergencies. These refunds are also subject to the $50 non-refundable deposit.

3 young campers dressed in winter gear sit on a bench outside with snow on the ground. They are smiling and holding food cooked on a campfire.
6 kids dressed in winter gear sled on the Riveredge hill covered in snow on a sunny winter day
a young child smiles at the camera. He has buried himself in a pile of snow outside the Riveredge barn.

December 29, 2025 @ 9:00 am – December 30, 2025 @ 4:00 pm

Riveredge Nature Center

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

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