Dear Riveredge Family, During uncertain times, nature remains a constant and reliable friend. From all of us at Riveredge, we hope this message finds you healthy and adjusting to life in this new, temporary “normal.” We know that nature can help provide a respite from the uncertainty around us. And, right now, Riveredge, as a […]
Dear Community, Due to the increasing spread of COVID-19, directives from state and federal government, and the need for us all to work together to flatten the curve, Riveredge Nature Center’s Visitor Center, programming, events, and volunteer groups will be closed and cancelled until April 24. As that date approaches, we will reassess to determine […]
Due to COVID-19 concerns, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services has recommended canceling all non-essential gatherings of 250 people or more. With safety in mind, Riveredge Nature Center has canceled the March 14 Sugarin’ Day For Scouts, March 21 Maple Sugarin’ Festival, and April 4 Pancake Breakfast. Just as with any program canceled by Riveredge, […]
At Riveredge, we’re continually working to create a more robust habitat for native and migratory species. How can we best do that? Generally by making sure that we’ve planted the plants and trees that supply the sustenance and cover needed by wildlife. One species that generally doesn’t need much help is the Eastern Cottontail Rabbit […]
For many of us, winter can be a challenge. Not just slippery surfaces or shoveling snow or driving with greater care, but the lack of sunlight can make these the most trying months. Like any of the seasons, paradoxes abound in winter. Despite being the season of the longest darknesses, snow falling from the sky […]
Trail Update January 30, 2020 With Sunday night snow our trails are in fantastic shape! Come visit for an adventure with your skis or snowshoes – we also have snowshoes for rent. All Access Riveredge members are able to check out snowshoes for free! Join us for our Friday Night Candle-lit Hike. Winter Trails Winter […]
Dear Riveredge Family, I wish I could invite you all over for a gigantic Thanksgiving Feast. I’d make a huge pumpkin pie served with lots of hand-whipped cream. I’d raise you the best heritage turkey and serve it with Riveredge grown butternut squash. And for our vegetarian friends, I’d make sure to have lots and […]
The River Outpost opens Friday, September 20! The River Outpost provides an educational and support facility near the bank of the Milwaukee River, as well as a Watershed Interactive Table to support water quality citizen science efforts, the Lake Sturgeon restoration project, and educational programs for youth and adults. The goal of this exciting, […]
Riveredge Nature Center has selected Mequon-based artist Sally Duback to create community-based artwork for display surrounding its new River Outpost Building. Duback has spent the last 30 years creating her own artworks, as well as engaging in community art collaborations throughout the region. Some of her prior community-based artworks can be seen at Virmond Park, […]
Summertime is in full swing with flowers blooming in the prairies across Riveredge. Many plants have grown beyond eye-level (yes, for even adults!) and we can now watch the enjoy the phenological cascade of flowers that will appear in succession from now through September. Here’s a glimpse of what’s blooming right now across Riveredge. Wow, […]
