May 21 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Family Nature Club
Fishing Fun at Ridge Run!
Spend the afternoon on the banks of Wells Lake in Ridge Run Park with a pole in your hand and hopefully a few bites on your line! Learn how to tie on a hook, bait your hook, and safely cast your line into the water. We will try to catch and identify each fish before releasing them back into their home.
We’ll bring some poles and bait for folks to use – or bring your own. 🙂 Fishing license required for adults. Baits and poles will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This space is stroller friendly!
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Park at Ridge Run Park Central entrance in West Bend (address below) and meet at the Lakeside Shelter.
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by May 20 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
May 21
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4:00 pm
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6:00 pm
May 6 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Family Nature Club
NOSD School Prairie Hike
Join us as we hike around the NOSD School Prairie that was planted June 2023, a little over ½ mile. What species will be up this spring? Did you know it takes 3 years for a prairie to establish? Seeds/plants are establishing root systems for the 1st few years. Through game(s) we will explore with seeds and plants. This path is grass and stroller friendly.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
See below for driving directions or use this google maps link to direct you to the parking area.
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by May 5 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
Driving Directions:
From the intersection with Caseys and that leads into Northern Ozaukee School District. -Head west on Martin Dr toward Highland Dr ~0.3miles -Turn right onto Hickory Dr ~387 ft -Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Emerald Hills Dr ~0.3miles
May 6
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6:00 pm
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7:30 pm
April 24 @ 4:45 pm – 6:15 pm
Family Nature Club
Spring Ephemerals at Bratt Woods
*Rescheduled from Friday 4/26*
Let’s explore the magic of spring ephemeral wildflowers in Bratt Woods! We’ll learn about these unique beauties as we use all of our senses to uncover their mysteries.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Park in the cul de sac at the end of East Cedar Creek Road in Grafton across from 1588 E Cedar Creek Rd.
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by April 23 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
April 24
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4:45 pm
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6:15 pm
April 18 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Family Nature Club
Salamander Search
Carefully explore Hepburn Woods, searching for a sensitive species emerging in the springtime- salamanders!
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Meet at Hepburn Woods in West Bend (address below).
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by April 17 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
April 18
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4:00 pm
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5:30 pm
April 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Family Nature Club
Scavenge Like an Animal
Every wonder what an animal is eating? Do you think you would be hungry after winter? What are all these animals looking for? We will hike and search! A game will be had to see how things survive.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Meet at Lac Lawrann Conservancy (address below).
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by April 8 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
April 9
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5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
March 28 @ 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Family Nature Club
Leave No Trace Workshop
*Rescheduled form Tuesday to Thursday!*
Join us for a hands-on and fun-filled Leave No Trace Workshop. Through interactive games and activities, discover the importance of respecting nature, leaving minimal impact, and becoming responsible stewards of our environment. Come away with low impact essential skills and a love for the outdoors in this engaging workshop!
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Meet at Upper Lake Park in Port Washington (address below).
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by March 27 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
March 28
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4:30 pm
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6:30 pm
March 7 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Family Nature Club
Signs of Winter, or Spring? Oh My!
Have you visited a School Forest lately? This one has much variety in ecosystems and habitats. Will it be winter weather or spring weather? Who knows! We will plan to hike the trails and find out! Let’s explore the Outdoor Classroom trails at West Bend School District.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Meet at West Bend School Forest (address below).
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by March 6 at 11:55 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
March 7
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5:00 pm
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6:30 pm
February 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Family Nature Club
Celebrate Friendship- Bring a Friend Day!
Let’s share our love of nature with others by exploring Nichols Creek State Wildlife Area! Invite another family or bring a friend to this FNC session to uncover this “Wetland Gem.” We will hike through coniferous swamps, sedge meadows, see the waters of Nichols Creek and the North Branch of the Milwaukee River. Dress for the weather to explore the wild spaces here. If there is enough snow, when you get the reminder email the day before it will ask if you need snow shoes and what size. You will need to reply to that email to secure snowshoes for the evening.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Meet at Nichols Creek State Wildlife Area in Plymouth (address below).
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by February 19 at 11:59 pm.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
February 20
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5:00 pm
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6:30 pm
December 27 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Family Nature Club
Winter Break Edition
Let’s explore Port Washington’s Valley Creek Corridor. The creek empties into Lake Michigan, and is situated in a deep ravine. Put on your warm clothes and hiking gear to experience this special wildlife habitat.
Family Nature Club is a free offering to our community designed for kids, teens, and their families. We facilitate outdoor, environmental-education based experiences for families to enjoy together.
Meet at Veteran’s Memorial Park Bandshell in Port Washington (address below).
All ages are welcome!
Pre-registration is required by December 26 at 12:00 pm (noon).
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Register Here
December 27, 2023
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12:00 pm
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2:00 pm
