May 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Little Explorers
Playgroup
Little Explorers is a playgroup open to families with children ages 2 to 5 years old. These naturalist guided experiences are designed with 45 minutes of structured play & exploration followed by 45 minutes of free play. Adults are encouraged to play along with their little explorers as well. Little siblings (0-1) are welcome to tag along too.
Members*: $3 | Non-members: $7
Pre-register by May 8 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available.
Register Here
*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.
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.
To become a member, click here
May 9
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
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
May 8 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Growing Green:
Compost – Building Your Soil
How healthy is your soil, and what can you do to improve it? One of the best ways to “build” the nutrition of your soil, and thereby increase the nutrient uptake in garden plants, is by utilizing what Mary Ann Ihm calls “Black Gold”- compost! We will discuss various techniques and methods to support the O-horizon by creating and maintaining an at-home compost.
Meet at Wellspring Farm in West Bend (address below).
Ages 18+
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration required by May 7 at 11:55 pm.
Register Here
May 8
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5:30 pm
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6:30 pm
May 3 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Friday Morning Bird Walks
with Nathaniel Reinartz
Join Conservation Manager Nathaniel Reinartz on Friday mornings in spring to observe and record the amazing diversity of birds that stop and refuel at Riveredge on their migratory path. We will record our findings into e-bird and enjoy the many warbler hotspots along the Milwaukee River, as well as, tour unsurveyed land Riveredge has recently acquired.
Meet at the Visitor Center, rain or shine.
Ages 12+
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.
Register Here
May 3
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7:30 am
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9:30 am
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 25 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Kid’s Cooking Series:
Earth Day Birthday *Canceled*
Due to low registration, this event has been canceled.
In this class, we will enjoy the bounty of Mother Earth by making earth and kid-friendly recipes. Kids will cook a Garden of Eatin’ veggie “tree,” a Go Green Smoothie, and a Flower Power Dirt Dessert. We’ll welcome in spring by creating make & take seed bombs.
For kids ages 8-12
Members*: $23 | Non-members: $28
*MEMBERS: Riveredge has a new registration system. Please login (for the member discount) by following these instructions.
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.
To become a member, click here
April 25
@
5:00 pm
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8:00 pm
April 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Research & Conservation Volunteer Fair
Are you curious about bird banding? Want to help with water quality monitoring? Interested in learning about the various species surveys conducted at Riveredge? Riveredge is hosting a Research and Conservation Volunteer Fair where we can help answer all of your questions, tell you a little bit more about volunteer expectations, and next steps!
Volunteer opportunitites presented at the fair include:
– Milwaukee River Lake Sturgeon Rehabilitation Program
– Bluebird Survey
– Water Action Volunteer Monitoring Project
– and more!
All ages welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult
This volunteer fair is free to attend.
Pre-register by April 19 at 11:55 pm or register at the fair.
Register Here
April 20
@
10:00 am
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12:00 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
@
4:00 pm
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5:30 pm
April 10 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Nature Tots
Nature Tots is an early childhood program designed for learners ages 2-5 years old, accompanied by an adult guardian (little siblings ages 0-1 are welcome to tag along). A Riveredge Naturalist will focus on outdoor exploration, literacy, physical development, nature intelligence, and social development.
Members: $4 | Non-members: $8
Pre-register by April 9 at 11:55 pm or register at the program if spots are available.
Register Here
Members:
If you need to check your membership status , please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us or call the Riveredge office at 262-375-2715.
To become a member, click here
April 10
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
