May 24 @ 6:30 am – 9:30 am
Ozaukee Washington Bird Coalition
Birding at the Bog by Canoe or Kayak
Mud Lake in the Cedarburg Bog is one of the top birding spots in the county. We’ll do about 1 mile of paddling and 1 1/2 miles of walking looking for late migrants and avian residents uncommon to rare in southeastern Wisconsin. With advanced permission a limited number of personal kayaks and canoes will be allowed. Canoes will be provided at a $10 rental fee payable at the time of the outing.
The outing starts and ends at the UW-Milwaukee Field Station (address below).
Ages 18+ | Free to attend (not including canoe rental)
Pre-registration required by May 23 at 5:00 pm.
Register at Friends of the Bog Website
May 24
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May 5 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Kayaking the Milwaukee River in Newburg
Join us on a beautiful 6 mile paddle down the Milwaukee River to see Riveredge from a new perspective – on the water! Look out for wildlife, such as deer, eagles, and herons, as we meander through one of the most beautiful segments of the Milwaukee River. Recommended for beginners with some experience or those with a sense of adventure. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and instruction. Don’t forget your sunscreen, hat, water, and enthusiasm. We will use single person kayaks. If the river’s water levels are low, we will do an alternative downriver trip in Thiensville.
Ages 10+ | Children must be accompanied by an adult
Members*: $45 | Non-members: $55
Pre-registration required by May 4 at 12:00 pm (noon).
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May 5
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October 22 @ 12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Fall Foliage Paddle
at Big Cedar Lake
Join a Riveredge Adventure Educator for a scenic 4 mile paddle on Big Cedar Lake to celebrate fall transitions and immerse yourself in stunning autumn colors. We’ll paddle alongside Tamarack trees and water lilies to the natural springs that feed into the Cedar Lakes, known as the “Blue Holes”. No experience required. Single person kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided.
Ages 10+ | Everyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Members: $40 | Non-members: $50
Pre-registration required by October 20 at 12:00 pm (noon)
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October 22, 2023
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October 13 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Canoeing the Milwaukee River
in Thiensville
Join a Riveredge Adventure Educator to explore the hidden beauty of the Upper Milwaukee River in Thiensville by canoe. No experience required. Ages 8+. There are seven canoes available. One canoe can hold a maximum of three participants. All gear is provided.
Meet at Villa Grove Park in Mequon (address below).
Ages 8+ | Everyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Member Adult (18+): $25 | Non-member Adult (18+): $30
Member Child (8-17): $10 | Non-member Child (8-17): $15
Pre-registration required by October 12 at 12:00 pm (noon)
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October 13, 2023
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September 8 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Exploring the Milwaukee River Kayak Tour
in Grafton
Join a Riveredge Adventure Educator to explore the history, flora, and fauna of the Upper Milwaukee River in Grafton by kayak. During the paddle, we will stop at the Ozaukee Washington Land Trust’s Bratt Woods Preserve. No experience required. Single person kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided.
Meet at Veterans Memorial Park in Grafton (address below).
Ages 10+ | Everyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Members: $25 | Non-members: $35
Pre-registration required by September 7 at 12:00 pm (noon)
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If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
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September 8, 2023
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5:00 pm
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July 29 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Beginner Milwaukee River Kayak in Newburg
Join us on a beautiful 6 mile paddle down the Milwaukee River to see Riveredge from a new perspective – on the water! Look out for wildlife, such as deer, eagles, and herons, as we meander through one of the most beautiful segments of the Milwaukee River. Recommended for beginners with some experience or those with a sense of adventure. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and instruction. Don’t forget your sunscreen, hat, water, and enthusiasm.
Meet at Fireman’s Park in Newburg.
Ages 10+
Members: $45 | Non-members: $55
Pre-registration required by July 28 at 11:59 pm.
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Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
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July 29, 2023
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August 31 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Kayaking for Adults
Learn how to kayak with Riveredge! This class is designed for adults (ages 18+) who have little or no kayaking experience. A Riveredge Adventure Educator will introduce you to the fundamentals of kayaking on calm water, including essential gear, paddling technique, and safety measures. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. You provide a hat, sunscreen, water, and enthusiasm. We will use single person kayaks.
Participants must know how to swim. Space is limited to 10 participants. Day pass to Yahr Park is required and not included in the fee.
Ages 18+ only
Members: $25 | Non-members: $35
Pre-registration required by August 30 at 12:00 pm (noon)
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Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
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August 31, 2023
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7:30 pm
August 25 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Sunset Kayak Tour at Horicon Marsh
Start your weekend off with a relaxing sunset tour through Horicon Marsh, a national and state wildlife refuge. No experience? No problem! We’ll have you paddling like a pro in no time! Riveredge will provide kayaks, paddles, headlamps, and life jackets. You provide a hat, sunscreen, hydration, and enthusiasm. We will use single person kayaks.
Meet at Horicon Marsh.
Ages 10+
Members: $45 | Non-members: $55
Pre-registration required by August 24 at 12:00 pm (noon)
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Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
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August 25, 2023
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August 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Canoe & Cookout
in the Kettle Moraine
Enjoy canoeing across Mauthe Lake and down the Eastern Branch of the Milwaukee River in the Kettle Moraine State Forest followed by a delicious camp dinner and dessert. Food, canoes, life jackets, paddles, and canoeing instruction will be provided. No canoeing experience necessary! There are seven canoes available. One canoe can hold a maximum of three participants. All gear is provided. Day pass is required and not included in the fee.
Meet at Mauthe Lake Recreation Area in Campbellsport (address below).
Ages 8+ | All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Member Adult (18+): $40 | Non-member Adult (18+): $50
Member Child (8-17): $15 | Non-member Child (8-17): $20
Pre-registration required by August 17 at 12:00 pm (noon)
Register Here
Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
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August 18, 2023
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July 20 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Introduction to Canoeing for Families
This event has been cancelled – please see our event calendar to sign up for our many other paddling events this season!
Members:
Be sure to sign in to your account in the upper right corner to activate your membership benefits. Membership discounts on programs will be applied to your cart at checkout. If you haven’t created an account with our new system, be sure to create one using the email address associated with your membership.
If you need to check your membership status or you aren’t sure what email address we have on file, please reach out to our Membership Manager, Renee Buchholz at rbuchholz@riveredge.us.
To become a member, click here
July 20, 2023
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