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Wednesdays, January 15, 22 & 29 Join Director of Learning Tom Finley for a three-part winter ecology workshop exploring the beauty of winter at Schlitz Audubon. Each day will have a different focus and habitat that we visit. They will all showcase aspects of winter ecology plus explore some of...
This program is specially designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. It is intended for those living in independent settings. Each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Participants will enjoy songs, stories, treats and visits with...
Adults, Birding, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWe welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. We’ll search for winter residents among the Center’s varied habitats. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird identification. Led by Wisconsin Master Naturalist volunteer and...
Adults, Clubs, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesNature has always been a great inspiration to artists, from pre-historic cave painters to contemporary artists working today. Art club is a bi-monthly program designed to offer nature inspired themes and let you work at your own pace. Beginners and experienced artists are welcome to attend. Our January gathering will...
Tuesdays, January 21 – February 25 This six-week health-oriented series aims to balance and enhance your life energy! Qigong practice typically involves slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind. We will be focusing on Crane and Bear styles in this session. We will end the...
Adults, Art, Free with Membership
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us for a unique artist reception on Thursday, January 23rd from 5pm-7pm with members of the Milwaukee Astronomical Society. Be sure to not miss the special discussion at 6:15pm by MAS President, Matthew Ryno, on the topic of urban astronomy in Wisconsin, citizen science, and how astrophotography is taken....
Forest Bathing combines the concepts of meditation and mindfulness through an immersive outdoor experience. Participants will slowly travel through the forest while following spoken guided invitations that allow them to focus on the nature surrounding them using their senses and curiosity. Each invitation is designed to provide a deeper connection between...
Adults, Art, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesNature journaling uses drawings, words, and numbers to collect and record your nature observations, questions, and explanations in a notebook. It is a way to slow down, awaken your curiosity and marvel at the beauty found in nature. This program will review the basics of nature journaling, from what tools...
Adults, Wellness, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesTuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, 25 This is a four-week mindfulness series titled Living with Intention. Now is the time to bring kind awareness to the present moment to live more intentionally. On this journey, you’ll learn mindfulness meditation techniques which have multiple health benefits like reducing stress, anxiety, and...
Explore how the intricate lives and environments of insects can offer artistic inspiration and appreciation of the natural world. Schlitz Audubon naturalist educator Aubrey Fulsaas will uncover the beauty of these often-overlooked creatures and how considering their worldview can impact ours. This program is FREE and no registration required. Learn...
Adults, Birding, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible
ZoomMore than 50 million people consider themselves avid bird watchers and enthusiasts in the United States. This virtual program, via Zoom, will help prepare attendees for the Great Backyard Bird Count, an international bird observation program that takes place February 14 - 17. Over 500,000 citizen scientists participated last year alone...
Adults, Art, Clubs, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesNature offers extraordinary opportunities for photography at every turn. Each month, photographers of all skill levels will gather for a guided hike or participate in an indoor activity when the weather does not allow. Enhance your artistic skills as you explore distinct settings, capturing beautiful nature moments through your lens....
Tree identification is an important tool to help someone identify the health of a forest. You’ll learn what helps identify a tree, some strategies that help ID, and which kinds of trees we find living around us. The ecology around trees is an important aid in ID, so we will...
This program is specially designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. It is intended for those living in independent settings. Each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Participants will enjoy songs, stories, treats and visits with...
Come bask in the pale light of the full moon and enjoy the sounds of nature on a frosty February evening. During twilight, there is a different world to explore, as owls hoot and coyotes howl. Hike through the forest and down to the lake, where we’ll look for signs...
Adults, Birding, Clubs, Free with Membership
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin a welcoming community of bird enthusiasts on the second Wednesday of the month. New and experienced birders will meet to learn together, discuss bird-related issues, and hike to discover birds on our trails. Our co-host is Dan Panetti, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Mequon. Anyone aged 14 and...
Adults, Birding, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWe welcome all those interested in birding for a guided bird walk on the third Saturday of the month. We’ll search for winter residents among the Center’s varied habitats. This is a great opportunity for new birders to learn and practice bird identification. Led by Wisconsin Master Naturalist volunteer and...
Over its 1,000 mile course, the Ice Age National Scenic Trail is renowned for its scenic beauty and impressive geologic features. Known as part of the Kewaskum Segment, the Preserve features rolling hills, open fields, forested stretches and fantastic views of glacial topography. This location is adjacent to Sunburst Ski...
This program is specially designed for both people experiencing cognitive changes and their care partners. It is intended for those living in independent settings. Each month is devoted to learning about the simple beauty found in nature and how it enriches our lives. Participants will enjoy songs, stories, treats and visits with...
Winter is the perfect time to plan for Spring planting and we can offer the tools to help you get the process started. In this presentation, we will consider ways to create a new garden or look at an existing space with new eyes. A well-laid plan is the foundation...
This event is sold out. We hope you join us next year; tickets go on sale in December. Watch for a similar event with beer samples - Flight Night - in September! During this one-of-a-kind event, you’ll be sampling wines from around the globe...
Saturdays, March 1 & 8 This is a two-day workshop: Explore basic watercolor painting with a two-day workshop. Created for beginning and intermediate level painters looking for time with other bird, wildlife, and nature enthusiasts. This workshop introduces simple techniques while exploring elements of nature and wildlife found at the...
Thursdays, March 6-27 Embark on a transformative journey through our Nature Writing Workshop, where the immersive beauty of the natural world becomes your creative canvas. This four week workshop invites you to engage in active encounters with both nature and the page. Through guided excursions, you will explore landscapes, observing...
Adults, Clubs, Free with Membership, Guided Hikes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesLearn how you can study the stars and planets and participate in citizen science, day or night. Our presenter is Matthew Ryno, a published citizen scientist from the Milwaukee Astronomical Society (MAS), who has logged over 300 citizen science missions. Mr. Ryno will discuss how to get involved with discovering...
