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Bird Club: Window Collisions Presentation with Samantha Humes
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
| Nov. 11, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
This month, we are joined by Samantha Humes, a Wisconsin Master Naturalist and volunteer. She will present on the science behind window collisions and how community members can prevent them. Registration is required.
This month, we are joined by Samantha Humes, a Wisconsin Master Naturalist and volunteer. She will present on the science behind window collisions and how community members can prevent them. Registration is required.
Human Connections
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Hiking the Ice Age Trail: Northern Kettle Moraine Field Trip
Northern Kettle Moraine
| Nov. 11, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Northern Kettle Moraine is renowned for its scenic beauty and impressive geologic features. We will traverse picturesque Dundee Mountain, the highest glacial kame in the region, and also a portion of the undulating Greenbush Trails segment. Thes…
The Northern Kettle Moraine is renowned for its scenic beauty and impressive geologic features. We will traverse picturesque Dundee Mountain, the highest glacial kame in the region, and also a portion of the undulating Greenbush Trails segment. These are perfect examples of the landforms left behind over 10,000 years ago that are studied around the world today.
Encounter a variety of habitats along the way and learn about the natural history of the region as well as ancient geology. Participants will be rewarded with fresh, clean air and stunning vistas. We’ll eat lunch at the picnic grounds near Long Lake.
Geology
Natural History
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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 27, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 27, 2026
During this hands-on workshop, discover how to identify dormant prairie species from their seed heads, seed pods, leaves, and even the smells of certain species. You will also learn how to properly and ethically collect and store seeds for future us…
During this hands-on workshop, discover how to identify dormant prairie species from their seed heads, seed pods, leaves, and even the smells of certain species. You will also learn how to properly and ethically collect and store seeds for future uses. After an indoor presentation, we will head outside for an opportunity to go off trail and harvest seeds. Please note that the off-trail portion of this program will include uneven terrain and thick vegetation.
Ecology
Human Connections
Plants
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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
This course provides essential skills to manage common injuries and illnesses that may occur in remote settings. Learn how to manage environmental hazards, improvise with limited resources, and make decisions about evacuation and extended care. Enga…
This course provides essential skills to manage common injuries and illnesses that may occur in remote settings. Learn how to manage environmental hazards, improvise with limited resources, and make decisions about evacuation and extended care. Engage in classroom lectures and demonstrations, combined with realistic scenarios to integrate your learning.
Human Connections
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Mosquito Hill Nature Center
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Join Raptor Educators for an evening exploring the lives of an elusive nocturnal hunter: owls. This program, designed for adults, will include a night hike to locate and catch a glimpse of wild owls. Discussions of owl behavior and natural history w…
Join Raptor Educators for an evening exploring the lives of an elusive nocturnal hunter: owls. This program, designed for adults, will include a night hike to locate and catch a glimpse of wild owls. Discussions of owl behavior and natural history will be complemented with visits from a few owls from our Raptor Program.
Natural History
Wildlife
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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Winter Water Talks – Effects of Drought on Lakes in Wisconsin
| Nov. 19, 2026
12-1 p.m.
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A Recap and Future Outlook for Wisconsin’s Current Drought with Josh Bendorf
In 2026, drought developed across northern Wisconsin during the second half of the summer into early fall, reaching extreme to exceptional levels on the U.S. Drought Monit…
A Recap and Future Outlook for Wisconsin’s Current Drought with Josh Bendorf
In 2026, drought developed across northern Wisconsin during the second half of the summer into early fall, reaching extreme to exceptional levels on the U.S. Drought Monitor by autumn. For some counties in the North, the summer of 2026 ranked as one of the top 10 driest of all-time. The first part of the webinar will cover the climatological conditions that led to our current drought status in Wisconsin and take a look at precipitation and drought outlooks for the upcoming months.
Effects of Drought on Lakes from Short-term and Long-term Perspectives with Katie Hein
Drought can affect lakes in many ways beyond lowering water levels. Lower water levels can temporarily dry out fish spawning habitat, while creating new opportunities for native plants like bulrushes to sprout and grow. Wisconsin lake levels naturally rise and fall roughly every ten years, making drought a normal, healthy part of a lake’s long-term cycle.
Water
Weather & Climate
Mammals can be found across all of Wisconsin’s habitats. In this workshop, we will practice identification using real skulls and fur, along with a custom guide you can take home. After an indoor presentation and activities, our group will hike in se…
Mammals can be found across all of Wisconsin’s habitats. In this workshop, we will practice identification using real skulls and fur, along with a custom guide you can take home. After an indoor presentation and activities, our group will hike in search of the variety of mammals that are active along the trails. By the end, you will come away with an understanding of how to identify most Wisconsin mammals.
Wildlife
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Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair …
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
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UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration req…
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Come learn about the importance and diversity of fungi at two December poster sessions with UW–Madison students from a forest ecology class. The students will share information about fungal diversity and summarize findings from a September mycoblitz…
Come learn about the importance and diversity of fungi at two December poster sessions with UW–Madison students from a forest ecology class. The students will share information about fungal diversity and summarize findings from a September mycoblitz at the Arboretum, organized in conjunction with George Meindl, UW–Madison associate teaching professor, and the Madison Mycological Society. Free, no registration required. Meet in the Visitor Center auditorium.
Citizen Science
Ecology
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UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
The children’s book "Ishkode," by Evan Larson and Nisogaabokwe Melonee Montano, shares a multi-generational story of people, fire, and pine in the Great Lakes Region. Join Larson, chair of UW–Platteville’s Department of Environmental Sciences and So…
The children’s book "Ishkode," by Evan Larson and Nisogaabokwe Melonee Montano, shares a multi-generational story of people, fire, and pine in the Great Lakes Region. Join Larson, chair of UW–Platteville’s Department of Environmental Sciences and Society, for a talk that weaves decades of research and millennia of Indigenous knowledge to tell a story of fire that inspired this book. Free, register through Eventbrite by November 29: uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Stewardship
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UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Located in the heart of Milwaukee’s East Side, Lake Park is a true gem of the Milwaukee County Park System. Aptly named, this beautiful park was designed in the late 1800’s by Frederick Law Olmstead, the “father” of American landscape architecture. …
Located in the heart of Milwaukee’s East Side, Lake Park is a true gem of the Milwaukee County Park System. Aptly named, this beautiful park was designed in the late 1800’s by Frederick Law Olmstead, the “father” of American landscape architecture. The 138-acre parcel showcases picturesque views of Lake Michigan, ecologically fragile ravines, and the last remaining Indian Mound in Milwaukee. Winter is the perfect time for us to learn about the natural history of this incredible landscape as we look for birds and signs of other wildlife. We will venture to the lake itself to, hopefully, observe some early winter ducks on the water such as Common Goldeneye, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Mergansers, and Scaup species.
Natural History
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 27, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 27, 2026
Come learn about the importance and diversity of fungi at two December poster sessions with UW–Madison students from a forest ecology class. The students will share information about fungal diversity and summarize findings from a September mycoblitz…
Come learn about the importance and diversity of fungi at two December poster sessions with UW–Madison students from a forest ecology class. The students will share information about fungal diversity and summarize findings from a September mycoblitz at the Arboretum, organized in conjunction with George Meindl, UW–Madison associate teaching professor, and the Madison Mycological Society. Free, no registration required. Meet in the Visitor Center auditorium.
Citizen Science
Ecology
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Our program will see us hike down the 100-foot bluff to the Nipissing Terrace and finally to the water’s edge itself. We’ll investigate the rocks, minerals, and wildlife of this vast ecosystem. For those interested, we will also climb the 60-foot to…
Our program will see us hike down the 100-foot bluff to the Nipissing Terrace and finally to the water’s edge itself. We’ll investigate the rocks, minerals, and wildlife of this vast ecosystem. For those interested, we will also climb the 60-foot tower for an expansive overview of the lake. Learn about the glacial past and the even deeper geologic foundations underlying the lake, over 400 million years ago!
Geology
Water
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Sponsored by:
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Seminar: Winter Residents of Wisconsin
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
| Dec. 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
With Wisconsin’s summer migratory birds gone for the season, our winter residents are here to stay; each employs a variety of adaptations to survive harsh winters. Meet our Great Horned Owl, Zari, up close to learn about some of the earliest nesting…
With Wisconsin’s summer migratory birds gone for the season, our winter residents are here to stay; each employs a variety of adaptations to survive harsh winters. Meet our Great Horned Owl, Zari, up close to learn about some of the earliest nesting raptors, discover how songbirds as small as the Black-capped Chickadee survive subzero temperatures, and dive further into the strategies and adaptations utilized by some of Wisconsin’s hardiest species.
Ecology
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
As winter settles into Wisconsin, the chill it brings freezes and limits the open water available to the birds who use it for food and shelter. However, Lake Michigan provides a dynamic corridor and stopover habitat for our feathered friends. Join u…
As winter settles into Wisconsin, the chill it brings freezes and limits the open water available to the birds who use it for food and shelter. However, Lake Michigan provides a dynamic corridor and stopover habitat for our feathered friends. Join us in exploring the shores of one of our greatest resources and uncovering the birds who utilize it to survive the winter.
This field experience is ideal for beginning and seasoned birders alike. Build your skillset by learning how to locate and identify avian insectivores from our trails; we will focus on identification characteristics such as size, shape, color, pattern, behavior, song, and habitat preference. There will also be plenty of time to practice looking and listening for birds to get a better view without disturbing them.
Natural History
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Aug 19, 2026
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration req…
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Winter Water Talks – Dugout Canoes and Watery Landscapes of Wisconsin
| Dec. 16, 2026
12-1 p.m.
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The Wisconsin Dugout Canoe Survey Project highlights the persistence of cultural traditions and technological ingenuity. It embodies the Wisconsin Idea by engaging local and national museums, historical societies, and Tribal museums in this project …
The Wisconsin Dugout Canoe Survey Project highlights the persistence of cultural traditions and technological ingenuity. It embodies the Wisconsin Idea by engaging local and national museums, historical societies, and Tribal museums in this project that is documenting an important yet relatively rare form of material culture. New knowledge gained from the study of dugouts is also leading to a better understanding of Indigenous navigation and travel.
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Winter Water Talks is a series of free online webinars hosted by the Water Action Volunteers (WAV) program and the Citizen Lake Monitoring Network. This winter learning series is open to the public and focuses on a variety of lake and stream topics, including water quality, weather and climate, watershed health, aquatic animals and plants, and more!
Education
Human Connections
Water
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration req…
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Winter Water Talks – Parasites: The Hidden Life of Lakes and Rivers
| Jan. 12, 2027
12-1 p.m.
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Parasites are an often-overlooked part of freshwater ecosystems, but they connect an incredible diversity of organisms — from tiny aquatic invertebrates to fish, birds, and other wildlife. In this talk, Dr. Sarah Orlofske (UW–Stevens Point) will exp…
Parasites are an often-overlooked part of freshwater ecosystems, but they connect an incredible diversity of organisms — from tiny aquatic invertebrates to fish, birds, and other wildlife. In this talk, Dr. Sarah Orlofske (UW–Stevens Point) will explore some of the fascinating parasites found in and around lakes and rivers, how their complex life cycles move them through the food web, and even how tiny invertebrates can help transmit parasites, such as those that cause avian malaria. Along the way, we’ll discover why parasites can tell us surprising things about the ecosystems we care about.
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Winter Water Talks is a series of free online webinars hosted by the Water Action Volunteers (WAV) program and the Citizen Lake Monitoring Network. This winter learning series is open to the public and focuses on a variety of lake and stream topics, including water quality, weather and climate, watershed health, aquatic animals and plants, and more!
Aquatic Life
Education
Water
Lecture: The Dung Beetle Communities of Wisconsin
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Jan. 14, 2027
10 - 11:30 am
With Nadine Kriska (she/they), academic instructional staff, UW–Whitewater Department of Biology.
Scarab beetles are among the largest families of beetles in the world, and about 25 percent of scarabs are dung beetles. Wisconsin has roughly 60 speci…
With Nadine Kriska (she/they), academic instructional staff, UW–Whitewater Department of Biology.
Scarab beetles are among the largest families of beetles in the world, and about 25 percent of scarabs are dung beetles. Wisconsin has roughly 60 species of dung beetles that break down solid waste and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem. Learn about dung beetles and how they operate as nature’s septic systems. Fee: $10. Register by January 10.
Ecology
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
With Ankur Desai (he/him), Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor, UW–Madison Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences.
You probably heard this winter is a “super El Niño.” What does that mean and how does it affect local ecosystems in wint…
With Ankur Desai (he/him), Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor, UW–Madison Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences.
You probably heard this winter is a “super El Niño.” What does that mean and how does it affect local ecosystems in winter and spring? Learn how the atmosphere, oceans, plants, soil, and animals respond to this phenomenon and how we might better predict what warmer winters and human-caused climate change mean for Midwest landscapes. Fee: $10. Register by January 17.
Ecology
Plants
Weather & Climate
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Class: Winter Native Tree Identification
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Jan. 22, 2027
9:30 am - 12 pm
With the vibrancy of leafy growth gone, the winter quiet invites closer inspection of Wisconsin native trees. Learn how the curious clues found in tree buds, bark, and branches can assist with tree identification. Indoor and outdoor class. Instructo…
With the vibrancy of leafy growth gone, the winter quiet invites closer inspection of Wisconsin native trees. Learn how the curious clues found in tree buds, bark, and branches can assist with tree identification. Indoor and outdoor class. Instructor: Micah Kloppenburg, Arboretum ecological restoration outreach coordinator. Fee: $30. Register by January 19.
Plants
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Class: Winter Native Tree Identification
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Jan. 23, 2027
9:30 am - 12 pm
With the vibrancy of leafy growth gone, the winter quiet invites closer inspection of Wisconsin native trees. Learn how the curious clues found in tree buds, bark, and branches can assist with tree identification. Indoor and outdoor class. Instructo…
With the vibrancy of leafy growth gone, the winter quiet invites closer inspection of Wisconsin native trees. Learn how the curious clues found in tree buds, bark, and branches can assist with tree identification. Indoor and outdoor class. Instructor: Micah Kloppenburg, Arboretum ecological restoration outreach coordinator. Fee: $30. Register by January 19.
Plants
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair …
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Lecture: Making Weird Prairies: Urban Communities, Native Plants, and Compromise
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Jan. 28, 2027
10 - 11:30 am
With Liz Anna Kozik (she/her), research scientist, Negaunee Institute, Chicago Botanic Garden.
It’s easy to advocate for turning all lawns into prairies, but community members don’t always support this in practice. Genuine concerns need to be consid…
With Liz Anna Kozik (she/her), research scientist, Negaunee Institute, Chicago Botanic Garden.
It’s easy to advocate for turning all lawns into prairies, but community members don’t always support this in practice. Genuine concerns need to be considered if we want more native plants and biodiversity in city spaces. What does compromise look like? Dr. Kozik will discuss “weird prairies” and other lawn alternatives the Rethinking Lawns research team is exploring. Fee: $10. Register by January 24.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration req…
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Lecture: The Dynamic Prairie Remnants of the UW Arboretum
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Feb. 4, 2027
10 - 11:30 am
With Sam Anderson, research associate, UW–Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies.
Remnant prairies escaped the worst impacts of settlement, retaining original populations of native species in highly diverse communities. But remnants are …
With Sam Anderson, research associate, UW–Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies.
Remnant prairies escaped the worst impacts of settlement, retaining original populations of native species in highly diverse communities. But remnants are not in stasis – they change through time and in response to management and disturbance. See how long-term monitoring and management of Arboretum prairie remnants give us insight into some of our oldest ecosystems. Fee: $10. Register by January 31.
Ecology
Plants
Stewardship
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Student, faculty, and other researchers will present findings from projects on Arboretum lands and in the Lake Wingra watershed. The research symposium is a free event, no registration required.
Student, faculty, and other researchers will present findings from projects on Arboretum lands and in the Lake Wingra watershed. The research symposium is a free event, no registration required.
Ecology
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Water
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration req…
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Lecture: What Does a Healthy Forest Sound Like?
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Feb. 18, 2027
10 - 11:30 am
Zuzana Burivalova, associate professor, UW–Madison Nelson Institute and Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology
Sounds and soundscapes offer an important way to understand the biodiversity of forests, where species are less likely to be seen than …
Zuzana Burivalova, associate professor, UW–Madison Nelson Institute and Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology
Sounds and soundscapes offer an important way to understand the biodiversity of forests, where species are less likely to be seen than heard. Learn about how bioacoustic monitoring of biodiversity has helped forest conservation, from tropical forests in Gabon to the Baraboo Hills in Wisconsin. Fee: $10. Register by February 14.
Ecology
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Join the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin and the North Lakeland Discovery Center on this 4-day wintry adventure in Wisconsin’s Northwoods. Search for secretive owls, track wildlife in the snow, and explore spectacular icy waterfalls on thi…
Join the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin and the North Lakeland Discovery Center on this 4-day wintry adventure in Wisconsin’s Northwoods. Search for secretive owls, track wildlife in the snow, and explore spectacular icy waterfalls on this fun-filled expedition. We’ll travel by snowshoe, cross-country ski and foot to witness the magnificent winter landscape and its inhabitants.
Ecology
Geology
Human Connections
Natural History
Plants
Water
Wildlife
Lecture: Diseases of Native Plants.
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| Feb. 25, 2027
10 - 11:30 am
With Brian Hudelson, Director, UW–Madison Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic
Learn about common diseases of plants that are native to Wisconsin. This presentation will include information on how to identify diseases and how to manage them – or whether…
With Brian Hudelson, Director, UW–Madison Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic
Learn about common diseases of plants that are native to Wisconsin. This presentation will include information on how to identify diseases and how to manage them – or whether to manage them at all. Fee: $10. Register by February 21.
Plants
Stewardship
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Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
How do we cultivate resilience, health, and happiness during the winter months?
Join us for a unique retreat that connects nature with the practice of personal and community health. Together with a welcoming network of community members, educators,…
How do we cultivate resilience, health, and happiness during the winter months?
Join us for a unique retreat that connects nature with the practice of personal and community health. Together with a welcoming network of community members, educators, and health advocates, we will explore ways to find inner warmth and outer well-being during our Winter Workshop.
Presentations will fall into one of the following 4 strands:
1. Health & Wellness: Explore nature-based practices that foster mental, physical, and community well-being.
2. Youth Voice: Hear fresh perspectives and innovative ideas presented by inspiring youth, college leaders and recent graduates.
3. Outdoor Recreation: Step outside, move, and recharge through guided winter outdoor activities.
4. Natural History & Science: Discover winter ecology, local natural history, and the science behind the nature-health connection.
Register before December 1st for a 10% discount!
Ecology
Human Connections
Natural History
Weather & Climate
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Sponsored by:
Wisconsin Association for Environmental Education (WAEE)
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Activity added: * New * | Last update: Oct 29, 2026
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair …
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
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UW-Madison Arboretum
Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Community Event: Madison Reads Leopold: Voices of a Land Ethic
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| March 6, 2027
1 - 4 pm
Join us for a community reading of selections from A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold and writings by other environmental thinkers. Listeners may come and go throughout the event. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Join us for a community reading of selections from A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold and writings by other environmental thinkers. Listeners may come and go throughout the event. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Education
Human Connections
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 59 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
Nature Hike: Walking in Leopold's Footsteps
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
| March 7, 2027
1 - 2:30 pm
Visit key sites and learn about Aldo Leopold’s early phenological research and experiments to restore Wisconsin ecosystems during his time as the Arboretum’s first research director. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks …
Visit key sites and learn about Aldo Leopold’s early phenological research and experiments to restore Wisconsin ecosystems during his time as the Arboretum’s first research director. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecology
Education
Human Connections
Plants
Stewardship
Wildlife
Sponsored by:
UW-Madison Arboretum
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Activity added: * New * * Upload ID : 61 | Last update: Oct 28, 2026
A Celebration of Time
| Ongoing
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A deep dive in Wisconsin’s Geology history by Academy Fellow Dr. Marcia Bjornerud.
A deep dive in Wisconsin’s Geology history by Academy Fellow Dr. Marcia Bjornerud.
Geology
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Wisconsin Academy
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Barriers to Addressing Our Climate and Energy Challenges
| Ongoing
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Panel of Wisconsin experts discusses the latest research on social and informational hurdles to tackling some of the planet's most serious problems.
Panel of Wisconsin experts discusses the latest research on social and informational hurdles to tackling some of the planet's most serious problems.
Weather & Climate
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Wisconsin Academy
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Carved by Ice, Shaped by Time: Wisconsin’s Glacial Heritage
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Learn more about the different types of glaciers that previously covered the region and the impacts of cyclical glaciation on regional climate and ecology
Learn more about the different types of glaciers that previously covered the region and the impacts of cyclical glaciation on regional climate and ecology
Geology
Sponsored by:
Wisconsin Academy
Activity added: | Last update: Jul 31, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Jul 31, 2026
Deep Dive Into the Driftless: Exploring the Geological Formation of Wisconsin’s Shallow Tropical Sea
| Ongoing
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explores the story of the ancient sea that once covered the region and how the myriad of ancient landscapes are preserved in the rock record.
explores the story of the ancient sea that once covered the region and how the myriad of ancient landscapes are preserved in the rock record.
Geology
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Wisconsin Academy
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Forests for the Birds: Conserving America’s Forest Birds
| Ongoing
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Forest Ecology Working Group, National Conservation Training Center, and Migratory Bird Program have developed a 12-part monthly lecture series to address the 50-year decline of 3 billion birds through partnershi…
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Forest Ecology Working Group, National Conservation Training Center, and Migratory Bird Program have developed a 12-part monthly lecture series to address the 50-year decline of 3 billion birds through partnerships, conservation science and forest management. The series tells a compelling story about forest bird population declines, partnership opportunities, and forest management actions that can support bird population recovery and sustainability.
Ecology
Wildlife
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US Fish and Wildlife Service
Activity added: | Last update: May 4, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: May 4, 2026
Great Lakes Trek
| Ongoing
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Join our Master Naturalist guides for an online trek focused on learning and exploring the Great Lakes — places that make Wisconsin a great place to live, work or play. You’ll be able to learn at your own pace using online readings, videos, and supp…
Join our Master Naturalist guides for an online trek focused on learning and exploring the Great Lakes — places that make Wisconsin a great place to live, work or play. You’ll be able to learn at your own pace using online readings, videos, and supplemental activities to reinforce the key concepts. Instead of book chapters, the trek uses an online network of trails to deliver accessible and fact-based knowledge. Find more information and registration here:
Aquatic Life
Ecology
Geology
Plants
Wildlife
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Sponsored by:
Wisconsin Master Naturalists
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 23, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 23, 2026
Natural Resources Foundation Virtual Field Trips
| Ongoing
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These short videos will feature highlights of NRF’s popular field trips, webinars on interesting natural resource topics, and leaders sharing their favorite natural places. Look for a new video every #FieldTripFriday; you’ll also find a video archiv…
These short videos will feature highlights of NRF’s popular field trips, webinars on interesting natural resource topics, and leaders sharing their favorite natural places. Look for a new video every #FieldTripFriday; you’ll also find a video archive on the NRF of Wisconsin Youtube channel.
Ecology
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Natural Resources Foundation
Activity added: | Last update: May 4, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: May 4, 2026
What the Climate Science Tells Us
| Ongoing
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Chris Swanston shares the science behind climate change adaptation strategies and the role of ecosystem carbon cycling.
Chris Swanston shares the science behind climate change adaptation strategies and the role of ecosystem carbon cycling.
Weather & Climate
Sponsored by:
Wisconsin Academy
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: Apr 24, 2026
Wild Ones Webinars
| Ongoing
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The Wild Ones webinars promote native plants and landscaping.
The Wild Ones webinars promote native plants and landscaping.
Ecology
Plants
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Wild Ones
Activity added: | Last update: May 6, 2026
Activity added: | Last update: May 6, 2026