Current & Upcoming

Frog Frolic for Families

Apr 20, 2024 6:30PM—8:30PM

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Calling all frog lovers. Hop over to Wehr and celebrate spring with these amazing amphibians. We will meet some Wisconsin amphibians up close and then stroll to Wehr’s vernal pond to listen for the sweet sound of frogs chorusing.  Recommended for families with children ages 5 and older $5 parking fee applies to non-members

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Great Whitnall Park Clean-up

Apr 20, 2024 9:00AM—12:00PM

Celebrate Earth Day by giving back. Join us as we give the Wehr Nature Center grounds and greater Whitnall Park a spring cleaning by picking up trash that has accumulated over the winter. No registration is required, but we appreciate groups rsvp by calling (414) 425-8550 so we can prepare their supplies. Current Wehr volunteers…

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NatureNauts: Little Stinkers

Apr 21, 2024 1:00PM—2:00PM

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Discover the secret lives of these sometimes-smelly neighbors. We will sing the “skunk song”, make a craft skunk, and go outside in search of skunk clues. Join us for all the stinky fun. A program for 4–6-year-olds with an adult. Online registration is required two days prior to the program.

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NatureNauts: Little Stinkers

Apr 22, 2024 9:30AM—10:30AM

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Discover the secret lives of these sometimes-smelly neighbors. We will sing the “skunk song”, make a craft skunk, and go outside in search of skunk clues. Join us for all the stinky fun. A program for 4–6-year-olds with an adult. Online registration is required two days prior to the program.

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Hike for Health

Apr 24, 2024 10:30AM—11:30AM

Every Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 amHike along with this group that walks Wehr’s trails together for camaraderie, exercise and fun. Meet in the Visitor Center.

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Operation Recon Nature – Adult Veterans

Apr 26, 2024 5:00PM—6:00PM

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Veterans from all service branches – Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired personnel are invited to attend monthly walks held here at Wehr Nature Center. For approximately one to one and a half hours, we will travel on the trails of Wehr Nature Center to share camaraderie and experience seasonal nature happenings. No fee but registration…

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Birding Beyond the Feeder – Birding By Ear

Apr 27, 2024 9:30AM—12:00PM

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Bird enthusiasts, can you identify birds by sight? Are you interested in expanding your birding skills? Beginner and experienced birdwatchers and birders alike are invited to come learn to identify birds by their songs and calls. We’ll use ornithologist tips and tricks from the field to learn 10-ish species local to Wehr Nature Center and…

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Operation Recon Nature – Veterans & their Families

Apr 27, 2024 3:00PM—4:00PM

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Veterans from all branches of service – Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired personnel and their families are invited to attend monthly walks held here at Wehr Nature Center. We will explore the trails observing and experiencing seasonal nature happenings. No fee but registration is required. Please register on our website so we may contact you…

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Guided Forest Bathing Walk

Apr 28, 2024 1:00PM—3:00PM

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Unplug, slow down, and de-stress from your daily routine. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, a certified forest bathing guide will lead you through sensory-based invitations designed to relax, restore, and deepen your relationship with the natural world. $5 parking fee applies to non-members.

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Hike for Health

May 01, 2024 10:30AM—11:30AM

Every Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 amHike along with this group that walks Wehr’s trails together for camaraderie, exercise and fun. Meet in the Visitor Center.

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Past | Archive

Hike for Health

Apr 17, 2024 10:30AM—11:30AM

Hike for Health

Apr 10, 2024 10:30AM—11:30AM

Eclipse Day

Apr 08, 2024 12:30PM—3:30PM