Current & Upcoming

Hike for Health

May 08, 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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Global Big Day Bird Count

May 11, 2024 7:00AM

It’s BIG! Over 51,000 birders + 201 countries = 7673 species last year in the world’s largest bird count and research project. Join naturalists at Wehr or bird anywhere for as short or long as you want and record your sightings in eBird. Accessible options available; contact carol.howard@milwaukeecountywi.gov or 414-425-8550. The hike at Wehr will…

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Guided Forest Bathing Walk – Mother’s Day Walk

May 12, 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 a series of sensory-based invitations designed to relax, restore, and deepen your relationship with the natural world.   Fee: $35 per person; $25 for Friends of Wehr members $5 parking applies…

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Little Wonders- Seeds & Sprouts for Two-year Olds

May 13, 2024 9:30AM—10:30AM

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A program for two-year olds to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bring your little sprout to this class celebrating seeds and flowers. Tots will hear the Lois Ehlert story, Planting a Rainbow, and make their own magic seed necklace. We will pot a flower to take home, walk to see spring wildflowers and enjoy a…

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Little Wonder-Seeds & Sprouts for Three-year Olds

May 13, 2024 11:00AM—12:00PM

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A program for three-year olds to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bring your little sprout to this class celebrating seeds and flowers. Tots will hear the Lois Ehlert story, Planting a Rainbow, and make their own magic seed necklace. We will pot a flower to take home, walk to see spring wildflowers and enjoy a…

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Hike for Health

May 15, 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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Friday Afield

May 17, 2024 2:00PM—4:00PM

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Join us for a botany walk where we’ll learn a few of the blooming plants at Wehr Nature Center. On this walk, we’ll venture through various plant communities and learn about the plant communities in which plants are growing. Program for adults and kids, recommended for kids 13 and up.

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Flow Yoga in the Amphitheater

May 18, 2024 9:00AM—10:00AM

Join us for a 60-minute, all-levels vinyasa flow class in partnership with The Barefoot Haven in Greendale. Listen to the birds, grab some friends and enjoy your morning in a serene nature-based setting. Dress for the weather.  Learn more and register at: https://www.thebarefoothaven.com/schedule

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NatureNauts: Ladybugs

May 19, 2024 1:00PM—2:00PM

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Ladybugs are beautiful and helpful insect neighbors. Enjoy watching the puppet show Ladybug’s Spring Breakfast, go in search of these colorful beetles, and make and take home a craft ladybug. A program for 4–6-year-olds with an adult. $5 parking applies to non-members

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NatureNauts: Ladybugs

May 20, 2024 9:30AM—10:30AM

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A series of fun-filled programs for children 4-6 years old and their favorite adult Ladybugs are beautiful and handy insect neighbors. NatureNauts will enjoy the puppet show Ladybugs Spring Breakfast, go in search of these colorful beetles, and make a craft ladybug. $5 parking applies to non-members

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Past | Archive

Birding Beyond the Feeder: Bird I.D.

May 04, 2024 8:00AM—12:00PM

Hike for Health

May 01, 2024 10:30AM—11:30AM

Guided Forest Bathing Walk

Apr 28, 2024 1:00PM—3:00PM