It’s easy to discover where birds are, enter bird sightings, and contribute to worldwide research! This is a basic interactive demonstration of the eBird bird-tracking software; an advanced session may be available later. Have no fear – anyone can do it, even beginning birders – and every bird, and birder, counts!
Are you concerned about birds, bees, and butterflies? Would you like to see more of them up close in your yard? Join us to learn how to use native plants to attract and support your favorite birds and insects to create a personal backyard habitat. Reservations guarantee a space. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.
Come out of hibernation and join other chili enthusiasts for the 11th Annual Friends of Wehr Groundhog Day Chili Cook-off Fundraiser. Match your chili cooking skills against other cooks or simply come to vote for your favorite variety of chili. The meal includes chili fixings, assorted side dishes, cornbread, and delectable desserts. Bring your wallet…
Tune up your winter spirit and sense of adventure at Brews and (Snow) Shoes! Sample free one-of-a-kind local alcoholic and non-alcoholic brews provided by the Beer Barons of Milwaukee, a fermentation enthusiast club, then gear up for a winter walk guided by a naturalist. Bring your own snowshoes or rent ours (provided 4” snow). No…
Tune up your winter spirit and sense of adventure at Brews and (Snow) Shoes! Sample free one-of-a-kind local alcoholic and non-alcoholic brews provided by the Beer Barons of Milwaukee, a fermentation enthusiast club, then gear up for a winter walk guided by a naturalist. Bring your own snowshoes or rent ours (provided 4” snow). No…
Tune up your winter spirit and sense of adventure at Brews and (Snow) Shoes! Sample free one-of-a-kind local alcoholic and non-alcoholic brews provided by the Beer Barons of Milwaukee, a fermentation enthusiast club, then gear up for a winter walk guided by a naturalist. Bring your own snowshoes or rent ours (provided 4” snow). No…
Learn how to turn your backyard maple tree into liquid gold from our expert sugar makers. We’ll cover how to identify a suitable tree, the tools and tricks of drilling and tapping, how to safely store and boil-down sap, and the process of “finishing off” and storing syrup. You’ll even sample delicious syrup on pancakes!…
Learn how to turn your backyard maple tree into liquid gold from our expert sugar makers. We’ll cover how to identify a suitable tree, the tools and tricks of drilling and tapping, how to safely store and boil-down sap, and the process of “finishing off” and storing syrup. You’ll even sample delicious syrup on pancakes!…
Enjoy wine or beer while learning about woodcocks, our resident woodland shorebirds, and uncommon wood frogs. We’ll hike to the ephemeral pond to listen for frogs, then view the iconic “sky dance” of the woodcocks in the oak savanna. Accessible options available; contact carol.howard@milwaukeecountywi.gov or 414-425-8550. Ages 21 and up This event is FULL. Please…
Become a Community Science Volunteer and use prescribed protocols to gather and record important data that informs management decisions within our Parks. This open house hosted by the Milwaukee County Park’s Natural Areas Team will highlight 2024 efforts including Wetland Monitoring, Bumble Bee Monitoring, Bird-Window Strike Monitoring, Native Seed Collection, and Nest Box Adoption. No…