Children & Family

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Cider Sunday Fundraiser

Oct 01, 2023 11:30AM—4:30PM

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Celebrate fall during this family-friendly event for all ages. This year’s theme is “An Apple a Day” with a focus on the nutritional benefits of apples as well as the physical and mental health benefits of getting outside in nature. Live music from The Sweet Sheiks and The Bluegrass Allstars. Tasty apple treats, pumpkin bowling,…

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Little Wonders Little Pumpkins for Two-Year Olds

Oct 09, 2023 9:30AM—10:30AM

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A program for two-year olds to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bring your little pumpkin out to learn about these enchanting and edible fruits. We will read Pumpkin, Pumpkin by Jeanne Titherington and learn how pumpkins grow. Tots will pick a tiny pumpkin from our patch and decorate a Jack-o-lantern to take home. We will also enjoy…

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Little Wonders Little Pumpkins for Three-Year Olds

Oct 09, 2023 11:00AM—12:00PM

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A program for three-year olds to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bring your little pumpkin out to learn about these enchanting and edible fruits. We will read Pumpkin, Pumpkin by Jeanne Titherington and learn how pumpkins grow. Tots will pick a tiny pumpkin from our patch and decorate a Jack-o-lantern to take home. We will also enjoy…

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Operation Recon Nature for Families: Fall Harvest

Oct 28, 2023 3:00PM—4:00PM

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Veterans are invited to join us for an experiential hike along Wehr’s trails observing seasonal nature happenings and escaping the daily grind. Please register on our website so we may contact you in preparation and in case of cancellation. Contact Holly W. with questions at holly.walz@milwaukeecountywi.gov

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Family Full Moon Walk

Oct 28, 2023 7:00PM—9:00PM

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You will be over the moon as we learn the facts and folklore of our closest celestial neighbor – The Moon. Learn where the terms “lunatic” and “honeymoon” came from and then explore Wehr at night on a one-hour hike under the “Hunter’s Moon”. Enjoy campfire treats following the hike. Recommended for ages 6 and…

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NatureNauts-Chipmunk Chatter

Oct 29, 2023 1:00PM—2:00PM

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A program for 4-6 year olds with a caregiver. Discover the underground world of chipmunks. NatureNauts will crawl through a chipmunk tunnel, search for chipmunk food, make a craft chipmunk, and be treated to a special guest appearance. Join us for all the chippie fun. $5 parking fee applies to non-members

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NatureNauts-Chipmunk Chatter

Oct 30, 2023 9:30AM—10:30AM

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A program for 4-6 year olds with a caregiver. Discover the underground world of chipmunks. NatureNauts will crawl through a chipmunk tunnel, search for chipmunk food, make a craft chipmunk, and be treated to a special guest appearance. Join us for all the chippie fun. $5 parking fee applies to non-members.

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NatureNauts: Turkey Tales

Nov 05, 2023 1:00PM—2:00PM

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A program for children ages 4-6 and their caregivers NatureNauts will delight in dancing the “Turkey Trot”” as they discover what makes turkeys so special. Make a craft turkey, touch a real turkey feather, and go in search of Wehr’s resident wild turkeys. $5 parking fee applies for non-FOW Members

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NatureNauts: Turkey Tales

Nov 06, 2023 9:30AM—10:30AM

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A program for children ages 4-6 and their caregivers NatureNauts will delight in dancing the “Turkey Trot”” as they discover what makes turkeys so special. Make a craft turkey, touch a real turkey feather, and go in search of Wehr’s resident wild turkeys. $5 parking fee applies to non-FOW Members

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Nature Wizards: Squirrel Tales

Nov 12, 2023 1:00PM—2:30PM

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Join the Nature Wizard to learn about the rascally rodents that share our yards. We’ll learn to speak “squirrel” and gain an appreciation for these entertaining and ecologically important critters. Series for Members of the Friends of Wehr Make Wehr part of your family time. Friends of Wehr members at the family level or higher…

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NatureNauts-Super Snakes

Sep 25, 2023 9:30AM—10:30AM

NatureNauts-Super Snakes

Sep 24, 2023 1:00PM—2:00PM