Launched in 2015, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s “Gifts to the Community” program aims to provide special opportunities for citizens to connect with the area's positive characteristics. This year, in partnership with the Fund for Lake Michigan, area residents are being offered a special day of free admission to four signature destinations on our region’s shoreline, including two in Ozaukee County: the Port Exploreum and the 1860 Light Station. On Saturday, October 15th, both the Port Exploreum and the 1860 Light Station will be open to visitors for free, as well as the Betty Brinn Children's Museum, Discovery World, and the Milwaukee Art Museum, all in downtown Milwaukee. Visitors to Port Washington will also find the Farmers Market happening downtown from 8 a.m. -12:30 p.m., and the tall ship Denis Sullivan will be in the harbor for special "Haunted Sullivan" sails. As part of the Port Washington Historical Society, the 1860 Light Station and Port Exploreum vividly tell the stories of Port Washington from its earliest days to the present. The Light Station, located just east of the historic St. Mary’s Church, has been restored to reflect the life of a Light Keeper in the late 1800s. It will be open from 11 a.m - 4 p.m. The Port Exploreum, located in downtown Port, is a history and maritime museum that uses the latest technologies to interactively tell the stories of Port Washington and Lake Michigan. There are many hands on activities for kids, and the Exploreum's latest exhibit, "Nothing But Nets," which chronicles the history and social impact of commercial fishing on the Port Washington area. The Port Exploreum is open from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information about the 2016 Gifts to the Community free access day, including destination information and program notes, visit greatermilwaukeefoundation.org/gifts. About the Greater Milwaukee Foundation For more than a century, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation has helped individuals, families and organizations realize their philanthropic goals and make a difference in the community, during their lifetimes and for future generations. The Foundation consists of more than 1,200 individual charitable funds, each created by donors to serve the charitable causes of their choice. The Foundation also deploys both human and financial resources to address the most critical needs of the community and ensure the vitality of the region. Established in 1915, the Foundation was one of the first community foundations in the world and is now among the largest. About Fund for Lake Michigan The Fund for Lake Michigan, a donor advised fund of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, was established in 2011 as part of an agreement between We Energies, Madison Gas and Electric, WPPI Energy, Clean Wisconsin and Sierra Club to safeguard the lake and improve water quality in the region. The Fund has awarded more than $15 million in grants over the past five years to restore habitat, improve beaches, clean up rivers and streams, and revitalize waterfronts in the Milwaukee Area.
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Each year, the National Fire Protection Association picks a new theme for Fire Prevention Week in October, and this year it's smoke alarms. Many of the Fire Departments in Ozaukee are hosting events this Saturday, October 8th and Sunday, October 9th, to get the message out to people in the community. Open House is on Saturday at the Belgium Fire Department, and runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature the TMJ4 Stormchaser Vehicle, fire truck rides, an extrication demo, Flight for Life, refreshments, raffles, and handouts. The Port Washington Fire Department will host an Open House from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a Pancake/Egg Breakfast from 9 to noon on Sunday. The breakfast is $7/person, and children 5 and under are free. Equipment demonstrations, fire engine rides, blood pressure checks, hands-only CPR training, and the chance to see downtown Port from the ladder truck, if you're brave enough, will all be a part of the event. The Waubeka Fire Department's Open House goes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, and features hands-on fire extinguisher training, exciting fire and rescue demos, a scavenger hunt for kids, door prizes, refreshments, Flash the Fire Dog, and the chance to win a 50" LED TV. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, the Grafton Fire Department will hold their Open House. Kids can stop in for a wooden nickle, and get their chance to win a ride to school in a fire truck! Visitors will find live stove fires, jaws of life demos, and sprinkler demos, along with Jer Bear the Clown, the Grafton Police Squad, the Grafton Fire Bell Club, and the Home Depot DIY Project. The good book says, "To every thing there is a season." In Cedarburg, to every season there is a festival, and Fall means it's time for Wine & Harvest. On Saturday, September 17th and Sunday, September 18th, Washington Avenue in downtown Cedarburg will close to traffic and fill up with artists, food, music, and fun of all kinds.
Cedarburg's own Cedar Creek Winery inspired this food and art oriented celebration 44 years ago, and it has grown in popularity each year. Visitors will find a Farmers Market, hundreds of artisan products for sale, a pumpkin carver, sheep shearing, street performers, hay rides, live music from the likes of Frog Water, Will Pfrang, Stereotype, the Rhythm Kings, and the Whiskeybelles, and all kinds of activities and competitions for all ages. One of the most popular competitions at the festival is the annual Grape Stomp, a hilarious and action-packed event for both adults and children, which takes place outside the Winery on both days of the festival. The Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off is a hit, which also includes watermelons and gourds. Many of the downtown businesses offer raffles, sales, and activities during the festival. Tours of the historic Kuhefuss House Museum are available, and the Cedarburg Art Museum's Beer Garden will be open. Bounce houses and a barrel train, as well as other activities for children, will be located at Cedar Creek Park. Outside of downtown, the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts will also have their latest exhibit, Quilt Nihon: Treasures from Japan. The 44th Annual Wine & Harvest Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit the Festivals of Cedarburg website: http://www.cedarburgfestival.org/, or their Facebook page. Riveredge Nature Center expands Family Nature Clubs to Bring Outdoors Directly to Communities9/7/2016 By Matt Gaboury
Outdoor families are happier families, a new study from the University of Illinois shows. Spending time in nature as a family has numerous health, behavioral, and bonding benefits, but finding time to get outside together can be tough, and knowing what to do once there can be even tougher. That's why Riveredge Nature Center is starting brand new Family Nature Clubs in Ozaukee, Washington, and Sheboygan Counties. Family Nature Clubs meet once a month, and are organized by experienced leaders who take charge of coordinating activities for the group. They will introduce families to new natural areas in their own communities, and provide families a dedicated time each month to focus on connecting with each other and their communities. The expansion of the clubs follows a successful pilot year at Riveredge Nature Center. "We have made the conscious effort to expand family nature clubs throughout Southeastern Wisconsin in order to meet families where they are. By providing a loose structure and guidance of a naturalist, we hope to help parents build confidence taking their children outdoors, while inspiring the whole family to seek out the natural spaces in their very own backyard. Nature is all around us, sometimes we just need a little help to experience it," Cassie Bauer, Family and Community Programs Manager at Riveredge explains. Clubs start in September. The Ozaukee County chapter's first meeting is at the Feith Family YMCA in Port Washington on September 8th from 6 to 7:30 PM, the Washington County club meets at the West Bend School District Outdoor Classroom on September 15th from 6 to 7:30 PM, the Riveredge club meets for it's second year at the nature center starting September 20th from 5:30 to 7 PM, and the Sheboygan County chapter meets at Bookworm Gardens in Sheboygan on September 27th from 5 to 6:30 PM. More details, the full club schedule, and information on RSVPing can be found at riveredgenaturecenter.org/family-nature-clubs/. About Riveredge Nature Center For nearly fifty years, Riveredge Nature Center has been a pioneer in engaging people with the natural world. Its 379 acres of restored wild Wisconsin ecosystems, 10 miles of trails for adventuring, and a legacy of hundreds of thousands of kids transformed by a deeply intimate interaction with nature are a testament to Riveredge's passion for this cause. That passion continues today through the building of a movement to bring the great outdoors to families, schools and neighborhoods. From August 3rd through the 7th, the Ozaukee County Fair will return to its yearly place at the Fairgrounds along Washington Avenue in Cedarburg for rides, food, music, animals, 4-H, a truck and tractor pull, a demolition derby, and more. All of this, at one of the last free fairs in the Midwest. Interestingly, the Fair has not always been free, and it hasn't always been in Cedarburg, either. While the Fair, which was created by the Ozaukee County Agricultural Society in 1859, was originally held on leased land in Cedarburg, it was moved soon after to Saukville, where it remained until 1890, when the current location was built. The cost of admission was a whopping fifty cents, until 1942, when Fair officials voted to do away with the admission price. Since that time, the Fair has been funded by ticket prices to the Grandstand Shows, such as the Demo Derby and Truck and Tractor Pull. The big Grandstand Show this year is the Charlie Daniels Band, along with the Whiskeybelles, who will open the show at 7:30. Tickets for this, and any of the other Grandstand Shows can be purchased on the Fair's website. Hours for the fair are noon to midnight on Wednesday, 8 a.m. to midnight on Thursday through Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. The Fairgrounds are located at W67 N866 Washington Avenue in Cedarburg. Find out all of the details at the Ozaukee County Fair website: http://www.ozaukeecountyfair.com/ There's a whole new way to get people out into State Parks this year, thanks to the Summit Players, a group of Marquette University kids who have a love for the bard, and who have dedicated their summers to bringing it to people all over the state, through the State Parks. According to their facebook page, " The Summit Players believe strongly in the value of theatre as a tool to improve our community, and hope that we can create some overlap between the arts, nature, and outdoor recreation through this “play out of a trunk,” Shakespeare in the State Parks venture." The group started their venture last summer with a stripped-down, 6 actor version of A Midsummer Night's Dream, which uses all of the original language of Shakespeare, but is edited to make the play friendly for all ages, and to fit into approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. This year, they've added a second production to their repertoire with As You Like It. They also offer a 45 minute free workshop, that opens up some of the mystery of Shakespeare to make it more accessible, and is perfect for school-aged children and families. I was able to see their production of A Midsummer Night's Dream two weeks ago at Harrington Beach State Park, and it was both brilliant and hysterical! The shortage of actors lends an additional comedic aspect to an already humorous tale, but somehow the Summit Players make it even more fun to watch, with just the right amount of audience participation. Plus, there's no better setting than being outdoors for Midsummer. This Saturday, July 30th, the players will be at Kohler Andrae State Park in Sheboygan, for two workshops and shows: 1 p.m workshop; 2 p.m. performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream; 5:30 p.m. workshop; and, a 7 p.m. performance of As You Like It. I wouldn't miss it, if I were you! For the Summit Players complete summer schedule, list of State Parks, and showtimes, go to: http://www.summitplayerstheatre.com/p/dates.html Since 1964, Port Washington has been home to Fish Day, the "world's largest outdoor fish fry;" a one-day festival that includes a parade, fireworks, carnival rides, helicopter rides, a car show, arts & crafts festival, live music and, of course, fish and chips -- all while raising money for a number of local civic organizations, including the Rotary Club, Kiwanis, and Lions Club. This year's theme is "Fishmas in July," so bust out your Santa caps and join in the fun! The day begins at 8 a.m. with an 8K Run & 2 mile Fun Run/Walk benefiting Portal, Inc., a not-for-profit human service agency serving adults with disabilities. There are categories for all ages, and registration can be taken the day of the event. One of the biggest draws to the festival is the parade, which begins at 10 a.m. at Wisconsin and Walters Streets, and runs south on Wisconsin Street to Grand Avenue. Featuring a variety of marching bands and entertainment of all kinds, the parade runs at least an hour long, and vendors sell fish and chips along the route to hungry parade-goers. While the festival is free, a button is required to enter the Main Stage area, which can be purchased for $5 on the grounds. This year, the Main Stage features several Country Music artists, beginning with the Milwaukee-based band, Road Crew, from 2:15-5:45. From 6:15-6:45, the McMenamin Irish Dancers will take the stage. Then, Nora Collins, a WAMI "Rising Star" will make a special appearance from 7-7:30 p.m. Finally, Josh Thompson will take the stage from 8-9:30 p.m. The Main Stage isn't the only place to catch live music. The Band Shell at Veteran's Memorial Park will host the acoustic duo, J-Dubz Live, from 11:15 a.m.- 2 p.m.; Bobby Way & The Fabulous Way Outs from 2:30-6:30; and Beatles tribute band, The Britins, from 7-9:30 p.m. The Blues Stage (located near the main gate on Washington St.) will feature Generation Gap from 11:00 a.m.-1:15 p.m., KIC band from 1:45-5:15 p.m., and the Robert Allen Jr. Duo from 5-6:15 p.m. The Lake View Stage (located off of Jackson St. on the lakefront will have Scotch and Soda from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Track 6 from 3:15-6:30 p.m., and The Rush Tribute Project from 7-9:30 p.m. The Classic Car Show, Arts & Crafts Show, and Helicopter Rides all begin at 10 a.m. in Upper Lake Park, where the Family Zone is also located. The Carnival, located across from Veteran's Memorial Park, will also begin at 10 a.m., while the popular Soccer Water Fights begin at 3 p.m. in Veteran's Memorial Park. The annual Smoked Fish Eating Contest will happen at the Lake View Stage from 2:30-3:15. The grand finale, of course, is an incredible fireworks display, which begins at 9:30 p.m., and closes the event at 10 p.m. For more, up to date information, visit the Fish Day Facebook Page, or go to www.portfishday.com. There's nothing quite as Americana as the 4th of July in the small town communities of Oz. Looking for a celebration near you? Look no further! Belgium The celebration begins in Belgium with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. on Friday, June 24th at Heritage Park. Thiensville Thiensville's Family Fun Before the 4th is a nearly all-day event, and a great day for the whole family! On Saturday, July 25th, the parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m. Follow it to the Village Park, where free ice-cream, live music, and a variety of events await, followed by fireworks at dusk. Rotary Music Festival in Cedarburg The Drum Corps International Tour will return to Cedarburg on Sunday, July 3, for the 17th Annual Rotary Music Festival. Cedarburg High School Stadium is set to play host to a lineup of 9 World and Open Class corps during this event that will take place on the eve of Independence Day. Friestadt It doesn't get any more Americana than Trinity Friestadt's 4th of July Parade and Picnic! Spend your day enjoying one of Ozaukee County's best kept secrets, beginning with an outdoor worship service at 10 a.m. (weather permitting), an 11 a.m. picnic (complete with root beer floats), a noon tour of the Historical Grounds (with a new display of telephones through the ages), and a 1 p.m. parade, followed by children's games, a flag raising, and the very German music of the Alte Kameraden Band and dancing by the Pommersche Tanzdeel Dancers. Grafton Grafton's 4th of July coincides with Grillin' in Grafton. The parade begins at Grafton High School at 11 a.m., and makes its way to Centennial Park, where more fun can be found, including an 11:30 performance by the UW Marching Band, and fireworks at dusk. Port Washington Port's parade begins at 11 a.m. on the 4th; follow it to Veteran's Park on the lakefront for an old fashioned ice cream social, bicycle judging, a watermelon seed spitting contest, and music throughout the afternoon. The only fireworks over the lakefront in Oz begin at dusk, and are best seen from Rotary Park or Coal Dock Park. Saukville Saukville's parade begins at 1 p.m., going through downtown and ending at Grady Park for a picnic and activities. Fireworks are at dusk over Peninsula Park. Cedarburg Cedarburg's 4th of July Hometown Celebration boasts the largest parade in Ozaukee (roughly 2 hours long!), which begins at Fireman's Park at 10 a.m., and heads south along Washington Ave., making its way to Cedar Creek Park, where a picnic and activities can be found. The Civic Band performs in the band shell at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30. Happy Independence Day, Ozaukee! When summer comes to Oz, the music begins. Live music. Outdoors. Family friendly. I can't think of a better way to spend a summer evening. Here's the lineup for the summer concert series:
Summer Sounds On Friday nights, beginning at 7 p.m., Cedar Creek Park comes alive with music lovers of all ages. Bring a blanket or chairs. Food and drinks are available to purchase, or bring your own. The playground next to the newly finished band shell is the perfect place for when the kids get bored, or take a stroll along Cedar Creek while the music plays. Freeport Music Festival On Friday in June 24th, July 22nd, and August 19th, the band shell at Veteran's Park on the shores of Lake Michigan is the place to be. The music starts at 7 p.m. with an opening act, followed by the headliner at 8:30. There is a variety of food and soft drinks for sale, as well as beer and wine choices available for purchase from the Port Washington Yacht Club, or bring your own. There is also a playground for the kids to blow off some steam. Live at the Triangle This concert series in the heart of downtown Saukville happens on Wednesday nights from 7-9:30 p.m. throughout the summer. Food and beverages are available to purchase at the park, and every concert is "Cruise Night," so bring your hot rod if you've got it! GALA in the Park Concert Series Starting Thursday, July 7th and continuing through Thursday, August 25th, the Grafton Area Live Arts presents concerts from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. (or later for some). Concerts are held in Veteran's Memorial Park in Grafton along the Milwaukee River. Food is available to purchase from John's Pizzaria of Grafton, and the Grafton Lion's Club sells popcorn and beverages. The Patio at Newport Shores Newport Shores is the only restaurant on the lakefront in Ozaukee County, and there outdoor stage sees an amazing lineup of artists all summer long, including an Open Mic Night every Thursday evening. Of course, there are a variety of festivals happening throughout Oz over the summer, and live music is always on the agenda! Gathering on the Green This yearly concert at Rotary Park in Mequon focuses on fun for the whole family, and usually attracts pretty big name artists. This year, the headliner is none other than Huey Lewis and the News on Friday, July 15th, while the Kids From Wisconsin and the Starliner Big Band will take the stage on Saturday the 16th. Families can get in free with a food donation on Saturday this year, and the evening culminates with the Green's signature musical fireworks! Hot Rods N Blues On the last weekend in June each year, Rods-n-Relics Car Club hosts a car, truck & motorcycle show at Lime Kiln Park in Grafton, Wisconsin called Hot Rods ‘N Blues. This year, The Incorruptibles kick off the event with a set from 11:00am-1:00pm on Sunday, June 26th. Headlining the event is the “Braille Blues Daddy” Bryan Lee. His set is from 1:30pm-3:30pm. Strawberry Festival You'll find music every which way you turn at this annual event in downtown Cedarburg, happening the weekend of June 25th and 26th, but especially at the Gruber Law Office Main Stage next to the Festival Food Court which will feature rockin’ fun cover bands like Our House and Life in a Tree. Grillin' in Grafton This annual festival takes place at Lime Kiln Park, along the Milwaukee River, the first weekend in July, and is billed as Wisconsin's number one BBQ Festival. A BBQ competition, parade, fireworks, and plenty of live music is on the agenda. Fish Day Billed as the "World's Largest One Day Outdoor Fish Fry," Fish Day in Port Washington is celebrating its 52nd year this July 16th. The music headliners are of a Country Music type, featuring Josh Thompson, WAMI award winner Nora Collins, and Road Crew. Ozaukee County Fair One of the last free fairs in the Midwest, the Ozaukee County Fair is an excellent place to catch some live music. Happening August 3rd through the 7th, the Fair kicks off its 157th year with the likes of the Charlie Daniels Band, the Whiskeybelles, and Pat McCurdy, among others. With five stages of music, you're sure to find something you like. Luxembourg Fest An ethnic festival like no other, Luxembourg Festival in Belgium takes place August 12th through the 14th at the Belgium Community Park. You don't have to be a Luxembourger to attend (though it probably helps). A parade, fireworks, car show, kid's zone, craft fair, live music (featuring the headliner, Uprising, on Friday night), and more are sure to please even the non-Luxembourgers among us. Paramount Blues Festival The festival comes to Port Washington's Coal Dock Park this year, over Labor Day Weekend, and is sure to be a hit. The list of musical talent is long, and continues to grow. This should be the perfect end to a long and glorious summer of live music in Oz. If you want to get outdoors this summer, but you need a plan to help you do it, then Riveredge can help. This beautiful Nature Center in Newburg has events going on all summer long for all ages. Here is the lineup for June: Program Title: Weekend Wild Things Program Date: Saturday, 6/11/2016, 9:30-11:30 am Description: Come join the Riveredge Nature Center’s new, once monthly Saturday land stewardship group, “The Weekend Wild Things”. Are you interested in getting involved with land stewardship at Riveredge? Can’t make it to Habitat Healers because of school or work? We now have a weekend option! Program Title: Permaculture Gardening at Woodland Harvest: What, Why, How? Program Date: Saturday, 6/11/2016, 10-11:30 am Description: Come see the Woodland Harvest Permaculture Garden and take a tour through our 4-acre sustainable garden! Learn what permaculture gardening is, why Riveredge has committed to this style of agriculture, and how it is managed for long-term food production. Specifically, the program will include subjects in permaculture design, soil and water management, crop rotations, managing free-range animals, and an overall tour of the garden. This is an educational hands-on experience will help you manage your own garden at home and expand your knowledge of sustainable agriculture! Program Title: Herb Walk with Kyle Denton Program Date: Sat., 6/11/2016, 10:00-12:00 Description: Join professional herbalist Kyle Denton to learn the medicinal virtues of plants found at Riveredge and throughout the state. Kyle is a professional herbalist trained in the traditions of Western Herbalism as well as Ayurveda, a system of healing from India from which yoga comes. Walks start at the Visitor Center and will take place rain or shine the second Saturday of the month. Program Title: Riveredge Kids Cooking Series: 4th of July Favorites Program Date: Saturday, 6/11/2016, 10:00-11:30am Description: This program will be feast for your mind and your appetite! Create delicious, easy-to-make recipes for beginner chefs and harvest fresh ingredients from the Children’s Organic Garden. This session’s menu will focus on eating a rainbow, summer smoothies, and a 4th of July parfait. Each beginner chef will decorate their own apron. Please be prepared to share any food allergies your child may have. Pre-registration required. Program Title: Color Your World Weeklong Plein Air Art Camp Program Date: Mon-Fri, June 13- 17: 9 am – 12 pm, various locations Description: Join us for a colorful art expedition through the streets of Cedarburg, the trails and ponds of Riveredge Nature Center and more! Instructors will take youth through an artful exploration of a variety of natural environments culminating with a free entry into the CCC’s Youth “Plein Air” art contest, which runs June 10-20. Art campers will learn skills geared for creative outdoor work including lighting, perspective, shading, landscapes, architectural elements and more. Campers should dress according to the weather each day. Sunscreen and/or insect repellent are recommended. Program Title: Open Tree Climb Program Date: Monday, 6/13/2016, 5-7pm Description: Explore Riveredge at a new elevation! Our new Tree Climbing programs are meant for youth and adults, age 7 and above, with little to no tree climbing skills. Ascend ropes and explore the world way above your feet. We make it safe and easy! All equipment is supplied; all you need is loose clothing (T-shirt and long pants recommended), closed toe shoes (hard soles recommended), and an adventurous spirit. Pre-registration is highly recommended. The tree climbing programs often fill quickly. There is a minimum of 6 climbers and a maximum of 16. Program Title: Phenology Finders Program Date: Friday, 6/17/2016, 1-2:30 pm Description: Join us on this afternoon hike as we head out on the trails to find signs of the seasons. Track the first blooms of the prairie plants on our prairie phenology trail, explore our wetlands for reptiles, and hike along the Milwaukee River to hear and see birds in their summer homes. Program Title: Unwind in the Woods Program Date: Friday, 6/17/2016, 5-8pm Description: Venture into the woods, prairies and wetlands of Riveredge on a journey of self-discovery. Connect with the rhythms of the land, with your inner artist, naturalist, poet and child. We’ll naturalize, botanize, and create a reflection of the places we visit around the sanctuary. Bring a journal, camera or notebook as well as your water bottle and hat. You are welcome to visit our new labyrinth before or after the program. Please pre-register at least 24 hours in advance. Program Title: Walking the Labyrinth Program Date: Friday, 6/17/2016, 6:30-9 pm Description: Come and experience Riveredge’s newly created labyrinth, lighted by the full moon and firelight, this is the perfect chance for you to experience meditation in motion. Labyrinths are structures that help to facilitate inner peace and reflection. Participants are fee to come and go anytime throughout the program time. Upon arrival to Riveredge, participants should come to the Main Building to register. Program Title: Children's Library Adventure Time: Marsh Music by Marianne Berkes Program Date: Saturday, 6/18/2016, 10:00-11:30am Description: Meet in the Children’s Library and venture to Frog Haven Pond to hear the story Marsh Music. Follow your guide as you listen and search for toads, frogs and polliwogs! Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Program Title: Open Tree Climb Program Date: Saturday, 6/18/2016, 1-3pm Description: Explore Riveredge at a new elevation! Our new Tree Climbing programs are meant for youth and adults, age 7 and above, with little to no tree climbing skills. Ascend ropes and explore the world way above your feet. We make it safe and easy! All equipment is supplied; all you need is loose clothing (T-shirt and long pants recommended), closed toe shoes (hard soles recommended), and an adventurous spirit. Pre-registration is highly recommended. The tree climbing programs often fill quickly. There is a minimum of 6 climbers and a maximum of 16. Program Title: Father’s Day Fly Fishing for Beginners Program Date: Sun, 6/19/2016, 12:30-3:30pm Description: This is an opportunity for fathers and their children to learn something new together on this special day. It also makes a great gift for a dad. We will supply all the equipment. Class size is limited to 12. Program Title: Open Tree Climb Program Date: Tuesday, 6/21/2016, 3-5pm Description: Explore Riveredge at a new elevation! Our new Tree Climbing programs are meant for youth and adults, age 7 and above, with little to no tree climbing skills. Ascend ropes and explore the world way above your feet. We make it safe and easy! All equipment is supplied; all you need is loose clothing (T-shirt and long pants recommended), closed toe shoes (hard soles recommended), and an adventurous spirit. Pre-registration is highly recommended. The tree climbing programs often fill quickly. There is a minimum of 6 climbers and a maximum of 16. Program Title: Little Explorers Play Group Program Date: Thursday, 6/23/2016, 10:00-11:30am Description: Let's gather in the Natural Play Area and share the wonder of nature through outdoor play. We will also venture into forests, fields, ponds and more. Nature sensory bins for babies and exploration tools for older children will be available. Indoor activities will be planned in case of inclement weather. Program Title: Night Hunting for Moths Program Date: Friday, 6/24/2016, 7-12am (overnight camping available Description: Learn about the rarity of our night-time forest inhabitants first hand with local lepitopterist, Randy Powers of Prairie Future Seed Co. We will review the identification and ecology of moths, and then travel to a series of riverside light boxes at twilight, and again at dusk. At each of 6 light boxes there will be ample opportunity for photography, identification, and questions. Families are welcome, and overnight camping is available. Please come early enough to set-up your tents in the light. Program Title: SAWW Chainsaw Training - Level 1 Program Date: Saturday, 6/25/2016, 8am-5pm Description: Part one of a four level series through the Safety and Woods Working training program (SAWW). Participants in Level 1 training will spend time both outside and in the classroom, practicing techniques to operate chainsaws safely, comfortably, and productively. Topics include: personal protective equipment (PPE) body mechanics, chainsaw safety features, the chain and the cutter tooth, reactive forces, planning and executing tree felling, limbing, and bucking, introductory bore cutting and open face felling. Hands-on training gives participants the opportunity to fell at least one tree. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment; helmets are mandatory. Program Title: Butterfly Bonanza Program Date: Sat., 6/25/2016, 8:30 review – 9:00-3:00 Count Description: Learn to identify and document butterflies while participating in the annual Butterfly Count. Contribute to over 25 years of research about the butterflies that call this area their home. Wear walking shoes and pack a bag lunch if you’re staying for the day. Adults and children ages 12 & up with a parent are welcome. Join us for all or part of the day. Program Title: Water Adventures: Tubing the Milwaukee River Program Date: Saturday, 6/25/2016, 10:00-11:30am Description: Hop on an inner tube and float down the Milwaukee River with a Riveredge Naturalist. Discover the diversity of living things that make their home in the river. Wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get wet. Bring a lifejacket and inner tube if you have them. Children must be at least 7 years old and accompanied by an adult. Participants should be able to hike approximately 1 mile. Pre-registration is required. Please indicate whether you will be bringing your own inner tubes and lifejackets or using RNC’s. Program Title: River Valley Bike Ride Program Date: Sunday, 6/26/2016, Description: Oh, Wisconsin. Pedal along the shore of Lake Michigan, ride down bustling small town roads and quiet country lanes, and experience majestic forests, prairies, and pastures. With seven great routes from 8 miles to 100, there's opportunities for riders of every age and experience level to celebrate just what makes the Badger state so special and to help us raise funds to get families active outdoors! Program Title: Parent or Grand Parent/Child Trek: River Rambling Program Date: Monday, 6/27/2016, 10am-12pm Description: Join a naturalist and step into the Milwaukee River! We’ll explore this wonderful, watery, world and seek out the creatures that call the river home. Bring your favorite wading shoes (old sneakers work best), a towel and a change of clothes. Expect to get wet! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Feel free to pack a lunch and stay for a picnic after the program. Program Title: Photo Club Program Date: Tues., 6/28/2016, 7:00-8:30pm Description: Are you looking for a friendly group of photo hobbyists who enjoy both shooting and sharing their photos? This Photo Club brings together those who enjoy photography and wish to take better pictures through practice. Meetings are free and open to the public, and you'll be welcomed as a photographer, regardless of your skill level. They are informal and include time for "shop talk" and networking with other members. Bring any pictures you want to share (prints, album, or digital files on a USB flash drive). You do not need to bring your camera equipment or a computer. Program Title: Open Tree Climb Program Date: Thursday, 6/30/2016, 1-3pm Description: Explore Riveredge at a new elevation! Our new Tree Climbing programs are meant for youth and adults, age 7 and above, with little to no tree climbing skills. Ascend ropes and explore the world way above your feet. We make it safe and easy! All equipment is supplied; all you need is loose clothing (T-shirt and long pants recommended), closed toe shoes (hard soles recommended), and an adventurous spirit. Riveredge is located at 4458 County Hwy Y, Saukville, WI 53080. Call (262) 375-2715, or find out more at their website: http://riveredgenaturecenter.org/ |
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