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Inspired by Tolkien’s legendary works, join us as we go on our own epic quest to acquire the one tree ring to rule them all. Journey through new lands, and be the Ranger, Dwarf, Wizard, Elf, or Hobbit you’ve always wanted to be. Through prairie, forest, and pond, learn the...
Frogs, turtles, tadpoles, dragonflies and many other creatures live in our ponds. We’ll learn how to carefully catch pond creatures so we can take a closer look at them. During the week we will visit different ponds to compare what lives in them. We’ll also visit Lake Michigan just to...
This camp will focus on learning how to protect the place we love: Schlitz Audubon. We will identify and remove invasive plants and animals, plant native plants and establish a pollinator garden, and test water quality and monitor the diversity of our ponds. We will get our hands dirty as...
Come put your detective skills to use as we follow the tracks and traces animal leave on the trails, including footprints, fur, feathers, and particularly poop (also known as scat). Have fun as you become an expert on animal poop and learn what it reveals about the animals that made...
It’s Fantastic Four! Enjoy four memorable days of summer camp with us. We’ll hike to less traveled places, explore the beach and try to catch some frogs! Each day will be fun-filled, and adventure packed. The week wouldn’t be complete without making s’mores over a fire. Expect to have fun,...
Calling all critter enthusiasts! Do you want to work with animals when you grow up? This week, we’ll meet people in the Milwaukee area that professionally work with animals in lots of different capacities. Join us to spend time with some of the Center’s animals, learn about further schooling to...
Come visit a very special Animal Crossing Island in real life! We’ll spend the week filling our Critterpedia by catching bugs, ponding, and searching for animals all around us. We’ll also work on our museum collection, discovering fossils for Blathers on our beach! Isabelle will provide us with some unique...
Who’s that by the birdfeeder? Birds brighten up the world around us, bringing color and song wherever they go. Join us in discovering the secrets of our feathered friends. Campers will create their own birdfeeders, and design crafts meant to keep our skies wild and free. Get ready to take...
Our students love our resident Raptors, and now they get a camp devoted to learning more about them! Alumni campers will meet a different bird-of-prey each day and will get an introduction to training, care, and enrichment of the Center’s resident birds by one of our Raptor Educators. As a...
Nature is full of wonder, including the amazing transformation known as metamorphosis. Each day, we will perform the metamorphosis magic trick as we learn how certain creatures develop from eggs into adults, in a process that seems almost magical! Each camp includes hiking, playing, hands-on activities, and exploration. Children must...
Who made that nest? Who is singing that song? We will use our eyes and ears to discover birds in the woods, prairie, and ponds. These four-day camps are a wonderful way to experience summer side-by-side with your child and prepare them for future preschool experiences. Each day will feature...
It’s Fantastic Four! Enjoy four memorable days of summer camp with us. We’ll hike to less traveled places, explore the beach and try to catch some frogs! Each day will be fun-filled, and adventure packed. The week wouldn’t be complete without making s’mores over a fire. Expect to have fun,...