Events

Scouts Snowshoe: Rescheduled to a Later Date

January 13, 2024 | 12:30 – 2:30 pm: Rescheduled to a Later Date  Open to Girl Scouts & Cub Scouts. Scouts will go on a snowshoe adventure. They will learn a little about how they work, collect the proper gear, practice a bit, and then go out on the trails. This program is weather dependent as we need a specific amount of snow. Troop Level: All Cost: $8/Scout & $10/Adults (if adults want to rent snowshoes) Season: Winter Max: 35 scouts (1 or 2 adults per troop)

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Girl Scouts: Winter Survival

February 3rd, 2024 | 12:30-2:30 pm

Put your survival skills to the test! Troops will learn the basics of how to survive and what is needed versus wanted. They will then work together to build shelters and warming fires in an attempt to survive a Wisconsin winter.

Troop Level: Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes
Cost: $8/Scout
Season: Winter
Max: 50 scouts (1 or 2 adults per troop)

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January Sit & Stroll

Book: Where Is Bear? by Leslea Newman

January 5, 2024 | 9:00 – 10:00 am

Sit & Stroll Nature series is for children 2+ years old and an adult to explore nature in fun, hands-on ways! Each month we will connect to a new theme through stories, activities and outdoor exploration at the preserve!

Each child must attend with an adult (at no extra charge). Siblings two and under are free to attend with an older sibling.

This program requires pre-registration and pre-payment. Registration must occur one week prior to the event. If the event has an attendance of 15 or fewer, the event will be cancelled for that month. You will receive a reminder email the week of programming with more details.

If you registered for a program and cannot attend, you may donate your ticket fee or use the ticket for another session (must be discussed with naturalist prior).

Cost: $5 One ticket is good for a 2+ year old child and an adult (younger siblings also allowed)

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December Sit & Stroll (Cancelled)

This program has been cancelled.

Book: The Snow Day by Ezra Jack Keats

December 1, 2023 | 9:00 – 10:00 am

Sit & Stroll Nature series is for children 2+ years old and an adult to explore nature in fun, hands-on ways! Each month we will connect to a new theme through stories, activities and outdoor exploration at the preserve!

Each child must attend with an adult (at no extra charge). Siblings two and under are free to attend with an older sibling.

This program requires pre-registration and pre-payment. Registration must occur one week prior to the event. If the event has an attendance of 15 or fewer, the event will be cancelled for that month. You will receive a reminder email the week of programming with more details.

If you registered for a program and cannot attend, you may donate your ticket fee or use the ticket for another session (must be discussed with naturalist prior).

Cost: $5 One ticket is good for a 2+ year old child and an adult (younger siblings also allowed)

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Girl Scouts: Renewable Energy

January 6, 2023 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm  Junior Scouts will explore renewable energy sources at the preserve as they work towards some aspects their Get Moving Journey. They will learn about the state-of-the-art Microgrid and its ability to produce, store and manage clean energy. The scouts will explore various sources of energy through hands on experiments with solar and wind. Troop Level: Junior Cost: $8/Scout or sibling Seasons: Winter Max: 25 scouts (1 or 2 adults per troop)

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Winter Camp 2023 (10-12 yrs)

Join us for a day of winter break at Bubolz! Each date will have indoor and outdoor activities best suited for the age range. Some of these activities could include: snowshoeing, cross country skiing, hiking searching for animal tracks and signs, winter survival, games, crafts, and more!

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Winter Camp 2023 (7-9 yrs)

Join us for a day of winter break at Bubolz! Each date will have indoor and outdoor activities best suited for the age range. Some of these activities could include: snowshoeing, cross country skiing, hiking searching for animal tracks and signs, winter survival, games, crafts, and more!

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Winter Camp 2023 (4-6 yrs)

Join us for a day of winter break at Bubolz! Each date will have indoor and outdoor activities best suited for the age range. Some of these activities could include: snowshoeing, cross country skiing, hiking searching for animal tracks and signs, winter survival, games, crafts, and more!

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Owl Prowl: Sold Out

This event is Sold Out. Join us as we learn more about owls of Wisconsin. We will begin with a short presentation with a live owl demonstration and dissection of owl pellets. This will be followed by a night hike to look for owls and learn more about their adaptations. Cost: Members $20.00 per family | Non-members $25.00 per family

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Night Hike

Come and explore the nature preserve in a whole new way. During this family friendly program, discover the sights, sounds, and beauty of nature at night as we go for a hike through our prairies and forests. Please no light up shoes, headlamps, flashlights, etc. We want our eyes to adjust to the dark. Cost: Members $15 per family | Non-members $20 per family

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