Animals & Insects
July 11th |10:00 AM -12:00 PM
Join us on July 11th from 10am-12pm, for a morning of bird fun! Master Naturalist Larry Lobner will lead a presentation and discussion on local birds and the struggles they currently are facing. With an approximate 25% decline in population since the 1970’s, we will take a look at what birds greatest threats are, and how we can help! Following the presentation, we will take a short hike to see what birds are currently calling Bubolz home.
The preserve will have binoculars for use during program time, however supplies are limited. Please bring your own supplies, if you have them- thank you!
Pre-registration is required for this event.
Cost:
$5/person
January 11th, 2026 | 2:00-4:00 pm
Meet Jim Feyen and his dogs from the Siberian Outpost. Jim will start out the program inside with a presentation about the history of dog sledding and what it takes to run a kennel and a dog sled team. If conditions permit, he may do a short run with the dogs. Finally, participants will be able to meet the dogs and ask any questions.
There will be NO RIDES.
Cost: $10 a person (4 and under free)
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration opens November 12th at 12 am.
There are no refunds for cancellations; substitutes are permitted. Refunds will be issued for programs cancelled by Bubolz due to low registration.
October 15th, 2025 | 5:30-7:30pm
Bubolz is hosting a family-friendly fall trivia night! We will gather around a campfire in our Pines and test our knowledge about all things fall, Wisconsin wildlife, and Bubolz history! Get the family together, or create a team of friends.
First place will win a family-level membership and second place will receive a family pass to one future event.
There will be candy, s’mores, and an evening well spent out in nature!
Have questions?
Email Rhiley Mulder at [email protected]
Cost: $10/ Family or Team
June 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 11th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 25th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 8th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 22nd, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm Join us for an evening at the preserve. We will learn about the frogs and toads found here with an indoor presentation. Then we will go pond dipping in search of frogs, tadpoles, and water insects. Each program date includes the same activities. One ticket needed per household. Cost: Members: $20 per family Non-members: $25 per family
June 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 11th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 25th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 8th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 22nd, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm Join us for an evening at the preserve. We will learn about the frogs and toads found here with an indoor presentation. Then we will go pond dipping in search of frogs, tadpoles, and water insects. Each program date includes the same activities. One ticket needed per household. Cost: Members: $20 per family Non-members: $25 per family
June 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 11th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 25th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 8th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 22nd, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm Join us for an evening at the preserve. We will learn about the frogs and toads found here with an indoor presentation. Then we will go pond dipping in search of frogs, tadpoles, and water insects. Each program date includes the same activities. One ticket needed per household. Cost: Members: $20 per family Non-members: $25 per family
June 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 11th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 25th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 8th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 22nd, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm Join us for an evening at the preserve. We will learn about the frogs and toads found here with an indoor presentation. Then we will go pond dipping in search of frogs, tadpoles, and water insects. Each program date includes the same activities. One ticket needed per household. Cost: Members: $20 per family Non-members: $25 per family
June 27th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 11th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm July 25th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 8th, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm August 22nd, 2025 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm Join us for an evening at the preserve. We will learn about the frogs and toads found here with an indoor presentation. Then we will go pond dipping in search of frogs, tadpoles, and water insects. Each program date includes the same activities. One ticket needed per household. Cost: Members: $20 per family Non-members: $25 per family
Kickoff the Summer by Celebrating the Summer Solstice with your family! This event will include various educational pieces such as catching insects at the prairie and pond, as well as tables and presentations from local Wildlife groups. Additionally, we will have games set up for kiddos to win prizes while enjoying popcorn and the official start of the summer season!
February 1st, 2025 | 9:00-11:00 am
Join us as we learn about the animals that call Bubolz their home. We will explore pelts and skulls of mammals and go for a hike throughout the different habitats searching for homes along the way. We will even make a small animal home and put our skills to the test.
Age Level: 8-12
Cost: $8/child
Seasons: Winter
Max: 25 (1 or 2 adults per group)