Public Programs
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.
Holiday Craft Open House, Family – Friendly
December 6th, 2025 | 9:30 AM -12:00 PM
Join us for a morning of fun arts and crafts to get you and your family in the holiday spirit! Craft stations will be set up around the lower level of our nature center themed for the upcoming holidays. These crafts will be suited for all ages, but adult supervision is required for this event. Our staff will be available to replenish any supplies while assisting everyone with the crafts they complete at their own pace.
The event will run from 9:30am – 12pm, however, please arrive prior to 11:30am in order to leave enough room for all of the crafts!
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
GPS/Geocaching
November 22nd, 2025 |12:30-2:30 pm
Join us for a GPS and Geocaching adventure. Participants will learn the basics of geocaching – how it works, what is needed, and then go out on our designed trail in search of caches.
Age Level: 8-14
Cost: $8/child
Seasons: Fall and Spring
Max: 50 (1 or 2 adults per group)
April 12th, 2025 | 12:30-2:30 pm
From a blue sky to a bird’s song to a white cedar forest, nature can give you lots of ideas for art! Join us as we explore the outdoors and use what we see, hear, and feel to create an art project.
Age Level: 5-12
Cost: $8/child
Seasons: Fall and Spring
Max: 25 (1 or 2 adults per group)
October 24th, 2025 | 6:30 pm -8:00 pm
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, flashlights, headlamps, etc. We want our eyes to adjust to the dark.
One ticket needed per household.
There are no refunds for cancellations; substitutes are permitted. Refunds will be issued for programs cancelled by Bubolz due to low registration.
September 12th, 2025 | 7:30 pm -9:00 pm
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, flashlights, headlamps, etc. We want our eyes to adjust to the dark.
One ticket needed per household.
There are no refunds for cancellations; substitutes are permitted. Refunds will be issued for programs cancelled by Bubolz due to low registration.
November 13th, 2025 | 6:00-8:00 pm
Join us for the return of our popular Craft and Cocktail event, Thursday November 13th from 6:00-8:00pm. We will be making porch pots! Everyone will be able to create ONE porch pot.
With your $35 ticket purchase, you will receive the following:
-2 drink tickets per guest (more tickets available for purchase the night of)
-Enough supplies to create one porch pot
-Self serve s’mores (while supplies last)
FAQs
~Can my child attend with me?
Sadly, this event is for 21+ only! Keep your eyes peeled for some other fun family events coming up!
~Do I need to bring anything with me?
An ID will be required to verify your age and purchaser of ticket. Otherwise, grab some friends or family and you are good to go!
~Will this event be indoors or outdoors?
This event will be mainly indoors! One step of our craft will require us to step outside, or if you choose to roast a marshmallow or s’more over the fire outside!
~Is this event wheel chair accessible?
Yes! This event is fun for everyone over the age of 21! We have a ramp as well as an elevator that make this event accessible for everyone wanting to attend.
Have questions?
Email Rhiley Mulder at [email protected]
Join our naturalists and Associate Professor Lisa Grubisha of UW-Green Bay for our second mycology hike at Bubolz! Lisa Grubisha, Associate Professor and Chair of Applied Biotechnology at UW-Green Bay, will be leading a discussion and guided hike at Bubolz Nature Preserve to discuss the morphology of fungi. We will take a close look at some of the various types of fungi found around the preserve as we hike! This is our second time having our mycology hike at Bubolz, and it sold out fast the first time, so secure your tickets now! It’ll be a fun(gi) time! Cost is…
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