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Citizen Science coming to Bubolz!
Citizen Science is coming to the Bubolz Nature Preserve! Citizen science is the involvement of the public in scientific research – whether community driven research or global investigations. Bubolz Nature Preserve aims to increase the amount of active citizen naturalists in the area with the release of citizen science-based programs. “Citizen Science: Frog & Toad…
Read MoreNature Sings! Concert Dates Announced
Evergreen Credit Union presents the Nature Sings! summer concert series, a relaxing evening of music in nature. From earth, wind, fire, and water – to plant and animal life, experience how composers over the ages have celebrated planet Earth in the Bubolz Nature Preserve’s “Nature Sings” Concert Series. This is a great opportunity to take…
Read MoreLouv Tells Eco Groups to Work Together
Article by David Horst “You need a bigger boat.” That was best-selling author Richard Louv’s advice to Fox Valley nature centers and environmental groups as the keynote speaker for Earth Day and the grand opening of the new nature center at Bubolz Nature Preserve Sunday. His reference was to the movie Jaws — which he…
Read MoreLet’s Go Froggin’ dates announced!
Dates have been announced for our 2018 Spring programming, including our most popular public program for families – Let’s Go Frogging! Join our naturalists at the Preserve for fun and educational environmental programs. Check out our event calendar for dates and more specific information.
Read MoreRichard Louv to speak at Earth Day Festival
Bubolz Nature Preserve announced Richard Louv will speak at it’s Grand Opening Celebration and Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 22, 2018. Richard Louv is a journalist and author of nine books, including Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder, The Nature Principle: Reconnecting with Life in a Virtual Age, and most recently Vitamin N: The…
Read MoreMaple Syrup Saturday
Join us for a Pancake and Porkie breakfast served in the new Bubolz Environmental Center at 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, and 10:00am. $9.00/Adult; $6.00/Children ages 4 – 12; Children 3 and under are FREE. Price includes a tour of the sugarbush following breakfast. Reservations required for breakfast as space is limited. Call the preserve to reserve…
Read More2018 Dog Sledding Dates Announced
DOG SLEDDING DATES ANNOUNCED! Join Jim Feyen and his dogs for a dog sled ride on Saturday, January 6 or Saturday, January 13. There will be 2 sessions offered per day (10am and 12:30pm). Chili and Hot Chocolate will be included. Children under 8 must ride with an adult. Cost: $25/rider or $10/observer (additional credit…
Read MoreJoin our Team!
Join the preserve staff as we expand our programming in the new Environmental Center! Two new positions have been posted: Development/Marketing Manager and Banquet/ Event Set-Up/Cleaning! Complete job descriptions here
Read MoreWeddings at The Lodge: FAQ
Looking to have your wedding at the most naturally beautiful spot? Great! Here are a few frequently asked questions: What time can my wedding ceremony or reception begin? Indoor spaces may be used starting at 5:00 pm Monday – Saturday, and any time on Sunday, based upon availability. Outdoor ceremonies are available at your preferred time…
Read MoreHappily Ever After Starts Here: The Lodge
Now accepting bookings for The Lodge! Enjoy all the amenities of a traditional ceremony with the pure beauty of nature. Take a deep breath of fresh air and know that your wedding plans will come together as naturally as the two of you did. The new Lodge at Bubolz Nature Preserve will be available for events…
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