Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Three Bridges Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Menomonee Valley Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Washington Park for birds with us. Registration is required. Meet in the parking lot next to the Washington Park UEC building.
(For children 5-10 years old) Take on the outdoors as you explore different ecosystems around Riverside Park with us! Registration cost covers the entire month.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Riverside Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Urban Ecology Center building.
Due to some unfortunate circumstances, we are cancelling this season's ROOT program at Menomonee Valley. See you in Spring (hopefully before)!
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Come and experience what the Research and Community Science internship was like this past summer through the words, eyes and camera of summer intern, Chamong Xiong as he shares some of his best photos and stories of the summer.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For families) Create a beaded bracelet for yourself or a friend! A free, drop-in, self-guided, bracelet-making craft station will be available at Riverside Park while supplies last.
(For everyone) Catch the big one at Washington Park! Fish on your own using our equipment every Saturday through November 13. Outdoor fun for everyone!
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Three Bridges Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Menomonee Valley Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For adults) We are so excited for new volunteers! Learn about the history of the UEC, the different ways you are able to volunteers during these unprecedented times, and how we hope to be able to engage with you in the future.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Washington Park for birds with us. Registration is required. Meet in the parking lot next to the Washington Park UEC building.
(For children 5-10 years old) Take on the outdoors as you explore different ecosystems around Riverside Park with us! Registration cost covers the entire month.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Riverside Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For everyone) Join us as we explore the art of recycled papermaking to create beautiful book marks and greeting cards that are biodegradable and filled with wildflower seeds! No experience necessary. Great for youth who need volunteer hours.
Join Jeff Veglahn, Land Steward at Urban Ecology Center, as he discusses how the restoration efforts in Three Bridges Park, 24-acre ecological restoration project, are progressing since the park opened in 2013.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Join us on our mission to sample the cider! We'll have a starting sip of apple cider on the Riverside Park tower and then cycle over to Menomonee Valley to warm up with a cider from Newline Cafe and see the fall prairie!
(For families) Use paint to create a turkey from your hand print and explore what you're grateful for! Drop-in craft for children and families, happening all-day at Riverside Park.
(For everyone) Catch the big one at Washington Park! Fish on your own using our equipment every Saturday through November 13. Outdoor fun for everyone!
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Three Bridges Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Menomonee Valley Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Washington Park for birds with us. Registration is required. Meet in the parking lot next to the Washington Park UEC building.
(For children 5-10 years old) Take on the outdoors as you explore different ecosystems around Riverside Park with us! Registration cost covers the entire month.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Riverside Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us as we explore the art of recycled papermaking to create beautiful book marks and greeting cards that are biodegradable and filled with wildflower seeds! No experience necessary. Great for youth who need volunteer hours.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 6-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
The easiest ways to connect with our ancestry is through the use and enjoyment of fire. Controlling fire happened well before our species came into existence! We'll explore this hot topic through stories and photos.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Join with family and friends for this casual Turkey Trot 5k walk/run at Washington Park. Open to everyone- from strollers to adulthood. Bring non-perishable food items to donate to our local food pantry. Walk ins welcome!
(For adults) We are so excited for new volunteers! Learn about the history of the UEC, the different ways you are able to volunteers during these unprecedented times, and how we hope to be able to engage with you in the future.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
You can make a difference by Giving First on Tuesday, November 23rd. Traditionally, one of the most popular days of charitable giving, Giving Tuesday, falls after Black Friday and Cyber-Monday. Giving First Day flips that script. Before the hustle and bustle of the traditional shopping weekend, we have an opportunity to reflect on the needs […]
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Three Bridges Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Menomonee Valley Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Washington Park for birds with us. Registration is required. Meet in the parking lot next to the Washington Park UEC building.
(For 1st - 6th grade) School is out – time to play! Your kids will love building forts and playing outdoor games all while learning how animals and plants prepare for our long Wisconsin winters.
(For children 5-10 years old) Take on the outdoors as you explore different ecosystems around Riverside Park with us! Registration cost covers the entire month.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Riverside Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Urban Ecology Center building.
Knee high by the 4th of July and available to eat now - corn/maize represents one of the most complex agricultural breakthroughs and one of the most influential foods in the history of the world. Join us for some corny stories!
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 6-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Three Bridges Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Menomonee Valley Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Washington Park for birds with us. Registration is required. Meet in the parking lot next to the Washington Park UEC building.
(For children 5-10 years old) Take on the outdoors as you explore different ecosystems around Riverside Park with us! Registration cost covers the entire month.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
Kick-start your day with fresh air and bird song. Interested bird watchers of all ability levels are invited to explore Riverside Park for birds with us. Registration required. Meet in front of the Urban Ecology Center building.
(For everyone) Join us as we explore the art of recycled papermaking to create beautiful book marks and greeting cards that are biodegradable and filled with wildflower seeds! No experience necessary. Great for youth who need volunteer hours.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
(For everyone) Let’s dive into one of the smelliest and messiest matters as we explore the #2 topic of all time…. Poop! We will wipe the slate clean on a variety of preconceptions surrounding all things backyard feces as we share stories!
(For everyone) Join us to improve the biodiversity and ecological integrity of our parks! Activities include invasive species removal, trail work, planting, etc. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
(For teens) Join us for teen friendly movies, this fall and winter in Washington Park! No registration needed.
(For Volunteers) We are so excited for new volunteers! Learn about the history of the UEC, the different ways you are able to volunteers during these unprecedented times, and how we hope to be able to engage with you in the future.
(For adults and teens) Green your indoor space and boost your overall wellness this winter with live plants! Join us as we learn the many benefits of indoor plants and how to flex your green thumb. Each participant will leave with 2 plants to take home.
(For children) The Young Scientist Club is full of educational adventures for kids ages 5-12. Construct nature-based arts and crafts, create self-guided research projects, and more. Space is limited, sign-up on site.
