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 everyone) Get a close-up view of larval butterflies living in our green spaces! Learn how to find and count monarch eggs and caterpillars in this survey. Surveys may be cancelled in inclement weather.
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 everyone) Get a close-up view of larval butterflies living in our green spaces! Learn how to find and count monarch eggs and caterpillars in this survey. Surveys may be cancelled in inclement weather.
(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 & teens) Join this free running club in partnership with Lululemon and FEAR MKE. FEAR (Forget Everything And Run) is a Milwaukee run crew dedicated to changing the narrative in the running community by creating a safe space for all runners.
(For everyone) We are so excited for new volunteers! Learn about the history of the UEC, the different ways you are able to volunteers, and how we hope to be able to engage with you in the future.
(For adults & teens) Life on our planet depends on the existence of a large ball of hot gas. A star we call the sun. Explore the complex stories our sun provides. Join us from the comfort of your computer on Friday morning!
(For adults & teens) Learn the basics of paddling with an Urban Ecology Center educator! We will gear up with canoes and kayaks to paddle together in hopes of catching the sunset across the lagoon.
(For everyone) Get up and get going on Saturdays! Go dancing with Ms. Jackie's Zumba class. Zumba is a great cardio and Latin-inspired dance fitness program. This week at Washington Park's Health & Wellness Fitness Series.
(For everyone) Help keep our parks clean, safe and accessible. Dress for the weather and join other volunteers as we walk through the park picking up trash and noting any maintenance needs.
(For children 6-12 years old) Kids ages 6 to 10 unite at Three Bridges Park for an out of school nature club right here in the Valley! We'll explore many angles of urban ecology and also venture on a field trip or two from September to November.
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 everyone) Each fall monarchs migrate 2,000+ miles from their summer territories to central Mexico! We will use nets to identify and tag monarchs. Hold these creatures in your hand, tag, and release them. Please register in advance.
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 everyone) Each fall monarchs migrate 2,000+ miles from their summer territories to central Mexico! We will use nets to identify and tag monarchs. Hold these creatures in your hand, tag, and release them. Please register in advance.
(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) Each fall monarchs migrate 2,000+ miles from their summer territories to central Mexico! We will use nets to identify and tag monarchs. Hold these creatures in your hand, tag, and release them. Please register in advance.
(For everyone) Join us for a photography exhibit centered on Abundance & Minimalism in Nature. This show features images captured by members of the UEC Photo Club. For more info about the UEC Photo Club visit https://uecpc.org/
(For adults & teens) Come join us for weekly Friday virtual lectures on the amazing life that exists in our backyards. Each week will focus on a different Backyard Naturalist topic from birds to archaea. We will cover it ALL, one week at a time!
(For everyone) "I am me because of them - My journey of self discovery through my ancestors". Come celebrate this art opening of Rozalia Hernandez-Singh and learn about her expression of self-identity through art.
(For everyone 6+) Rock climbing does your body and your mind good! Get some fresh air as you challenge yourself to climb to new heights on our three story open-air rock wall.
(For everyone) Join us for Certified Nordic Walking (CNW). As you walk, you move poles with your arms. CNW combines cardio exercise with a muscle workout for your shoulders, arms, core, and legs. Try CNW at Washington Park's Health & Wellness Fitness.
(For everyone) Help keep our parks clean, safe and accessible. Dress for the weather and join other volunteers as we walk through the park picking up trash and noting any maintenance needs.
(For everyone) We are so excited for new volunteers! Learn about the history of the UEC, the different ways you are able to volunteer 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 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 everyone) Each fall monarchs migrate 2,000+ miles from their summer territories to central Mexico! We will use nets to identify and tag monarchs. Hold these creatures in your hand, tag, and release them. Please register in advance.
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 everyone) Each fall monarchs migrate 2,000+ miles from their summer territories to central Mexico! We will use nets to identify and tag monarchs. Hold these creatures in your hand, tag, and release them. Please register in advance.
(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 & teens) Join this free running club in partnership with Lululemon and FEAR MKE. FEAR (Forget Everything And Run) is a Milwaukee run crew dedicated to changing the narrative in the running community by creating a safe space for all runners.
(For everyone) Each fall monarchs migrate 2,000+ miles from their summer territories to central Mexico! We will use nets to identify and tag monarchs. Hold these creatures in your hand, tag, and release them. Please register in advance.
(For everyone) Dragonflies and Damselflies are excellent indicators of environmental health. Join us as we identify species within Urban Ecology Center green spaces. Surveys may be cancelled in inclement weather.
(For adults & teens) Stinging Nettle - both delicious and painful! Its urticating, hollow "hairs" are a great defensive mechanism. We'll explore the fun stories behind the stinging nettle from both a biological and cultural perspective.
(For adults & teens) Nordic Walking is an efficient total body cardiovascular exercise that can be enjoyed by many ages & fitness levels. Class is geared towards beginners and poles will be provided. Register at www.mkerec.org or by phone at 414-475-8811.
(For everyone) Get up and get going on Saturdays! Build strength and flexibility this week. Join us for Jujitsu and kickboxing with Fitpower at Washington Park's Health & Wellness Fitness Series.
(For everyone) Add beauty and ecological value to your yard by incorporating native plants into your landscape! Birds and pollinators rely on native plants for habitat. Experts available to answer questions. Portion of proceeds benefit the UEC.
(For adults & teens) Backyard Naturalist Subscribers are FREE. UWM Professor Emeritus Dr. Bill Keane walks us through time along Riverside Park's 3 Billion Year Walk. Explore sculptures or cairns made from 340 million to 3 billion year old rocks!
(For adults 21+) Beginners to experienced paddlers are invited to join us for a relaxing paddle followed by a cheers to a great experience at Lakefront Brewery! Space limited & pre-registration required.
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 everyone) Dragonflies and Damselflies are excellent indicators of environmental health. Join us as we identify species within Urban Ecology Center green spaces. Surveys may be cancelled in inclement weather.
Our staff is taking two days to refocus and recharge. We take this time so we can provide you with top-notch service and programming. The greenspaces we manage are open for exploration so get outside!
Our staff is taking two days to refocus and recharge. We take this time so we can provide you with top-notch service and programming. The greenspaces we manage are open for exploration so get outside!
(For adults & teens) Nordic Walking is an efficient total body cardiovascular exercise that can be enjoyed by many ages & fitness levels. Class is geared towards beginners and poles will be provided Register at www.mkerec.org or by phone at 414-475-8811.
(For everyone 6+) Rock climbing does your body and your mind good! Get some fresh air as you challenge yourself to climb to new heights on our three story open-air rock wall.
(For families) Join us for an early morning stroll from Washington Park to Amaranth Bakery & Cafe. We'll gather and take in the beauty of the morning and observe nature in our neighborhood before enjoying a baked good at Amaranth Cafe.
(For everyone) Get up and get going on Saturdays! Get ready for a fun, surprise activity this week. What will it be? Come to Washington Park's Health & Wellness Fitness Series and find out!
(For everyone) Visit our Washington Park branch during Doors Open Milwaukee. Get a tour and insights of the exciting things happening at this branch.
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.
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 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) Dragonflies and Damselflies are excellent indicators of environmental health. Join us as we identify species within Urban Ecology Center green spaces. Surveys may be cancelled in inclement weather.
(For adults & teens) Join this free running club in partnership with Lululemon and FEAR MKE. FEAR (Forget Everything And Run) is a Milwaukee run crew dedicated to changing the narrative in the running community by creating a safe space for all runners.
(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 adults & teens) Harry Potter used the Invisibility Cloak to sneak around. Silverfish disguise themselves by scent. Learn how they do this and other stories about a common resident in most of our houses. Maybe invite them to watch with you...
(For children ages 7-12) Kids will have an active day outdoors while out of school with the UEC! Activities include hiking, climbing trees, bird watching, bug catching, and playing in the park with others.
(For adults & teens) Nordic Walking is an efficient total body cardiovascular exercise that can be enjoyed by many ages & fitness levels. Class is geared towards beginners and poles will be provided. Register at www.mkerec.org or by phone at 414-475-8811.
(For adults & teens) Rise & roll! Learn biking skills as we take a slow ride through Three Bridges Park in the Menomonee Valley. Bike and helmet use, along with an oatmeal brunch are included.
(For adults) This event is FREE for Backyard Naturalist Subscribers! Join Tim Vargo, Manager of Research and Community Science, for a walk through Three Bridges Park as we explore the human and natural forces that have shaped the area.
(For everyone) Help keep our parks clean, safe and accessible. Dress for the weather and join other volunteers as we walk through the park picking up trash and noting any maintenance needs.
