WEHR’s 50 Year legacy
Welcome to Wehr Nature Center, where nature is accessible to all, year-round. Our commitment is to create a welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or background. Explore our accessible park features, including a 1-mile All Abilities loop trail with a hard surface boardwalk, an accessible pier overlooking Mallard Lake, and an observation blind under expansion. Our Visitor Center exhibits and restrooms are universally designed for comfort and convenience.
At Wehr Nature Center, we believe nature is for everyone, and we’re dedicated to making it a reality. Join us and experience the beauty of nature, accessible to all.
Annual events for all ages and abilities
August 2 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Discover the plants behind your favorite beverages at this leisurely, fun, and educational evening at Wehr featuring local coffee, tea, craft beer, and other purveyors. Live music, food trucks, and more!
September 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hop, crawl, fly, or jump your way into the most amazing insect exhibit in southeast Wisconsin!
Wehr Nature Center inspires all generations to explore and value the plants and animals of our natural world through experiential education, accessible trails, native landscapes and natural areas.
Pre-Registration Required on most events – Click for details
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
8:00 am – 10:00 am
10:30 am – 11:30 am
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
9:00 am – 10:00 am
Featured Program
Unplug, slow down, and de-stress from your daily routine. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, a certified forest bathing guide will lead you through a series of sensory-based invitations designed to relax, restore, and deepen your relationship with the natural world.
July – September 2025 Newsletter
Summer is off to a sweltering start at Wehr. The abundant rain and heat have our trails spilling over with green and blooms of all colors, but the frequent storms leave behind fallen trees and eroded trails and streams. Read about how climate change is supersizing these summer storms and heat in our article, Summer on Steroids.
Our long summer evenings are the perfect time to explore nature. Experience Wehr’s nocturnal side at nighttime programs like Moth Night, Fireside Friday, and Bat Night or enjoy an adult beverage while supporting Wehr at Brews and Botany!
One bird’s mess is another bird’s meal! Wehr’s Wild Turkeys will gladly clean up the stray seed thrown to the ground by busy birds at the feeders. It’s quite a sight to find cardinals, doves, and sparrows eating right alongside these giant turkeys.
Exploring the sights and sounds of the critters and creatures at Wehr through a child’s eyes! In celebration of Wehr Nature Center’s 50th anniversary, we interviewed kids on where they think Wehr (and the world) will be in another 50 years.
Our next Meatless Monday Meal is Chana Saag. We love this chickpea and spinach meal.
Saag Chana (Indian Chickpea and Spinach Curry) – Everyday Nourishing Foods
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Are you looking to make some delicious curry with chickpeas? Then make this easy, vegan, gluten-free Chana Saag (Indian-style curried chickpeas and spinach) and enjoy your delicious meal.
Check out our upcoming programs and events.Fireside Friday: Firefly Fun is July 18th. See this link for more information and to register: www.wehrnaturecenter.com/event/fireside-friday-firefly-fun-2/Moth Night for Adults is July 19th. See this link for more information and to register: www.wehrnaturecenter.com/event/moth-night-for-adults-2/For information on Brews and Botany and the Kombucha 101 class by Living Full Kombucha and the Life of a Coffee Plant by East View Coffee Company please check out this link: www.wehrnaturecenter.com/event/brews-and-botany/And to learn more about our Bug Day event, please check this link: www.wehrnaturecenter.com/event/bug-day-2/
Enjoy perks like free parking, discounts on select programs and events and more!
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