The Wehr Astronomical Society (WAS) is a group of amateur astronomers that promote the casual study of astronomy. WAS offers public telescopic viewing in Whitnall Park and all levels of astronomers are welcome at their programs and meetings. Public programs are held 7:00pm-9:00pm on the second Tuesday of February through June; September & November and […]
Wehr's Heritage: 50 Years - Rooted & Growing Wehr Nature Center’s Apple Festival Celebrate fall during this family-friendly event for all ages. This year’s theme is “Wehr’s Heritage: 50 Years - Rooted & Growing” with Wehr history displays and special guest “Johnny Appleseed.” This year, expect to: Meet and have your picture taken with “Johnny […]
Location: Overlook parking lot on the east side of Mallard Lake Look through a telescope and learn about the night sky with experts from the Wehr Astronomical Society. Personal telescopes are welcome but not required. Cloudy skies cancel the event. Free. No registration is required.
Birders of all ages and abilities are welcome at a “Big Sit” bird count hosted by Wisconsin Metro Audubon to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day. Experienced birders will be stationed at Wehr’s wetland pier, so stop by to join us and see our species tally. No fee or registration; a $5 parking fee applies to […]
Wehr Camera Club has been sharing their passion for nature and photography with our Wehr community for 40 years. The group is part of Wisconsin Area Camera Clubs Organization and hosts photography competitions as well as education programs open to the public. Public programs are held the 2nd Saturday, year-round, from 9-11 am.
Enjoy Halloween in nature at Wehr’s Special 36th Edition of Halloween Haunts. Halloween Haunts combines the make-believe, spooky fun of Halloween with the beauty of nighttime nature to create a fun event for the whole family. For three nights each year, Wehr’s woodland is transformed into an Enchanted Forest complete with a cackling witch, a […]
Wisconsin Metro Audubon Society (WMAS) is a chapter of the National Audubon Society that encourages environmental stewardship through education and conservation. WMAS collaborates with Wehr to offer birding opportunities such as the Christmas Bird Count, The Big Sit, and leads the weekly Wehr Birders group. Public programs are held on the third Wednesday, February to […]
Join us for a 60-minute, all-level vinyasa flow class in partnership with The Barefoot Haven in Greendale. Grab some friends and enjoy your morning in a serene nature-based setting. Dress for the weather. Learn more and register at: https://www.thebarefoothaven.com/schedule Fee: $15 per session; $5 parking fee applies to non-Friends of Wehr members