Wehr Nature Center

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    Wehr Astronomical Society

    Wehr Astronomical Society
    Wehr Nature Center

    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 […]

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    Wehr Camera Club

    Wehr Camera Club
    Wehr Nature Center

    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.

  • Global Big Day Bird Count

    Wehr Nature Center

    It’s BIG! Over 1.3 million birders in 203 countries = 7725 species last year in the world’s largest bird count and research project. Join naturalists at Wehr or bird anywhere for as short or long as you want and record your sightings in eBird. No fee or registration is required. Accessible options available; contact carol.howard@milwaukeecountywi.gov […]

  • Little Wonders for Threes: Seeds & Sprouts

    Little Wonders
    Wehr Nature Center

    A program for toddlers to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bring your little sprout to this class celebrating seeds and flowers. Tots will hear the Lois Ehlert story, Planting a Rainbow, and make their own magic seed necklace. We will pot a flower to take home, walk to see spring wildflowers, and enjoy a “seedy” […]

  • Little Wonders for Twos: Seeds & Sprouts

    Little Wonders
    Wehr Nature Center

    A program for toddlers to enjoy with their favorite adult. Bring your little sprout to this class celebrating seeds and flowers. Tots will hear the Lois Ehlert story, Planting a Rainbow, and make their own magic seed necklace. We will pot a flower to take home, walk to see spring wildflowers, and enjoy a “seedy” […]

  • Birdathon for Birders with Vision Loss

    Wehr Nature Center

    We are excited to be a host site for the 2026 Blind Birder Birdathon, a global celebration that invites individuals who are blind or have low vision to listen for bird species over a 24-hour period. No experience is necessary. A designated sit-spot will be available, and volunteers will be on hand to lead trail […]