Wehr Nature Center

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  • Maple Tapping Workshop for Adults

    Maple Sugaring
    Wehr Nature Center

    Learn how to turn your backyard maple tree into liquid gold from our expert sugar makers. We’ll cover how to identify a suitable tree, the tools and tricks of drilling and tapping, how to safely store and boil down sap, and the process of “finishing off” and storing syrup. You’ll even sample delicious syrup on […]

  • Maple Tapping Workshop for Families

    Maple Sugaring
    Wehr Nature Center

    Nothing beats homemade maple syrup on pancakes! We’ll take you through the process from start to finish at this hands-on workshop. Practice drilling a tree and see how sap is boiled down. You’ll even get to enjoy some sweet treats! For families with children ages 7 and older Fee: $12 per person; $10 for Milwaukee […]

  • New Volunteer Q&A

    Wehr Nature Center

    Open for anyone who wants to learn more about what volunteering at Wehr looks like! Volunteers are utilized in every aspect of the center including our Maple Sugar Days, Native Plant Sale, planting, invasive species removal, office work, nature store, and more! Come to this orientation to learn about the opportunities and how you can […]

  • Maple Tapping Workshop for Adults

    Maple Sugaring
    Wehr Nature Center

    Learn how to turn your backyard maple tree into liquid gold from our expert sugar makers. We’ll cover how to identify a suitable tree, the tools and tricks of drilling and tapping, how to safely store and boil down sap, and the process of “finishing off” and storing syrup. You’ll even sample delicious syrup on […]

  • Maple Tapping Workshop for Families

    Maple Sugaring
    Wehr Nature Center

    Nothing beats homemade maple syrup on pancakes! We’ll take you through the process from start to finish at this hands-on workshop. Practice drilling a tree and see how sap is boiled down. You’ll even get to enjoy some sweet treats! For families with children ages 7 and older Fee: $12 per person; $10 for Milwaukee […]

  • photography session

    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.