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Programs at
Havenwoods
Havenwoods offers a variety of programs and
resources for:
Schools and
Educators
Families
Youth
Organizations and Day Care Centers
Adults
Environmental
Education Groups
School Field Trips
We offer seasonal field trips for children in
grades K-6. For details visit our listing in the
Teacher's Guide to State Parks and Forests or see the
School Field Trip brochure.
Registration is done on a first-come first-serve
basis.
For more information, call Sue at (414) 527-0232
or email
her at Havenwoods.
Fees: Minimum fee of $30 for groups of 15
children or less. Groups of more than 15 children
pay $2 per child.
Fee waivers are available if cost would be
prohibitive.
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Educator Workshops
We offer noncredit workshops to help teachers and
youth leaders increase their knowledge and skills in
environmental education.
For more information, call Judy at (414) 527-0232
or email
her at Havenwoods.
Fees vary.
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Resources for Educators
We have a number
of backpacks, trunks, teaching materials, and curriculum
that educators can borrow from our resource library.
See
Resources for Educators for more information.
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Buds 'n Sprouts:
Gardening with Kids
Handbook
Together with Milwaukee County University of
Wisconsin-Extension, we have published a handbook
that contains information on gardening
with kids and 45 garden-based lesson plans. Thanks
to grants from the Wisconsin Garden Club Federation,
the Ellamae Siebert Foundation, and the Wisconsin
Environmental Education Board, the entire
handbook is published on CD along with many UWEX
gardening publications. See the
order form
brochure for more information or call (414) 527-0232
or contact Judy.
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Summer Field Trips
We offer summer field trips for children ages 3 - 12. For details
visit our listing in the
Teacher's Guide to State Parks and Forests or see the
Summer Field Trip brochure.
Registration is done on a first-come first-serve
basis.
For more information, call Sue at (414) 527-0232
or email
her at Havenwoods.
Fees: Minimum fee of $30 for groups of 15
children or less. Groups of more than 15 children
pay $2 per child.
Fee waivers are available if cost would be
prohibitive.
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Buds 'n Sprouts Garden Program
Youth groups,
summer school classes, and day care centers are invited to participate in gardening activities
such as planting, tending, and harvesting their own
gardens. They collect bugs, watch worms, and
figure out how animals relate to their vegetables. Through
games, crafts, journals, stories, and snacks, they become immersed in the garden.
The garden program at
Havenwoods is supported by University of
Wisconsin-Extension's Urban Horticulture
program, the Wisconsin Garden Club Federation,
the Milwaukee District Garden Clubs and
individual gifts.
Groups must
register for the whole summer (8 - 9 weeks) of
gardening activities. Each week the same
kids participate in a 2-hour program.
The maximum group
size is 30 children. There is no fee to attend.
For more information, call Sue at (414) 527-0232 or
email her
at Havenwoods.
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Brownies explore with a naturalist.
After School Naturally
Your youth organization can
join a naturalist for an after-school nature program.
Scout programs are designed to help meet badge
requirements. Programs may include
hikes, activities, and projects. See the
After School Naturally brochure for more
information.
Fees: Minimum fee of $30 for groups of 15
children or less. Groups of more than 15 children
pay $2 per child.
Fee waivers are available if cost would be
prohibitive.
For more information, call Sue at (414) 527-0232
or email
her at Havenwoods.
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Festivals
Join us for three festivals
each year.
Earth Day
NatureFest is always the fourth Saturday in
April from 10 am to 2 pm. Celebrate Earth Day by
planting a tree, making crafts from recyclables,
taking a hike, and discovering how you can take care
of our home.
Earth Day
NatureFest
April 24, 2010
10 am - 2 pm
Fall NatureFest
is always the second
Saturday in October. In 2010, you can learn new
skills, go on scavenger hunts, and enjoy spending
time outdoors with your family and friends.
Explore the
Outdoors NatureFest
October 9, 2010
10 am - 2 pm
Winter NatureFest
is always the third Saturday in February from 10 am to
4 pm. Join us for hikes, programs, crafts, live
animals, and activities!
Mammals - Surviving
the Big Chill
February 20, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
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1 Wild Saturday
Mornings
On the third Saturday of each month, you and your
family or youth group can drop in between 9 am and
noon to play games, create crafts, and discover cool
stuff about nature!
Each Saturday features a different theme. See the
current calendar or newsletter (sidebar on the
right top of this
page) for this month's theme.
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Discovery Saturdays
On the second Saturday of each month, you and
your family or youth group can drop in the building
anytime between 9:00 am and noon to try out a simple
outdoor nature activity.
Each Saturday features a different theme. See the
current calendar or newsletter (sidebar on the
right top of this
page) for this month's theme.
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Family Nature Hikes
On the first Saturday of each
month, join a naturalist for a seasonal hike.
Each Saturday features a different theme. See the
current calendar or newsletter (sidebar on the
right top of this
page) for this month's theme.
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Preschool Storytimes
Join a naturalist every other Tuesday for stories,
activities, and crafts. These programs are for
preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their parents,
grandparents, or other adult. They are not for day
care centers or organizations.
See the current
calendar or newsletter for this month's dates and
topics.
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Junior Ranger Programs
During summer vacation, kids (ages 6 - 8)
can attend programs every other Tuesday. The kids listen to a story,
take a discovery hike, and make a project. These
programs are held concurrently with preschool
storytimes.
See the current
calendar or newsletter for dates and topics.
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Books in Your
Backyard
Come to
Havenwoods to read a good book in our comfy bean bag
chairs. Then borrow a bag filled with activities and
exploring tools. We have tried to make it easy for
you to go exploring with your kids. Topics change
every month or two.
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Adult Opportunities
Adults and older
teens are welcome to attend a variety
of workshops, hikes, and nature craft programs.
See the current
calendar or newsletter for dates and events.
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Bird Walks
Every Wednesday,
8:00 am - 9:30 am, you are invited to join Gordon to
walk the fields, woods, and wetlands looking for
birds. No experience is necessary. Please ask at the
front desk if you need to borrow a pair of
binoculars.
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the state forest and its visitors. If you have
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