Leopold Discovery Day

If you live in the Madison area, there's a good chance you've heard the name Aldo Leopold at some time or other. But perhaps, like myself, you're still curious about his life and legacy. Or, maybe you haven't heard of him, but the thought of outdoor fun and games mixed with some environmental exploration gets your heart a'pumpin'. Whether you're dying to know more, or languishing under the effects of winter-time cabin fever, Leopold Discovery Day is just the thing for you and your family!

Join us at the Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery for an exciting line-up of hands-on activities, games, and scavenger hunts that highlight some of Aldo's favorite pastimes like tree identification, fishing, and phenology (the study of the effect of seasonal climate on animal and plant life cycles).

Come on out this Saturday and discover Leopold!

Saturday, March 2, 2013
10:00am - 12:00pm
Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery
Participation is FREE!

The Winter Solstice Celebration, coming December 21st

Cultures around the world celebrate the Winter Solstice, one of the longest nights of the year, as a time to reflect on and celebrate the past year while looking with hope to the coming year. In keeping with this tradition, families are invited to enjoy Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s annual Winter Solstice Celebration on Friday, December 21. 

This family friendly celebration features:

• A  naturalist-led twilight journey through ALNC’s wetlands;
• Nature crafts for the kids including a fun and functional pinecone birdfeeder;
• Inspirational Winter Solstice stories from around the globe;
• A festive bonfire and ceremonial burning of the Yule log;
• Wassail made over a fire in the Children's Shack; and
• Hot cocoa, yummy seasonal snacks and more!

Don’t miss this special night of joyful festivities as we look forward towards longer and lighter days.

Location:  Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s Monona Campus, 300 Femrite Drive, Monona

Date/Time:   Friday, December 21, 2012         6:30-8 pm

Fee:  ALNC members: $6/person or $20/family     Non-members: $7/person or $25/family

Information/Register: www.naturenet.com/alnc or (608) 216-9374

Winter Solstice Celebration

Throughout history, cultures around the globe have celebrated the Winter Solstice, the longest night of the year, as a time to reflect on the past year and look with hope to the coming year.  Join us to rejoice in a celebration of that tradition at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s annual Winter Solstice Celebration on Friday, December 16! Click here to see photos from last year's event!

Bring your whole family to enjoy:

• A  naturalist-led twilight hike on ALNC’s trails;
• Nature crafts for the kids including a fun and functional pinecone birdfeeder;
• Inspirational Winter Solstice stories from around the globe;
• A festive bonfire and ceremonial burning of the Yule log;
• Wassail made over a fire in the Children's Shack; and
• Hot cocoa, yummy seasonal snacks and more!

Don’t miss this special night of joyful festivities as we look forward towards longer and lighter days.

Location:  Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s Monona Campus, 300 Femrite Drive, Monona

Date/Time:   Friday, December 16, 2011         6:30-8 pm

Fee:  ALNC members: $6/person or $20/family     Non-members: $7/person or $25/family

Information/Register: www.naturenet.com/alnc or 608-216-9371

Price: ALNC members: $6/person or $20/family; Non-members: $7/person or $25/family.