Showing posts with label activities. Show all posts
Showing posts with label activities. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Maple Syrup Fest


The end of winter brings the opportunity to practice the art of maple syrup brewing yet again. And who of us who has read Laura Ingalls Wilder can resist the urge to get out there and tap those trees?

Not I! No, certainly not I!


The  Maple Syrup Fest is the perfect opportunity to learn about the art and science of maple tree tapping by Native Americans, pioneers, and modern-day syrup and sugar producers. But learning about maple syrup is just the beginning! The fun doesn't end until you've tapped and tasted real maple tree sap; tested your "nature smarts" with maple syrup trivia; built your knowledge of trees with the "Build-A-Tree" game; toured the rustic Children's Shack; participated in cooking demos with early pioneer settlers; and enjoyed a good, old-fashioned ice-cream sundae topped with pure maple syrup!


Indulge in the delectable festivities at Aldo Leopold Nature Center as we partake of one of nature's sweetest and purest gifts! 

Sunday, March 24, 2013
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Aldo Leopold Nature Center (Monona Campus)
Members: $7/person and $25/family; Non-members: $8/person and $29/family 
*Preregistration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome!

Registration Form





Tuesday, February 26, 2013

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!