Waukesha County Environmental Education Guide: January - April 2021

Environmental Education

ACTIVITY GUIDE JANUARY 2021 - APRIL 2021

Youth • Family •Adult •Scout •Volunteers • 4-H

While Waukesha County’s award-winning park system has always been a highlight of our community, today our outdoor spaces are more important than ever. From skiing to swimming, biking to hiking, we offer year-round outdoor activities that can help you get you through this unprecedented time. We are also taking COVID-19 precautions in all of our facilities, with special considerations for all of our programs.

Please read this guide to learn about all of the activities and spaces available for you to safely explore this winter and spring.

Our programs can help us: •

Create opportunities for everyone to explore the outstanding natural resources in the Waukesha County Park System

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Protect the county’s lakes and streams by informing citizens on how property management decisions impact water quality

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Better understand how our actions impact the environment and how we can work collaboratively to conserve our unique natural resources through a variety of science-based programs

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Increase the quality of material recycled from households and businesses to reduce our environmental impact

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Protect the quantity and quality of groundwater resources in the county by promoting water conservation and groundwater infiltration

Discover your parks! Discover adventure!

Enjoy all of our great natural resources in Waukesha County.

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Paul Farrow, Waukesha County Executive

Table of Contents COVID-19 Information ....................... page 4 At A Glance ....................................... pages 6-7 Special Events................................... pages 8-9 Conservation in the Parks .................. pages 16-17 Scheduled Programs Retzer Nature Center .................... pages 18-20 Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium ..... pages 21-23 Reservable Programs ........................ pages 24-25 Scout Programs ................................ pages 28-31 All programs are held at Retzer Nature Center unless otherwise noted and are subject to change without notice.

Staff may photograph programs, events, and classes for promotional material such as, but not limited to, brochures, advertisement of events, website, etc.

Retzer Nature Center S14 W28167 Madison Street, Waukesha, WI 53188 262-970-6680

www.waukeshacountyparks.com Now offering virtual programs for your convenience!

We know every situation is different and not everyone will be able to return to in-person programs and activities. We plan to continue providing educational programs and experiences that help connect all of us with our environment.

Find our reservable programs on pages 24-25 look for this symbol!

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COVID-19 Information Waukesha County continues to provide vital services while constantly monitoring the spread of COVID-19 in our community.

We know that our parks, trails, and programs provide opportunities for physical activity, stress relief, and learning that is critical to the health and wellness of our community during the pandemic.

The health and safety of our guests and staff remain our top priorities. We have procedures and policies in place and we are committed to providing a safe environment. We are also prepared to adjust programming as needed to keep us all as safe as possible.

Updated COVID-19 information in Waukesha County: WWW.WAUKESHACOUNTY.GOV/COVID19

Updated Park System COVID-19 Operations & Response: WWW.WAUKESHACOUNTY.GOV/PARKALERTS

Please help us stay safe with respectful and responsible visits: 6 Ft.

Practice Social Distancing: Maintain at least 6-feet from other guests not in your same living unit. This includes in the building, on the trails, and in the parking lot.

Utilize Face Coverings: Guests, ages 5 and older, should use a clean, well-fitted face covering while indoors, within an enclosed area, or when social distancing is not possible.

Practice Good Hygiene: Follow CDC Best Practices for safety and hygiene, including hand washing recommendations and sanitization guidelines.

Stay Home If You Are Sick: Leaving home increases the risk of exposing others to illness. Help protect others and stay home.

Follow All Rules: Please pay attention to the posted rules and be courteous to staff. To maintain safety, staff reserves the right to temporarily restrict access to areas or ask visitors to come back another time.

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NATURE IS OPEN Enjoy the Benefits of Parks & Trails • • • •

Keep a safe distance Practice good hygiene Clean up after yourself Stay home if you are ill

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JANUARY OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Visit www.waukeshacountyparks.com for more information or to register.

Waukesha JanBoree: Once Upon A Time

Friday, January 15 - Sunday, January 24 Various locations throughout Waukesha www.janboree.org Waukesha JanBoree is a city / county-wide event held in partnership with the City of Waukesha Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department and various community partners.

Free and low-cost events are hosted at various Waukesha County Park System facilities.

For a full schedule of activities visit www.janboree.org. See Waukesha County Parks event details on pgs. 10-11.

Wild Winter Nights – Candlelight Hikes in the Parks

Recommended for all ages $5 per hiker (Free for ages 5 & under) Make the most of winter in the parks! Come explore the winding trails and quiet woods by candlelight on a self-guided hike (approx. 1 mile). Warm up by the fire and enjoy the scenery. Registration required. See pg. 12 for more details.

Friday, February 12 Muskego Park, Picnic Area #4 Register for your start time: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 pm. or 7 p.m.

Friday, February 19 Menomonee Park, Beach House Register for your start time: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Recreational Tree Climbing

Sunday, April 18 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Retzer Nature Center $37 per person For ages 7+ Register by Monday, April 12 (Capacity is 8 people per program) Gain a new appreciation for trees, nature, and the Earth! Recreational tree climbing is a unique activity that can be enjoyed by an individual, in small groups, and is especially rewarding for families. All gear and instruction is provided. Participants should wear long pants, sturdy shoes, and bring a sense of adventure as we explore the trees!

Mission: Possible - Volunteer Workday for the Earth

Saturday, April 24 9 a.m. - Noon Fox Brook Park, Fox River Park, Menomonee Park, Minooka Park, Mukwonago Park, Muskego Park, Naga-Waukee Park, Nashotah Park, and Retzer Nature Center Recommended for ages 13+ Register by April 23 We need you for a top secret mission! Help restore our Earth. We can take care of the planet and our County but we need YOUR help! See page 14 for more details.

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Stay tuned for new activity guides coming in May 2021!

Live Well Waukesha County Sunset/Candlelight Hike Series

Recommended for all ages Join us for free Sunset/Candlelight Hikes offered in cooperation with the Live Well Waukesha County (LWWC) health initiative. Pre-registration is required via the link provided under each date below. Candles will light your way through the self-guided trail route (approximately one mile in length), or sign up for an earlier time slot to enjoy the sunset as you hike. Events will be held rain or shine, so dress for weather conditions. If severe weather is forecasted (thunder/lighting), registered participants will be notified by email if cancelled. For more information on additional LWWC programs and events, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/LiveWell Thursday, April 22 (Earth Day) 7 - 9 p.m.

Retzer Nature Center, Waukesha Registration: https://waukeshaprf.maxgalaxy.net/Home.aspx *Note: Sorry, No Dogs allowed on Nature Center grounds.

Thursday, April 29 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Mukwonago Park, Mukwonago Registration: http://townofmukwonago.us/ departments/parks-recreation/register-online *Note: Dogs are welcome as long as controlled on a 6’ leash.

Friday, April 30 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Badertscher Nature Preserve, Muskego Registration: www.cityofmuskego.activityreg.com *Note: Sorry, no dogs allowed on Nature Preserve grounds.

Friday, April 30 Glow Walk 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Fowler Lake 2-Mile Loop, Oconomowoc Registration: https://oconomowoc.recdesk.com/ Community/Program/Detail?programId=2705 *Note: Dogs are welcome as long as controlled on a 6’ leash and stay on paved pathway.

Friday, May 7 7 - 9 p.m.

Menomonee Park, Lannon Registration: https://apm.activecommunities.com/ fallsrec/Activity_Search?txtActivitySearch=sunset&applyF iltersDefaultValue=true&cat=Activities *Note: Dogs are welcome as long as controlled on a 6’ leash.

Arbor Day Tree Planting

Friday, April 30 9 a.m. - Noon (Choose your 1 hour shift) Menomonee Park Register by Wednesday, April 28 Plant trees with Waukesha County Parks by joining this annual volunteer tradition!

Celebrate Arbor Day and make a difference in your community by planting native trees to enhance and preserve our natural areas. Together our actions go further. See pg. 15 for details.

2021 ANNUAL STICKERS AVAILABLE ONLINE NOW!

PARK ENTRY: Fox Brook Minooka* Naga-Waukee Fox River Mukwonago* Nashotah* Menomonee Muskego Ryan *Dog Exercise Areas Included

LAKE ACCESS: Nagawicka Pewaukee

Nemahbin School Section

ORDER ONLINE:

www.WaukeshaCounty.gov/AnnualStickers

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Major Partner:

Register Now: www.janboree.org Frozen FootGolf (Moor Downs Golf Course)

Saturday, January 16 - Sunday, January 24, 2021 Daily 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Free admission, Registration required Try Winter FootGolf! A combination of golf and soccer. Kick a soccer ball into an oversized hole - in the fewest amount of kicks. Bring your own soccer ball, a limited supply of balls will be available for use. FootGolf can be played with or without snow.

Free Indoor Ice Skating (Eble Ice Arena)

Saturday, January 16, 2021 2 - 4 p.m.

Free admission, Skate Rental $3.00, Registration required Join us for indoor ice skating when registered. Skate rental is extra ($3/pair) and quantities are limited, so bring your own if you can.

Winter Wildlife Exploration (Retzer Nature Center)

Saturday, January 16, 2021 Choose your time slot: 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m. or 2 p.m.

Free admission, Registration required Set out on the trails at Retzer Nature Center in search of the wildlife of winter. This self-guided hike will include a map and talking points highlighting key features on the trail, with a scavenger hunt included too! Also explore the nature trails on your own by hiking on foot or reserve Retzer snowshoes for free if snow cover is adequate.

“Big Astronomy–People, Places, and Discoveries!” (Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium)

Saturday, January 16, 2021 Choose your time slot: 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. (each show is 30 minutes in length) Free admission, Registration required This show will take audiences to cutting-edge telescopes in the remote mountains of Chile and introduce the people who make sure these instruments operate day and night, unlocking the secrets of the universe. Explore ALMA, VLT, and the new Vera Rubin Observatory (formerly LSST) and how these incredible facilities are changing our view of the cosmos. Recommended for ages 8+.

“Sunset Meditation” (Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium)

Monday, January 18, 2021 6:30 - 7 p.m. or 7:30 - 8 p.m.

Free admission, Registration required How do STEM workers, including NASA professionals, cope with stress? Meditation is a powerful tool maintaining psychological health and resilience. Our planetarium offers the perfect dark and quiet space for relaxation and meditation. In an effort to improve mental health and resilience to our community members, join us in viewing an amazing sunset as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole, ending under a night sky filled with stars with glimpses of the Northern Lights. Recommended for ages 10+.

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Register Now: www.janboree.org Winter Tyke Hike (Retzer Nature Center)

Tuesday, January 19, 2021 9 - 10 a.m.

Free admission, Registration is required by Monday, January 18 (limited to first 25 children) In the winter months, nature records fascinating activities of animals. We can tell a lot about animals by the signs they leave behind. Children ages 2-5 are invited to join us as we search for signs of animal activity and footprints. Reserve Retzer’s snowshoes or bring your own (snowshoe quantities may be limited). A trail hike will replace snowshoeing if snow cover is not adequate.

Participants must be accompanied by an adult.

Free Indoor Ice Skating (Naga-Waukee Ice Arena)

Saturday, January 23, 2021 3 - 4:30 p.m.

Free admission, Skate Rental $3.00, Registration required Join us for indoor ice skating when registered. Skate rental is extra ($3/pair) and quantities are limited, so bring your own if you can.

Alaskan Malamute Weight Pull Event (Minooka Park)

Saturday, January 23, 2021 11 a.m. - Approx. 3:30 p.m.

Free park entrance for the day!

Check out an official Alaskan Malamute Club of Wisconsin Dog Pull in Waukesha County’s Minooka Park-Picnic Area 3. Watch an open competition of dogs pulling up to 3,000 pounds on a wheeled cart! Snow is not needed for this event. Spectator attendance is limited.

Visit www.amcw.org for more information.

Frosty Pups with HAWS & Photo Contest (Minooka Park Dog Exercise Area)

Saturday, January 23, 2021 Vendors present Noon - 3 p.m., Area Open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Free park entrance for the day! Registration not required Join in on the fun by bringing your pup for a frosty frolic in our off-leash Dog Exercise Area!

Separate areas for designated for both small and large breed dogs. Vendors present from 12-3 p.m., including HAWS Mobile Adoption Unit and Behavioral Specialist and Bentley’s Pet Stuff.

Take a pic of your pup at our Selfie Station and submit a photo on Waukesha County Parks Facebook between January 23 & 24 for a chance to win a special pet prize basket!

Ice Fishing Clinic (Minooka Park)

Saturday, January 23, 2021 Choose your time slot: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m. or 2 p.m.

Free park entrance for the day!

Registration required Join the Muskellunge Club of Wisconsin for this hands-on ice fishing clinic!

Equipment and bait will be provided.

Delafield Brewhaus Beer Garden (Minooka Park)

Saturday, January 23, 2021 4 - 8 p.m.

Free park entrance for the day!

Registration not required Join Delafield Brewhaus at Picnic Area 3, while taking in Minooka Park’s winter beauty.

Food will be available for purchase. Attendance is limited, outdoor seating only.

Sunset Candlelight Hike (Minooka Park)

Saturday, January 23, 2021 Choose your time slot: 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Free park entrance for the day!

Registration required Enjoy a self-guided candlelit hike while taking in Minooka Park’s natural beauty.

Dogs are welcome as long as on a 6’ leash.

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Candlelight Hikes in the Parks Make the most of winter in the parks!

Come explore the winding trails and quiet woods by candlelight on a self-guided hike.

Warm-up with beverages and snacks from Mama D’s Coffee by the fire and enjoy the scenery.

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per hiker Free for Ages 5 & Under

Pre-registration is required.

Held with or without snow, dress for the weather.

Leashed dogs are welcome.

Muskego Park Friday

Feb. 12

S83 W20370 Janesville Rd., Muskego Picnic Area #4 Hike arrival times: 5:30 p.m. • 6 p.m. • 6:30 p.m. • 7 p.m.

Time slots are for one hour, but if it takes a little longer, that’s fine!

Menomonee Park Friday

Feb. 19

W220 N7884 Town Line Rd., Menomonee Falls Beach House Hike arrival times: 5:30 p.m. • 6 p.m. • 6:30 p.m. • 7 p.m.

Time slots are for one hour, but if it takes a little longer, that’s fine!

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waukeshacounty.gov/wildwinternight

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MISSION: POSSIBLE VOLUNTEER WORKDAY

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SATURDAY, APRIL 24, 2021 9 A.M. - NOON

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YOU HAVE BEEN CHOSEN TO BE PART OF AN ELITE EARTH DAY MISSION SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT

ASSIGNMENT

Help restore our Earth!

We can take care of the planet and our County but we need YOUR help!

SPECIAL AGENTS

Open to volunteers of various ages, skills and abili�es.

Recommended age 13+. (Adult supervision is REQUIRED for

the dura�on of the project if a volunteer is under the age of 18.)

THE TARGET

The County Parks will have a special mission for you to complete in three hours or less. Missions will vary from garlic mustard pulling, to trail chipping, to cleaning up li�er and waterways... and more!

HEADQUARTERS

Register online for your preferred Waukesha County Park loca�on:

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Fox Brook • Fox River • Menomonee Minooka • Mukwonago • Muskego • Naga-Waukee Nashotah • Retzer Nature Center (Choose only one loca�on per registrant)

CONFIRM ACCEPTANCE OF MISSION AT: WWW.WAUKESHACOUNTY.GOV/MISSIONPOSSIBLE

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Arbor D Day VOLUNTEER TREE PLANTING Sponsored by

FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 2021 9 a.m. - Noon Menomonee Park

Registration required - choose a time slot.

Celebrate Arbor Day and make a difference in your community by plan�ng na�ve trees to enhance and preserve our natural areas.

Together our ac�ons go further.

Learn More & Register: www.waukeshacounty.gov/arborday waukeshacountyparks.com

CONSERVATION IN THE PARKS W INNE R

B E CO M E A VO L U N T E E R!

Wisconsin DN R 2020 Citizen-based Monitoring Program of the Year

Help create healthier natural areas throughout Waukesha County!

Take part in stewardship projects or help collect data within your community to assist with local conservation efforts.

• No prior experience is necessary.

• Attendance at a training program is required and equipment will be provided.

• Depending on the project, volunteers may work independently or with trained personnel.

TA P/C L I C K B E L O W T O R E G I S T E R F O R A N U P CO M I N G P R O G R A M !

Register at least one weekday prior to program at

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waukeshacounty.gov/conservationintheparks

Citizen Science Programs Wetland Monitoring Strap on some boots and survey for sensitive species that inhabit local wetlands.

Reptile Conservation Collect data on turtles, snakes, and lizards that live in the park system‘s natural areas.

Bird Conservation Waukesha County boasts 72 eBird hotspots! Grab some binoculars and help document breeding and migratory birds using the park system‘s vital natural areas during spring, summer, and fall.

Wildlife Nest Box Monitoring Monitor or build nest boxes for raptors, mammals, ducks, and songbirds. Build and install new nest boxes, providing crucial habitat for wildlife.

Mammal Monitoring From otters to meadow voles, document what mammal species live in our parks and greenways.

Invertebrate Monitoring Join staff and experienced invertebrate enthusiasts to learn about essential pollinators and flying insects.

M a ki n g s u re t h at co m m o n s p e c i e s re m a i n co m m o n , a n d t h at ra re, t h reate n e d , a n d e n d a n g e re d s p e c i e s a re p rote c te d .

Stewardship Projects Habitat Restoration Workdays Work with staff and volunteer Site Stewards to remove invasive species from our natural areas.

Our workdays focus on the globally-imperiled oak ecosystems within Waukesha County.

Rare Plant Conservation Help staff look for and monitor populations of rare, threatened, or endangered plant species.

Actively collect and propogate native plant seeds and report new invasive species.

Photo Point Monitoring Track the progress of restoration projects by capturing photographs at designated photo points throughout the park system.

#Wi l dIn Wa u ke sh a #Di sc ov e rYou r Pa rks

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Retzer Nature Center

THE OUTDOOR CLASSROOM Unless otherwise noted, these programs are held at Retzer Nature Center.

For more information or to register visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/envedu.

Environmental Education Programs: Weekday Offerings Scheduled Weekdays in January, February, March and April Options available at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. $4 per student (free for adults and young siblings under age 3) 20 children maximum Ages: Elementary students Register at least 24 hours prior to program (no walk-ins) Families, caregivers, home school groups, scout troops, 4-H and more… supplement your elementary learner’s virtual education experience with an environmental education program at Retzer Nature Center. Each program is 60 minutes in duration. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Programs will be conducted largely outdoors, so dress for the weather. In case of inclement weather, program will be moved to an openly ventilated location. Face masks will be required indoors and when social distancing cannot be properly maintained outdoors.

Check out these programs and more in January, February, March and April!

Nature Exploration Snowshoeing Turkey Time Colors in Nature

Understanding the Glacial Landscape

Web of Life

Crystal’s Clean Water Adventure

Track that Scat!

Outstanding Owls

Spring has Sprung

Recycle Raccoon’s Adventure View Details and Book Now: www.waukeshacounty.gov/enveduhub Pair your outdoor program with a planetarium show! See next page.

View our

School Guide

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for even more options or private bookings!

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

WEEKDAY PROGRAMS

All shows are held at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium located inside Retzer Nature Center.

Private show reservations are available for community groups, private parties, corporate events, or scout groups.

Registration required with max seating for 22 people at the time of publication.

Register at least 24 hours prior to program (no walk-ins).

Tickets for the shows on this page are available at:

https://waukeshacounty.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx.

For more information or to register a group, call 262-970-4139.

Show trailers are available at http://sdwone.us/planetarium.

Planetarium Public Shows: Weekday Offerings Scheduled Weekdays in January, February, March and April Options available at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. $3.50 per person 22 seats maximum Register at least 24 hours prior to program (no walk-ins) Families, caregivers, home school groups, scout troops, 4-H and more…supplement your learner’s virtual education experience with a planetarium show at Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium. Each program is 45-60 minutes in duration. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Face masks will be required indoors.

Check out these programs and more in January, February, March and April!

Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs?

Little Draggy Adventure Max Goes to the Moon A Teenager’s Guide to the Galaxy

The Little Star That Could Nine Planets and Counting Our Place in Space Rusky Rocket’s Last Blast Star Signs

View Details and Book Now: www.waukeshacounty.gov/enveduhub Pair your planetarium show with an outdoor program! See previous page.

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Retzer Nature Center

SCHEDULED PROGRAMS Unless otherwise noted, these programs are held at Retzer Nature Center.

For more information or to register visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/envedu.

Wee Wonders Scheduled Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. $4 per child per class Ages 2-4 Register at least 24 hours prior to the program.

This monthly program is an opportunity for nature exploration and discovery for children.

Wee Wonders offers hands-on experiences about a variety of nature topics. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Each program includes an outdoor experience; please dress for the weather. Please register at least 24 hours prior to the program. The January Planetarium show requires pre-registration due to limited seating. Walk-ins are welcome for the February – April programs, space permitting.

Planetarium Show: Khrumka’s Adventures in the Winter Forest Tuesday, January 12 or Wednesday, January 13 Pre-registration for this program is required, 22 maximum seats. Due to limited seating, walk-ins will not be considered. All seats will be assessed the registration fee.

On their way through the fairy tale winter forest, little Khrumka and his friends water the Northern Lights, witness the flight of an asteroid, and admire the constellations of the winter sky. Thrilling rides, magic and surprises await them on their fantastic journey.

After the show, we’ll head out on a short hike to explore the Retzer winter forest.

Let the Wind Blow Tuesday, February 9 or Wednesday, February 10

Get outdoors and enjoy winter as we brave the blustery north winds. This is a good time to try a pair of snowshoes on this snowy walk. A hike will replace snowshoeing if snow cover is not adequate.

Birdie Buffet Tuesday, March 9 or Wednesday, March 10

Recipes even the fussiest bird would love to enjoy.

Mix, blend and decorate treats for the wild birds waiting for a late winter feast. Parents are encouraged to create a few birdie recipes with their child to take home. Wrap up this program by helping to set out our outdoor buffet.

The Scents of Spring Tuesday, April 13 or Wednesday, April 14

Our noses will take us on an adventure along the trails as we sniff our way through as many smells as we can find. How many do you think we will come upon?

Retzer Camera Club

Wednesdays: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7 7 p.m.

Recommended for ages 16+ The Camera Club meets monthly with instructional programs, sharing/critiquing of members’ photographs, discussing equipment and technique, and providing opportunities for taking photographs at Retzer Nature Center and other nature areas. Open to the public!

To learn more, visit www.retzercameraclub.blogspot.com or find them on Facebook!

Benjamin Goss Bird Club

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Benjamin Goss Bird Club provides an opportunity for those interested in an active study of birds and their habitats. While the club will not be holding traditional in-person meetings, they hope to stay connected through virtual learning sessions and on their Facebook Discussion Group. For more information, visit www.gossbirdclub.org.

Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium

SCHEDULED PROGRAMS All shows are held at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium located inside the Retzer Nature Center. Private show reservations are available for community groups, private parties, corporate events, or scout groups.

Registration required with max seating for 22 people at the time of publication.

No walk-ins allowed. If seats are available you can purchase them up to 9 a.m. the day of the show.

For more information or to register a group, call 262-970-4139.

Show trailers are available at http://sdwone.us/planetarium.

Tickets are available at https://hdplanetarium.ticketleap.com.

Children’s Planetarium Shows NEW

Constellations! Adventures Connecting Earth & Sky

Saturdays: January 2, 9, 23, 30 11 a.m.

Recommended for ages 5+ $5 per person This program will circle the globe and bring these rich and engaging sky legends to life.

It will explore how constellations helped organize the sky and tell time. Audiences will depart the Earth—witnessing how constellations change when traveling through the galaxy. Visitors will also marvel at how we also create wild pictures from the Moon and distant nebulae. Discover all the inspiring imaginations in the constellations!

One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure

Saturdays: February 6, 13, 20, 27 11 a.m.

Recommended for ages 3+ $5 per person Explore the night sky with our friends from Sesame Street™. Join Big Bird, Elmo, and Hu Hu Zhu as they take a trip to the Moon.

See how the Moon is different from the Earth and learn how to find the Big Dipper and North Star from your backyard.

Little Draggy Adventure

Saturdays: March 6, 13, 20, 27 11 a.m.

Recommended for ages 3+ $5 per person Do you know where the earth lives? What surrounds it? How far is it from the Earth to the Sun, and what makes our planet different from the others? Take a wonderful journey with a cheerful dragon Woody, who travels around the Universe in search of fantastic adventures. This time the dragon arrives on Earth where he meets a smart girl named Lena. Together Woody and Lena will introduce the children to the most interesting things about our planet and tell them about the wonders of the Solar System like bright nebulaes, galaxies, stars clusters, and wonderful comets.

Wilbear’s Adventure

Saturdays: April 3, 10, 17 11 a.m.

Recommended for ages 3+ $5 per person Follow Wilbear, the Teddy Bear, as he wants to fly and discover flight. His grandpa uses demonstrations about the nature of flight to build up to the story of the Wright Brothers’ historic first airplane experience. Grandpa Bear captivates audiences with tales of inventions over time, from kites and gliders to today’s jet planes. The program also includes some mythology and a few winged constellations. Wilbear’s Adventure was written to coincide with the Wright Brothers and the 100th anniversary of flight.

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General Public Planetarium Shows Cosmic Recipe: Setting the Periodic Table

Saturdays: January 2, 9, 23, 30 1 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8+ $5 per person The famous astronomer Carl Sagan once said: “If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe.” See how tiny atoms relate to the mammoth stars.

Connect the worlds of the small and large in this engaging and beautiful show. Bring the whole family!

CapCom Go! The Apollo Story

Saturdays: February 6, 13, 20, 27 1 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8+ $5 per person On July 20th, 1969, 600 million people around the world gathered to witness a historic moment of human achievement broadcast live from the Moon. “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind” Neil Armstrong. The world celebrated as the astronauts took their first steps on the Moon.

But few people were aware of just how huge an effort it had taken to get them there. These Apollo 11 astronauts were just two of nearly 400,000 people who had worked over ten years towards this goal. But how did they do it? What did it take to put humans on the Moon?

Zodiac: The Stars, The Moon, and The Path of the Sun

Saturdays: March 6, 13, 20, 27 1 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8+ $5 per person This show teaches the basics of celestial movements using the planetarium as a giant teaching tool. It compares the movements of each celestial body explaining how you will find those objects in the sky throughout the different seasons, different times of the month and even that specific night.

The Sun, Our Living Star

Saturdays: April 3, 10, 17 1 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8+ $5 per person The Sun has shone on our world for 4.5 billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life. Discover the secrets of our star in this planetarium show and experience never-before-seen images of the Sun’s violent surface.

Cub and Girl Scout Programs Pre-scheduled scout programs have been temporarily suspended in order to provide safe and healthy programs to smaller groups. To request a program for your troop/den, please visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/EnvironmentalEd.

Tiger: Sky is the Limit

Daisy: Space Science Explorer

Wolf/Bear: Space Exploration

Brownie: Space Science Adventurer

Webelo: Adventures in Science

Junior: Space Science Investigator

Enjoy a star talk, the Star Signs planetarium show and exploring jobs in astronomy.

Examine space exploration through the CapCom Go! The Apollo Story show.

Study the night sky then build a rocket.

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Listen to a star talk, explore space science, and learn how to make and use a sundial.

Watch The Little Star That Could planetarium show and listen to a local star talk.

Listen to a star talk, become a space science investigator, and do a night sky scavenger hunt.

Planetarium Special Events Big Astronomy: People, Places, and Discoveries! (Part of Waukesha JanBoree)

Saturday, January 16 Pre-registration required by Wednesday, January 13 at https://waukeshacounty.maxgalaxy.net/ 11 a.m., Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. or 3 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8+ Cost: FREE – Bonus Feature included in both the 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. shows This planetarium show will take audiences to cutting-edge telescopes in the remote mountains of Chile and introduce the people who make sure these instruments operate day and night, unlocking the secrets of the universe. Explore ALMA, VLT, and the new Vera Rubin Observatory (formerly LSST) and how these incredible facilities are changing our view of the cosmos.

Sunset Meditation (Part of Waukesha JanBoree)

Monday, January 18 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Recommended for ages 10+ Free admission How do STEM workers, including NASA professionals, cope with stress? Meditation is a powerful tool maintaining psychological health and resilience. Our planetarium offers the perfect dark and quiet space for relaxation and meditation. In an effort to improve mental health and resilience to our community members, join us in viewing an amazing sunset as you travel from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole, ending under a night sky filled with stars with glimpses of the Northern Lights. Recommended for ages 10+. For more information, call (262) 970-4139. Pre-registration is required by January 15 limited to 22 people per show.

Fundraiser: Romance Under The Stars

Sunday, February 14 1 p.m., 3 p.m., and 5 p.m.

Recommended for ages 18+ $30 per couple (all proceeds go to the present planetarium remodel project) Limited to 11 couples per show – please register early; more show times may be added if sold out This Valentine’s Day, treat your special someone to a romantic tour of the universe at the Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium. Bring out your romantic side by exploring beauty of the current night sky with your Valentine in the comfort of the planetarium. Couples will enjoy chocolates and a flower. Only one person from each couple needs to register.

Earth Day: Losing the Dark with a brief star talk

Saturday, April 24 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Recommended for all ages $5 per person Starry skies are a vanishing treasure because light pollution is washing away our view of the cosmos. It not only threatens astronomy, it disrupts wildlife, and affects human health. The yellow glows over cities and towns- seen so clearly from space- are testament to the billions spent in wasted energy from lighting up the sky.

Losing the Dark is a “public service announcement” planetarium show, a collaboration of Loch Ness Productions and the International Dark-Sky Association. It introduces and illustrates some of the issues regarding light pollution, and suggests three simple actions people can take to help mitigate it.

The show gives planetarium professionals a tool to help educate the public about the problems of light pollution. Planetariums are uniquely positioned to teach ways we can all work together to implement responsible use of lighting.

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RESERVABLE PROGRAMS Unless otherwise noted, the following programs are free for Waukesha County community groups/organizations and can be hosted at Retzer Nature Center or your public space.

Visit www.WaukeshaCounty.gov/EnvironmentalEd to request a program.

= Available as virtual program by request

Animal Bite Prevention

Recommend for ages 5+ 50 minutes Find out about animal awareness, animal body language, and making wise choices while interacting with animals.

Consumption by the Numbers

Recommend for ages 16+ 45 minutes We use a lot of finite resources. Discover the numbers behind consumption on a global and nationwide scale and how you can reduce this number. Find out what happens to many of these materials and how recycling helps us manage much of what we consume. Minimum of 15 participants required.

Drinking Water

Recommended for ages 8+ 30 - 60 minutes Learn about where you get your water, what can be harmful in the water, and how to eliminate the dangers. Also find out what to search for at home to keep your water safe.

Food Safety

Recommended for ages 8+ 30 - 60 minutes Become aware of food safety and the consequences of mishandling food. Hand washing is emphasized and interactive activities are available.

Green Cleaning Workshop

Recommended or ages 16+ 45 minutes Available in spring/fall We strive to keep our homes clean and healthy, but sometimes use toxic chemicals to do so. Is there a safer way? Find out what common household ingredients can be used to keep your home healthy, clean, and safe. Minimum of 15 participants required.

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Home Composting for Healthy Soils

Recommended for ages 16+ 45 minutes Available in spring/fall Learn how to create and use your own compost. Look at different bin styles to build or buy. Understand how compost works to improve the health of your soils for lawns and gardens. All program attendees may receive a $10 off coupon for a home compost bin. Minimum of 15 participants required.

Home Makeover: Green Edition

Recommended for ages 16+ 45 minutes Whether you’re looking to green your home, your lawn, or your wallet – we’ll cover them all! Learn ways to live a comfortable and sustainable lifestyle from recycling right to simple lawn care.

Minimum of 15 participants required.

Humane Animal Careers

Recommended for ages 13+ 25 minutes Explore various careers that involve animals and the preparation required for each career.

Humane Animal Education

Recommended for ages 8+ 50 minutes Learn the legal definitions of humane and cruel behavior as they relate to animals.

Specific case studies show how humane officers apply the laws.

I Live in a Watershed

Recommended for ages 8+ 45 minutes Our watershed model provides a hands-on, interactive demonstration of the sources and effects of runoff pollution. Learn about the watershed you live in and see how it connects…all the way to the ocean! By the end of this program, you will understand what a watershed is, how it functions and how you are part of it.

Nature Connection for Seniors, Service Clubs, and Special Needs Groups 60 minutes: $4.00 per person Recommended for ages 18+ Join a Retzer Teaching Naturalist for a hands-on experience that engages and connects participants with the natural world. Topics include: life in a shell, plants & pollinators, birds, insects, and animal exploration. Call 262-896-8007 with traveling program inquiries.

Recycling at Work

Held at your work place Recommended for ages 16+ 30 minutes Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste staff will share their expertise with your employees through a 30 minute interactive presentation. Your employees will leave with an understanding of what is recyclable, what the recyclables become, and how their actions effect the bottom line of businesses. Minimum of 15 participants required. Presentation requests can be made by emailing recycling@waukeshacounty.gov or calling (262) 896-8300 and can be customized based on your needs!

Rent a Garden Plot

Recommended for ages 18+ UW-Madison Extension manages a rental garden located just east of Northview Road and Grandview Boulevard in the City of Waukesha. Garden plots are available for rental on a yearly basis to Waukesha County residents, sizes are 20’ by 20’ and 30’ by 30’. For pricing, availability, and more information, visit www.waukeshacounty. gov/UWEX/HORT/ or call 262-548-7775.

The Value of Rain Gardens and Rain Barrels

Recommended for ages 18+ 60 minutes Rain barrels have been used for many generations. Discover how they can actually help restore a more natural water flow while saving you money. Not only will we explore how to install rain barrels, but we will learn about the benefits of rain gardens too! Rain gardens and rain barrels can be a beautiful solution to water pollution.

Volunteer Service Project

Recommended for ages 8+ Assist park system staff individually or as a group. Volunteers may assist with seasonal natural land management, species conservation, special events, or Retzer Nature Center animal and aquarium care. For more information, or to submit a Volunteer Interest Form, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/parkvolunteers.

Volunteer Teacher Naturalist Training

Recommended for ages 18+ Retzer Nature Center offers an apprenticeship program to become a Volunteer Teacher Naturalist who can assist Education Naturalist staff with environmental education programs for school groups, scouts, and the general public. There is no registration deadline; we welcome new volunteers year-round. For more information, or to submit a Volunteer Interest Form, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/parkvolunteers.

Understanding Water Resources

Recommended for ages 8+ 45 minutes Discover where your water comes from, where it goes after you use it, and the difference between storm sewers and sanitary sewers. In this interactive presentation we will also discuss the Waukesha water issue, learn about watersheds, and how your actions impact our waters.

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Help Protect

Your Parks

WAUKESHA COUNTY PARK SYSTEM PARKLAND CONSERVATION FUND The Parkland Conservation Fund helps protect, restore, and enhance greenspaces throughout the Waukesha County Park System.

This stewardship fund focuses on wildlife habitat restoration and improvements to natural areas. Donations are an investment in local natural resources, public lands and parks for generations to come.

Help us complete these important projects!

Nashotah Park Native Prairie Restoration Restoration of old agricultural fields into native prairie habitat. Native plantings provide habitat for birds, pollinators, and other insects. The beauty of blooming flowers will also add to the natural beauty of Nashotah Park. Please donate to help us complete the next two phases.

• Phase I: Complete • Phase II & III: Donate Now

Monches Property Reforestation

Planting a diversity of shrubs and trees along the Oconomowoc River Greenway to reduce pollution from agricultural land and improve water quality.

A partnership with OWPP. Please donate to help us complete the next phase.

• Phase I: Complete • Phase II: Donate Now

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WAUKESHACOUNTY.GOV/PARKLANDCONSERVATION

SEEKING VOLUNTEERS! Perfect for students, groups, and teachers!

Volunteering with Parks and Land Use is a great opportunity for individuals and groups to enjoy the outdoors while giving back:

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Park Maintenance (weeding, painting, trail woodchipping) Invasive Species Control / Removal Adopt-A-Trail Program Adopt-A-Drain Program Park Clean Up / Litter Pick up Retzer Nature Center Special Events Citizen Science Programs Stewardship Projects Scout Project Information

www.WaukeshaCounty.gov/parkvolunteers

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SCOUT PROGRAMS

Pre-scheduled Scout programs have been temporarily suspended in order to provide safe and healthy programs to smaller groups. To request a program for your troop/den, please visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/EnvironmentalEd. Programs must be paid in full at the time of registration. Minimum of 10 scouts per program required. Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts USA and GSWISE guidelines for group gatherings will be followed. Programs must be scheduled to begin at or before 4:00 p.m. due to decreased winter daylight, or by 4:30 p.m. in spring.

Cub Scout Programs Winter Wildlife Adventure

2 hour program $9 per Scout, per program (Minimum of 10 Scouts) In winter, nature records fascinating activities of animals. We can tell a lot about animals by the signs they leave behind. Join us for a brief indoor presentation to learn how to identify different tracks and evidence of animal activity, then we’ll head outside for a snowshoe adventure. Use Retzer’s snowshoes or bring your own. A trail hike will replace snowshoeing if snow cover is not adequate.

Tiger

Tigers in the Wild Adventure 1.5 hour program $6 per Scout (Minimum of 10 Scouts) Enjoy the outdoors while identifying interesting plants and animals and the signs they have left behind as we hike the trails. Requirements 1, 2, 3, and 7 will be completed during this program.

Wolf

Paws on the Path Adventure 1.5 hour program $6 per Scout (Minimum of 10 Scouts) Join a naturalist on a hike to identify birds, insects, and other animals along the trails. We will watch and record interesting items we find as we hike.

Requirements 1 - 6 will be completed during this program.

Finding Your Way Adventure 1.5 hour program $6 per Scout (Minimum of 10 Scouts) Learn how to read a map, locate where you live and to use a compass to work your way through a scavenger hunt on the Retzer trails. Requirements 1A, 2AB, 3 and 4 will be completed during this program.

Bear

Fur, Feathers & Ferns Adventure 1.5 hour program $6 per Scout (Minimum of 10 Scouts) During your visit to Retzer Nature Center we will hike the trails and learn how to identify signs of mammals, birds, insect and plants. We will observe wildlife from a distance and plants close up! Requirements 1, 2, 4, and 5 will be completed during this program.

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Webelos

Into the Wild Adventure 1.5 hour program $6 per scout (Minimum of 10 Scouts) Learn about bird flyways, wild creatures in their habitats, and identify local animals. Identify components of the food chain and how humans have changed the balance of nature. As we take a hike along wetlands, we will learn about the role of aquatic ecosystems. Requirements 4-9 will be completed during this program.

Into the Woods Adventure 1.5 hour program $6 per Scout (Minimum of 10 Scouts) Join a naturalist on a hike to identify native trees and plants, their many uses and their importance to our ecosystem. Identify useful things made from wood.

Use growth rings to tell a tree’s life story and learn about the function of tree bark. Requirements 1-4 and 6-7 will be completed during this program.

Did you know?

You don't have to be a school to book one of our programs!

We are open to families, households, homeschool groups, scout groups and 4-H groups.

Children should be within two grades levels of each other for best experience.

Minimum attendance required.

Book a program with the Waukesha County Environmental Education Team!

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SCOUT PROGRAMS

Pre-scheduled Scout programs have been temporarily suspended in order to provide safe and healthy programs to smaller groups. To request a program for your troop/den, please visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/EnvironmentalEd. Programs must be paid in full at the time of registration. Minimum of 10 scouts per program required. Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts USA and GSWISE guidelines for group gatherings will be followed. Programs must be scheduled to begin at or before 4:00 p.m. due to decreased winter daylight, or by 4:30 p.m. in spring.

Girl Scout Programs Winter Wildlife Adventure

2 hour program $9 per Girl Scout, per program (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) In winter, nature records fascinating activities of animals. We can tell a lot about animals by the signs they leave behind. Join us for a brief indoor presentation to learn how to identify different tracks and evidence of animal activity, then we’ll head outside for a snowshoe adventure. Use Retzer’s snowshoes or bring your own. A trail hike will replace snowshoeing if snow cover is not adequate.

Daisy

Between Earth and Sky Journey 1.5 hour program $6 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Daisy Girl Scouts will have a hands-on sensory experience as they complete a scavenger hunt discovering different colors, shapes, and textures along Retzer Nature Center’s trails.

Eco Learner Badge 1.5 hour program $6 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Nature gives us many gifts. Daisy Girl Scouts will learn some ways to give back by protecting nature. Scouts will learn how to be prepared before going outdoors, play a wildlife game, observe plants and animals within a “nature circle”, and learn how to protect nature from trash.

Make the World a Better Place Rose Petal 30 minute program $5 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts, maximum of 20 to maintain Social Distancing) Learn about making the world a better place with the 3 Rs: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Read Rosie’s story and conduct a mock trash sort activity to complete the requirements to earn your rose petal.

Brownie

Bugs Badge 1.5 hour program $8 per Girl Scout -- includes project supplies. (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Brownie Girl Scouts will talk to a bug specialist, create a bug craft or bug box, see bugs in action, explore bug homes and take a bug walk.

Hiker Badge 1.5 hour program $8 per Girl Scout -- includes snack. (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Brownie Girl Scouts will choose a Retzer hiking trail, try out hiking skills including map reading, learn how to be prepared, eat a healthy snack on the trail, and have fun with an outdoor scavenger hunt.

Brownie

Household Elf Badge 30 minute program $5 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts, maximum of 20 to maintain Social Distancing) Learn how to make your home clean and green. Discover the importance of Reduce, Reuse, & Recycle and take away tips to save water and energy at home to earn your badge.

Eco Friend Badge 1.5 hour program $6 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Find out how to treat outdoor spaces with kindness and teach others how they can too. Brownie Girl Scouts will take a hike, find houses in nature and learn how to keep animal homes safe, learn how to build and safely put out a fire, and practice being kind in outdoor spaces.

Junior

Flowers Badge 1.5 hour program $6 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Discover that there’s more to flowers than just good looks. Junior Girl Scouts will uncover the science of a flower, look under the petals, learn how flowers help people and animals, have fun with flowers, and send a message in a flower code.

Animal Habitats Badge 1.5 hour program $6 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Junior Girl Scouts will learn about animal habitats in Wisconsin, investigate animal habitats at Retzer Nature Center, create animal houses for Retzer animals, and learn about endangered habitats and how to protect animal habitats.

Cadette Girl Scout

Trees Badge 2 hour program $9 per Girl Scout (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts) Find out all about trees: from the shade to the science, the fruit to the forest, and the legends to the lumber. Cadette Girl Scouts will observe different tree species, learn about the amazing science of trees, discuss logging, clearcutting and deforestation, learn how Waukesha County Parks cares for its trees, and make a tree project.

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Plant or Plant Insect Questions?

Let UW-Madison Extension Horticulture Educators identify your outdoor and indoor plant samples and outdoor plant insects.

There is a $5 charge per sample. Call 262-548-7775 or e-mail lboyer@waukeshacounty.gov before bringing in any samples to the office to confirm office hours as well as plant/insect submission procedures.

Soil Questions?

Having soil problems? Tired of guessing about additives for your lawn or garden? A soil test will tell you what nutrients your plants or lawn need and will recommend the amount of fertilizer (N-P-K) to add to your soil. It will also tell the current pH of your soil and an analysis of the amount of organic matter in your soil.

For more information, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/uwex/hort/st or call 262-548-7775.

Yard or Garden Questions?

Contact the Horticulture Helpline. This free service allows you to speak with a trained UW-Madison Extension Master Gardener volunteer regarding plant, bug, or soil questions.

For more information, email uwex1@waukeshacounty.gov or call 262-548-7779.

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UW-Madison Extension Waukesha County 4-H

University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension Waukesha County 4-H provides educational and enrichment activities for youth ages K5-19.

Programs engage youth and assist them in reaching their fullest potential by fostering critical thinking, problem solving, communication and leadership skills. There are projects for every interest and many opportunities to get involved.

To join, volunteer, or learn more about 4-H visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/uwex/4H or call 262-548-7774.

4-H encourages youth to develop confidence and a commitment to excellence

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