Wehr Nature Center is a place where everyone belongs. Open year-round, we offer accessible buildings, trails, and park features designed for visitors of all ages and abilities. Wander our more than five-miles of trails traversing five distinct habitats all within a five-minute walk. Enjoy universally designed exhibits, comfortable restrooms, and hands-on unique programs that bring people together through nature all year round.
For all ages and abilities
February 7 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
What comes to mind when you think of a scientist? .Join us for this open-house-style event aimed to break the stereotype of who can be successful in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) fields. Recommended for ages 10 and up. This event is free, but please pre-register.
March 7 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Maple syrup is so much more than a pancake topper. Join us at our 46th Annual Maple Sugar Days Saturday, March 7th and Sunday, March 8th to hear the surprising stories behind your favorite sticky treat. Registration coming soon! Advanced registration encouraged. Walk-in’s welcome as space allows.
All Ages and Abilities
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
9:00 am – 10:00 am
10:00 am – 11:00 am
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Featured Program
Unplug, slow down, and de-stress from your daily routine. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, a certified forest bathing guide will lead you through a series of sensory-based invitations designed to relax, restore, and deepen your relationship with the natural world.
Wehr Nature Center inspires all generations to explore and value the plants and animals of our natural world through experiential education, accessible trails, native landscapes and natural areas.
October – December 2025 Newsletter
Wehr has many opportunities to connect with community this winter. Bring your friends or meet new ones at Brews and Shoes, support research in our parks at the Community Science Volunteer Kickoff, become a backyard sugarmaker at our Maple Tapping Workshops, or get inspired to take action at our Climate Change Conversations workshop. Families can dig into geology at our Fascinating Fossil for Families class, learn about STEM careers at Women and Girls in Science, and join our 48th Annual Maple Sugar Weekend in March.
In addition to our public programs and events, Wehr is home to clubs and organizations that provide a chance to pursue your favorite nature hobby. Read about the Wehr Nature Center Camera Club here and others in each newsletter this year.
One bird’s mess is another bird’s meal! Wehr’s Wild Turkeys will gladly clean up the stray seed thrown to the ground by busy birds at the feeders. It’s quite a sight to find cardinals, doves, and sparrows eating right alongside these giant turkeys.
See why Wehr Nature Center is “a place for all seasons, a place for everyone.” Explore more than five miles of nature trails through woodland, wetland, prairie and oak savanna on 220-acres of protected land in Whitnall Park at Wehr Nature Center.
This is without a doubt, the best place to birdwatch and see wildlife in the Milwaukee metro area. The nature center is fantastic. The staff is welcoming and the trails are extremely well-maintained. Always something exciting to see!
our Women and Girls in Science event is less than a week away. This open-house-style event aims to break the stereotype of who can be successful in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) fields. Girls (and boys) can catch the “science bug” through hands-on activities and learn about female STEAM pioneers and their important contributions to our community.All genders are welcome; recommended for ages 10 and up. Participants will learn about influential female STEAM pioneers, explore scientific tools and concepts, and connect with potential mentors who are making an impact in their fields today. They'll walk away with a passport and chance to win themed prizes.You can learn more here: www.wehrnaturecenter.com/event/women-and-girls-in-science/We wanted to take the moment to introduce you to one of the scientists that will be at the event, Allison Byrnes. This is what Allison has to say about herself.Hi! My name is Allison Byrnes, and I am an engineer in our Quality & Metallurgy Department at ATI Forged Products. I have a degree in Materials Science & Engineering and use these skills to help ATI manufacture forgings! I’ve worked with a variety of customers for various product end uses over the years – but my primary experience has been working with titanium and nickel alloys for airplane and rocket engine parts. If I’m not at my desk you might find me in the forge shop, our heat treat facility, or materials testing lab.
@followers meet our next scientist, Tamika Harper who will be at our Women and Girls in Science event on February 7th from 11am-2pm The Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center. The event is free, but we do ask that you pre-register to give us a rough head count so we can make sure we have enough supplies for everyone. Here is the link to register and to learn more: www.wehrnaturecenter.com/event/women-and-girls-in-science/Here is what Tamika has to say about herself. I’m Tamika Harper, and I am a Processing Specialist in the Quality & Metallurgy department at ATI Forged Products. At ATI, I help monitor the testing process of our parts, pull data, and work alongside engineers to provide any assistance needed on a given day.We have over 15 different organizations that will be tabling with us for this event and we hope that you can join us.
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