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Havenwoods State Forest

Havenwoods State Forest

Description

Havenwoods State Forest is Wisconsin’s only urban state forest, featuring 237 acres of grasslands, woods and wetlands in the city of Milwaukee. Hike, run, bike and watch wildlife on over six miles of trails. Explore one of the four ponds, stroll over the 120-foot bridge or find a bench to sit and relax outdoors.

Location

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  43.129796, -87.967411

County: Milwaukee

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    Evening Walk

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    Take a guided 1.5-mile hike through the forests and prairies in the early evening.

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    Girl Scouts Love State Parks

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    Find your adventure at Havenwoods State Forest!

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    History Hike

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    Join us on a hike through Havenwoods, where we’ll talk about Havenwoods’ history and where we are headed next.

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    Mini Alebrije - Paper Mache Workshop

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    Create your own mini alebrije with paper and Mexican paste technique (paper mache/cartoneria). Use your imagination to make a mystical creature, and learn about this Mexican traditional technique and culture. 

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    Midday Walk

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    Enjoy some time in nature over the lunch hour with a short, guided walk through Havenwoods. Bring your lunch along to eat afterwards. About 1 mile.

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    Spanish In Nature! – Learn About Opposites

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    Learn about opposites in animals through team-building games, stories and outdoor exploration! This program is intended for children aged 2-9 and their guardian(s).

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    Wild Knowing: The Arts of Ecological Culture

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    With dramatic stories and colorful imagery, this 30 minute presentation explores how we can enlist the power of the arts on a journey to transform our culture from consuming nature to collaborating with nature.

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    Animal Feeding

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    Ever wanted to see a turtle eat? Or see a snake up close? Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch.

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    Stewardship Saturdays

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    Join our staff to help remove invasive plants and keep the property beautiful for all to enjoy! Additional volunteer opportunities, including planting and leading hikes, are available.

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    Shakespeare in the Park: Macbeth

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    See the classic Shakespeare play, Macbeth, at Wisconsin State Parks!

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