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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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    Autumn Leaf Hike

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    Autumn is upon us, let’s get outdoors to enjoy it! Join an educator on a short hike, while observing the beautiful fall colors of several deciduous trees.

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    Bat Hike

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    Bring your family and friends on Halloween night for an evening hike through the forest.

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    Autumn Celebration

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    Join us at Havenwoods for a free, family-friendly Autumn Celebration!

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    Stewardship Saturday

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    Join our staff to help remove invasive plants and keep the property beautiful for all to enjoy.

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    Exotic Pet Surender

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    Do you have an exotic pet you can no longer care for? J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue will accept fish, invertebrates, reptiles, pet birds and small mammals – no questions asked.

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    Invasive Species Removal – Naturalist’s Backyard

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    Remove invasive plants to help us maintain and improve the native biodiversity of our Naturalist’s Backyard area.

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    Forest Bathing

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    Enjoy the wonder of nature using all your senses during this family-friendly forest bathing walk.

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    Raptor Day

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    Experience live raptors up close, learn birding basics, join a guided hike and create a bird-themed craft.

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    Open Crafting

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    Grab your project and meet up with fellow crafters at the Havenwoods State Forest Nature Center on the morning of the second Saturday of every month.

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    Waterfowl Migration Hike

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    It’s waterfowl migration season of ducks and geese! Come take a hike to see and learn about these birds, their migration and more. Led by Kecia King, Wisconsin Master Naturalist.

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