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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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    Frogs, Turtles & Dragonflies - Oh My!

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    In this family friendly program, explore what critters and bugs, from small to large, live in the Havenwoods ponds!

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    Managing Havenwoods Invasives

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    Everyone can help improve native habitat for local wildlife and environmental health!

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    Shakespeare in the Park- Hamlet

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    The Summit Players present Shakespeare's tragedy, Hamlet.

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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 each month.

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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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    Second Saturday Bird Walks

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    Enjoy an informal guided birding walk while exploring Havenwoods State Forest. We’ll have fun spotting and identifying birds as we go.

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    Great Wisconsin Birdathon

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    We have a fun way to help the Friends of Havenwoods and Wisconsin birds - the Great Wisconsin Birdathon!

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    Havenwoods History Hike

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    Come join us on a hike through Havenwoods and discover the unique history of the land.

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    Black Birder's Week

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    Join the Zoological Society of Milwaukee, Havenwoods Neighborhood Partnership and BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin for feather-filled family fun and to celebrate Black Birders Week!

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    Garlic Mustard Pull-A-Thon/Stewardship Saturday

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    Join the Friends of Havenwoods as part of the Southeast Wisconsin Invasive Species Consortium’s annual Garlic Mustard Pull-A-Thon! During these events, volunteers will assist with removing Garlic Mustard and Dame’s Rocket from various areas…

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