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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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    Slither Walk Hop

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    Meet some of our ambassador animals up close and see how these critters move.

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    Nearby Nature- Snowshoe

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    Put on your boots and learn how to snowshoe with our friends at Nearby Nature! Pre-registration for this event is required so that we have adequate supplies ready. Snowshoes will be provided for use, but please dress for the weather. In the event…

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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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    Candlelight Hike

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    Spend some time outdoors and hike along a brief 0.75-mile portion of our trails lit by candlelight!

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    Animal Feeding

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    Come visit the animals as they eat their lunch.

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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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    Nature Tales

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    Nature Tales include a story and a craft or activity created for kids ages 2 –5.

  • Event

    Candlelight Hike

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    Spend some time outdoors and hike along a brief 0.75-mile portion of our trails lit by candlelight!

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    Slither, Walk, Hop

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    Take this opportunity to meet some of our ambassador animals up close!

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    Bird Hike

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    Enjoy an informal guided birding walk while exploring Havenwoods State Forest. We’ll keep an eye out for winter birds and their nests. Mostly flat terrain with less than 2.5 miles of hiking. Dress for the weather and bring your binoculars or borrow…

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