Education_Topic Contact_Mackenzie Center
- Email: MacKenzie Center
- Phone: tel:+1-608-635-8112
MacKenzie Center
Description
The MacKenzie Center, just 25 miles north of Madison, is one of the most diverse education centers in Wisconsin. With interpretive trails, exhibits, museums and programming available for school and youth groups, MacKenzie is a wonderful place to visit and learn about the natural world. The State Game Farm is connected to the MacKenzie Center and is adjacent to the arboretum on the western half of the property.
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Underwater Wonders: Pond Study
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Did you know that you can learn a lot about the health of a pond by what critters you find living there?
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Storytime With Animals
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Learn about what flies, slithers, hops and walks through nature stories read by MacKenzie naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in the wildlife area.
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Earth Day - Tree Planting
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Join us to continue the legacy of Harley Mackenzie and plant trees for the education of current and future generations!
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Friends of MacKenzie Maple Festival
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Ever wonder how maple syrup goes from being in a maple tree to on your pancakes and waffles? Join us at the Friends of MacKenzie Maple Fest to learn about the past and present of maple sugaring practices! This sweet event will offer all things…
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Venison Sausage-Making Workshop
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Participants will learn about different styles of sausages and the equipment, ingredients and techniques needed to make them at home.
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Candlelight Snowshoe Hike
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Join us at the MacKenzie Center for a fun Friday night of hiking and snowshoeing on our illuminated path. A limited number of snowshoes are available to borrow, or you can bring your own! Please park in the Lodge parking lot. This is a night hike…
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Wolf Moon Hike
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Come experience the natural world under the glow of the first full moon of the year, called the “Wolf Moon.”