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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Dusk Hike & Campfire
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Come experience the MacKenzie Center at dusk when various wild animals become active.
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Nature Journaling Workshop
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This free workshop will give you the basic knowledge needed to create your own nature journal.
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Underwater Explorers
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Drop in any time between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. with MacKenzie Center naturalists to explore the study pond and its creatures.
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Story Time with Animals
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Learn about animal life through stories read aloud by MacKenzie Naturalists.
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Youth Archery Clinic
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This free archery clinic for kids ages 8-15, will introduce your child to the sport of archery or help sharpen their skills. This clinic is open to all skill levels. Bows will be provided so please do not bring any of your own gear. Please call 608-…
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Girl’s & Women’s Archery Clinic
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Have you ever been interested in archery or have shot a few times but want to know more? This free event is open to all women ages 8 and up. Call 608-635-8112 to register or for more information. Registration is required. Bows will be provided so…
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Story Time With Animals
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Learn about animal life through stories read aloud by MacKenzie Naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in our exhibit. Geared toward toddlers and pre-school children. Please meet inside the wildlife area near the wolves.
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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? Naturalists will be leading drop-in sessions of Pond Study- one of visiting schools’ favorite MacKenzie Education programs. Use dip nets to…
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Story Time With Animals
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Learn about animal life through stories read aloud by MacKenzie Naturalists and explore the lives of the animals in our exhibit. Geared toward toddlers and pre-school children. Please meet inside the wildlife area near the wolves.