The Friends of Schmeeckle host several programs and events throughout the year. Explore upcoming events below.
Hear updates from the past year and enjoy a barbeque buffet at the Menzel Pavilion. Our special guest speaker is Ron Zimmerman, former director of Schmeeckle.
All are welcome to attend board meetings and learn more about the Friends.
Celebrate the completion of the fishing pier and resurfaced lake trail that give visitors more access to enjoy Schmeeckle.
Have you ever wondered what represents the dairy state? Come explore the different symbols of Wisconsin in this outdoor fireside chat. Discover the animals, minerals, plants and even foods that symbolize Wisconsin. Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone number.
Discover that vultures are not ugly, smelly, dirty, disease-ridden birds in this outdoor fireside chat! Find out about adaptations that make them one of the cleanest animals through engaging activities. Discover how their “gross” dining habits keep humans safe and healthy. Find out how you can help nature’s clean-up crew! Email us to register for
From songbirds to raptors, a timeless hobby is taking flight at Schmeeckle—birding! Practice using old-school binoculars and new-school birding apps on your phone. Go bird watching. Discuss how you can log your sightings online and contribute to science and research! Experienced, novice, and aspiring birders are all welcome! Email us to register for this program.
FALL in love with nature in a new way! This season, discover the secret beauty hidden within Schmeeckle through art, your senses, hands-on activities and nature exploration, then create your own masterpiece. Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone number.
Just as humans can be invaded by germs that make them sick, Schmeeckle has been invaded by exotic species that impact ecosystem health. Join us for a guided walk where we will diagnose Schmeeckle’s illness by identifying different invasive species. Discuss actions you can take to prevent their spread. Email us to register for this
Come join Ant Man and shrink down to discover the insect superheroes of Schmeeckle. Discuss adaptations that make them so super and explore their habitats. Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone number.
Pop into a pollinator’s world. Explore their habitats. Participate in positively popular pollinator activities. Find out how you can make the world safer for pollinators. Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone number.
Join us for a guided hike and explore the towering oak trees and prairie grasses of the oak savanna - one of the rarest habitats in the Midwest. Find out what animals depend on this unique community, and what makes it so special. Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number
Get to know the trees of Schmeeckle and their connection to Wisconsin’s heritage. Join us for a short hike to meet some trees. Learn how trees provide for forest critters and how they provide for us! Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone number.
