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MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center | Happenlist

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center

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MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center

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1130 N 60th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53208

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Phone

+1 414-777-7888

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Upcoming Events

Events happening at MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center

Alien Invaders

TUE JUN 306:30PM

Outdoors & Nature

Alien Invaders

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Learn about alien invaders that threaten our trees and wildlife at Hawthorn Glen. Tuesday, June 30, 6:30–8 PM. $5 for residents.

Lectures

Creatures of the Night

Creatures of the Night

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Unravel nocturnal mysteries at Hawthorn Glen. Explore the night-time world of mammals with your child.

Group Hikes

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Cooking with the Seasons

WED JUL 15:30PM

Cooking with the Seasons

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Every other Wednesday

Cook seasonal dishes at Hawthorn Glen. Each class includes a meal, Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Cooking Classes

Adventurers

MON JUL 67:30AM

Outdoors & Nature

Adventurers

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Five-day summer adventure for ages 8–9 at Hawthorn Glen. Explore habitats and build independence outdoors.

For kids · Elementary to Teen

Decomposers

TUE JUL 76:30PM

Outdoors & Nature

Decomposers

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Learn about the tiny creatures that help our planet thrive at Hawthorn Glen. Bugs under logs, no squirming allowed.

For kids · Preschool to Teen

Summer Sweets

Outdoors & Nature

Summer Sweets

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Learn about nature's sweet summer treats at Hawthorn Glen. July 8, 7–8:30 PM. $5 for residents, $8 for non-residents.

Lectures

Friday Night Tales for Tots

Friday Night Tales for Tots

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Stories and nature activities for tots at Hawthorn Glen. Fridays from 5 to 6:30 PM, $5 for residents.

For kids · Preschool to Teen

Tap into Nature

Outdoors & Nature

Tap into Nature

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Learn to use Merlin Bird ID and i-Naturalist at Hawthorn Glen. Explore nature with your phone, Saturdays at 10am.

For kids · Tween and Teen

Rangers

Outdoors & Nature

Rangers

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Hiking camp at Hawthorn Glen from July 13 to 17. Expand your skills with daily hikes up to 4 miles.

For kids · Tween and Teen

Nature Club

TUE JUL 144:30PM

Outdoors & Nature

Nature Club

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Jul 14 · Aug 18

Nature-based exploratory play for kids at Hawthorn Glen. Drop-off class with Steph on Tuesday, July 14, for $4.

For kids · Preschool to Teen

Bugs We Love to Hate

TUE JUL 146:30PM

Classes & Workshops

Bugs We Love to Hate

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Bugs and their itchy venoms at Hawthorn Glen on July 14. Learn about repellents, bites, and stings for $5.

For kids · Preschool to Teen

Batty About Bats

Outdoors & Nature

Batty About Bats

MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center·Wauwatosa, Milwaukee

Hike at Hawthorn Glen to spot bats and learn how they help us. Adults register with a child; $5 for residents.

Group Hikes