Winter is a great time to get outside especially when there is a warm fire, hot cocoa to drink and snacks to eat! This event attracts 30 people from Dane County. Kids and families learn how to snowshoe and enjoy a snack around a warm fire. Meet at the Rainbow Shelter. If there is no …
It's spring and time for spring flowers to pop up. One of the first flowers of spring is blood root and we will learn about this pretty little flower and then take a short hike looking for spring birds. Afterwards, the kids will enjoy a warm farm, a beverage and a snack. Join us for …
Learn to fish and get a free fishing pole and tackle box (for first 300 kids)! This is an annual event sponsored by the Yahara Fishing Club. Kids will learn how to fish and get a free hot dog lunch. Registration
Getting outside at night is a rare treat, especially for kids. Here's a great opportunity to stay up late during the summer to experience nature at its magical best at night. We will hike up a hill to Ferry Bluff where we will get a beautiful view of the Wisconsin River and sit on top …
Experience the magic of fireflies on a hot summer night at Indian Lake County Park. We'll learn what makes fireflies light up and enjoy cooking marshmallows over a fire. There will also be exhibits about the insects and animals at the park and kids can make a craft. Then we'll take a short walk to …
Get crafty with leaves at this fun library event! Kids will make leaf rubbings, collages and paintings using colorful fall leaves. Free books will be available to take home. A light snack will be served. Free. No registration required. Just show up at the library.
Join Get Kids Outside as we explore the trees and leaves of Warner Park. What makes leaves turn color? What does an oak tree leaf look like? What about a maple? What colors do they turn in fall? We will explore and collect fall leaves as we hike up to the sledding hill. Kids will be …
Kids learn about mammals at the Fall Outing. Get Kids Outside invites you this fall event at Indian Lake County Park • Hike the beautiful trails at the park. • Cook s’mores over a fire. • Learn about the animals at the park. • Engage in educational activities. This event is designed for school age …
Come to see bald eagles flying over the Wisconsin River and see a bird of prey show at the River Arts Center. Get Kids Outside will be attending the Bird of Prey show this year on Saturday, January 13. Typically, the time is 11 am, but we are waiting on confirmation. Stay tuned. Free.
Learn to ice fish at this annual event sponsored by the Yahara Fishing Club. Kids receive a free fishing pole and gear to fish through the ice. Holes are pre-drilled for you and volunteers will help you learn to fish. Afterwards, enjoy hot cocoa and a hotdog.
Winter is a great time to get outside especially when there is a warm fire, hot cocoa to drink and snacks to eat! This event attracts 30 people from Dane County. Kids and families learn how to snowshoe and enjoy a snack around a warm fire. Meet at the Rainbow Shelter. If there is no …
It's spring and time for spring flowers to pop up. One of the first flowers of spring is blood root and we will learn about this pretty little flower and then take a short hike looking for spring birds. Afterwards, the kids will enjoy a warm farm, a beverage and a snack. Join us for …