• Leaf Magic Part II

    Warner Park Rainbow Shelter 2930 N. Sherman Ave, Madison, WI

    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 […]

  • 3rd Annual Fall Wonder and Adventure Outing

    Indian Lake County Park 8183 State Highway 19, Cross Plains, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • Learn to Ice Fish

    Brittingham Park 829 W. Washington Ave., Madison, WI

    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.  

  • Spring Wildflowers and Bird Hike for Kids

    Aldo Leopold Center 330 Femrite Drive, Monona, WI

    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 […]

  • Bald Eagle Watching Days

    Sauk Prairie River Arts Center 105 9th Street, Prairie du Sac, WI

    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 18. Typically, the time is 11 am, but we are waiting on confirmation. Stay tuned. Free.

  • Winter Wonderland Learn to Snowshoe

    Warner Park Community Center 2930 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • Wildflower and Bird Adventure

    aldo leopold nature center 330 Femrite Drive, Monona, WI

    Let's look for spring flowers and birds at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center in Monona. We will end our hike with a fire and s'mores. Free. Registration

  • Kids Free Fishing Day

    Warner Park Community Center 2930 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI, United States

    Learn to fish and get a free fishing pole (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  

  • 10th Annual Community Firefly Hike

    Indian Lake County Park 8183 State Highway 19, Cross Plains, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • 5th Annual Fall Wonder and Adventure Outing

    Indian Lake County Park 8183 State Highway 19, Cross Plains, WI, United States

    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 […]

  • Kids Free Fishing Day – 2026

    Warner Park Community Center 2930 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI, United States

    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. No registration, just show up.  

  • 11th Annual Community Firefly Hike 2026

    Indian Lake County Park 8183 State Highway 19, Cross Plains, WI, United States

    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 […]