Environmental Education

Preserving western Wisconsin's natural character goes beyond land conservation - it includes teaching all generations to care for their natural world.

West Wisconsin Land Trust's Education Program offers free, guided outdoor education year-round. Participants age 5 and up will learn a variety of skills and facts about the natural world. Programs take place throughout western Wisconsin, on properties protected by West Wisconsin Land Trust, or on public properties in the region.

Programs are designed for families, however they can also be customized for community groups (scouts, 4-H, etc.), seeking instruction on specific topics.

"Very educational and entertaining. Age appropriate and interactive. Great sense of humor and extensive knowledge! FUN! Would highly recommend for future programs about wildlife and conservation!" - Laura, Cub Scout Pack 47

"Thanks a bunch for sharing your time, knowledge and enthusiasm with our group. Personally, my children have been repeating the 'Eyes in front, meant to hunt' poem to anyone who will listen." - Kris, Family Learning Center

Class Listing

Join us for a free outdoor adventure! Children (age 5+) will enjoy exercising outdoors during these fun, hands-on educational experiences. Families will enjoy spending time together, learning about the world around them, and meeting others in their communities.

See below for a list of upcoming classes and descriptions. For more information, or to register for a class, contact West Wisconsin Land Trust's Interim Outdoor Education Coordinator Jeanette Kelly at 715-235-8850 or [email protected].

All programs are offered free of charge and are limited to 20 total participants. Programs are developed at the 5th grade level, but they can be enjoyed by ages 5 and up. We ask that all children be accompanied by adults. Programs will run in all weather except severe situations, so please dress appropriately.

For questions and to reserve your spot, contact Jeanette Kelly, Interim Outdoor Education Coordinator, at 715-235-8850 or [email protected].

Programs Open to the Public:

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC)
West Wisconsin Land Trust is proud to be the local sponsor of this annual event. If you can't attend the events in Menomonie, you can learn more about the GBBC at www.birdcount.org.

GBBC Informational Open Houses Sign up to get involved, hone your bird-identification skills, and make a bird feeder. Fun for the entire family! The same information and activities will be provided at each open house. February 12, 2009 4 - 7 p.m. Menomonie Public Library, Menomonie, WI February 13, 2009 4 - 6 p.m. Menomonie Public Library, Menomonie, WI

12th Annual GBBC
Get outside and see what birds you can find.

February 13-16, 2009

GBBC "End-of-Count" Celebration Celebrate what birds we found in our backyards! February 16, 2009 6 - 8 p.m. Menomonie Public Library, Menomonie, WI

If you would like to schedule a private education program, please contact Gretchen Yonko, Outdoor Education Coordinator, at [email protected] or 715-235-8850.