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Recommended for ages 18+ 60 minutes
Rain barrels have been used for many generations. Discover how they can actually help restore a more natural water flow while saving you money. Not only will we explore how to install rain barrels, but we will learn about the benefits of rain gardens too! Rain gardens and rain barrels can be a beautiful solution to water pollution.
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Recycling at Work
Held at your work place Recommended for ages 16+ 30 minutes
Waukesha County Recycling and Solid Waste staff will share their expertise with your employees through a 30 minute interactive presentation. Your employees will leave with an understanding of what is recyclable, what the recyclables become, and how their actions effect the bottom line of businesses. Minimum of 15 participants required. Presentation requests can be made by emailing recycling@waukeshacounty.gov or calling (262) 896-8300 and can be customized based on your needs!
Rent a Garden Plot
Recommended for ages 18+
Extension Waukesha County manages a rental garden located just east of Northview Road and Grandview Boulevard in the City of Waukesha. Garden plots are available for rental on a yearly basis to Waukesha County residents, sizes are 20’ by 20’ and 30’ by 30’. For pricing, availability, and more information, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/UWEX/HORT/ or call 262-548-7775.
Understanding Water Resources
Recommended for ages 8+ 45 minutes
Discover where your water comes from, where it goes after you use it, and the difference between storm sewers and sanitary sewers. In this interactive presentation we will also discuss the Waukesha water issue, learn about watersheds, and how your actions impact our waters.
Volunteer Service Project
Recommended for ages 8+
Assist park system staff individually or as a group. Volunteers may assist with seasonal natural land management, species conservation, special events, or Retzer Nature Center animal and aquarium care. For more information, or to submit a Volunteer Interest Form, visit us at: www.waukeshacounty.gov/parkvolunteers
Volunteer Teacher Naturalist Training
Recommended for ages 18+
Retzer Nature Center offers an apprenticeship program to become a Volunteer Teacher Naturalist who can assist Education Naturalist staff with environmental education programs for school groups, scouts, and the general public. There is no registration deadline; we welcome new volunteers year-round. For more information, or to submit a Volunteer Interest Form, visit us online at: www.waukeshacounty.gov/parkvolunteers
Help Protect Your Parks
The Parkland Conservation Fund helps protect, restore, and enhance greenspaces throughout the Waukesha County Park System. This stewardship fund focuses on wildlife habitat restoration and improvements to natural areas. Donations are an investment in local natural resources, public lands and parks for generations to come. Help us complete these important projects!
Nashotah Park Native Prairie Restoration
Restoration of old agricultural fields into native prairie habitat. Native plantings provide habitat for birds, pollinators, and other insects. The beauty of blooming flowers will also add to the natural beauty of Nashotah Park. Please donate to help us complete the next two phases. • Phase I: Complete • Phase II & III: Donate Now
Monches Property Reforestation
Planting a diversity of shrubs and trees along the Oconomowoc River Greenway to reduce pollution from agricultural land and improve water quality. A partnership with OWPP. Please donate to help us complete the next phase. • Phase I: Complete • Phase II: Donate Now
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS!
Perfect for students, groups, and teachers!
Volunteering with Parks and Land Use is a great opportunity for individuals and groups to enjoy the outdoors while giving back: • Park Maintenance (weeding, painting, trail woodchipping) • Invasive Species Control / Removal • Adopt-A-Trail Program • Adopt-A-Drain Program • Park Clean Up / Litter Pick up • Retzer Nature Center Special Events • Citizen Science Programs • Stewardship Projects • Scout Project Information
We Couldn't Do It Without YOU!
Retzer Nature Center is a treasure located in the heart of Waukesha County. It’s legacy dates back to 1973 when Mrs. Florence Retzer bequeathed her farm to the County Parks System to be utilized as a public park to “conserve the scenery, nature life and wildlife, leaving the land unimparied for the enjoyment of future generations.” The generous support of countless donors, volunteers, and caring members of the community have helped develop, maintain and support the Nature Center. You, too, can be part of this continuing legacy by supporting the Nature Center in various ways:
DISCOVERY TRAIL PROJECT
The Discovery Trail Project is now underway! This multiphase project is revitalizing and expanding accessibility of the paved trail at Retzer Nature Center. A gateway feature will be constructed at the entrance and create a series of “Exploration Stations” along the trail for outdoor education, sensory-based play experiences, and STEM activities for families and school groups. The trail will also include an area for outdoor classes and events to fully immerse attendees of all abilities in nature.
Leave your MARK
LEAVE YOUR MARK PROJECT
Leave your mark on the new boardwalk at Retzer Nature Center. Recognize friends, family, yourself, your business, or a special event or memory while supporting our efforts to improve the educational and recreational enjoyment of our visitors.
FRIENDS OF RETZER NATURE CENTER
When you donate to The Friends of Retzer, your contribution will be used to help preserve the natural beauty and serenity of the Retzer Nature Center, maintain and expand its facilities, support environmental education programs and teach our community about the importance of being responsible stewards of the world in which we live.
Retzer Nature Center Discovery Trail Project
Waukesha County Department of Parks and Land Use strives to enhance and expand access to natural resources and environmental education for all ages and abilities. We are asking for your help because everyone deserves the opportunity to connect with nature and explore our world. Donate Today www.waukeshacounty.gov/DiscoveryTrail
$5,000
Monarch Butterfly
• Extra Large logo on trail donor board (11” x 7”) • Participation in feature trail event • Certificate of
Thanks • Three social media tagged posts
$2,500
Green Darner Dragonfly
• Large logo on trail donor board (7” x 5”) • Participation in feature trail event • Certificate of
Thanks
$1,000
Dog-day Cicada
• Medium logo on trail donor board (5.25” x 3.5”) • Participation in feature trail event • Certificate of
Thanks
$500
Rusty Patched Bumble Bee
• Small logo on trail donor board (4.25” x 2”) • Certificate of
Thanks
$250
Common Eastern Firefly
• Name listed on trail donor board (3.35” x 2”) • Certificate of
Thanks
