School's out — time to play! Spring Adventure Days are full of fun, learning, and seasonal exploration. Investigate the natural world on an Adventure Day!
View by ages: Ages 7 to 12 | Kindergarten (4-6 years old)
Join us for one day or the entire week. Register individually each day
Spring Break Adventure Day - Weather Detectives
Monday, April 3| 9:30 am - 4 pm | Riverside Park
Sunshine or rain, we'll be heading outside to make some real-time weather observations. Using thermometers, wind meters, and more we'll think like scientists as we work together. Group games, outdoor play, and picnic fun will be included in this adventure-filled day too!
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Spring Break Adventure Day - Eco Art
Tuesday, April 4 | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Riverside Park
Use your creativity, recycled materials, and elements from Mother Earth to craft nature-inspired art. We'll embark on an art-in-nature hike searching for colors, patterns, and sounds to amplify the beauty of Riverside Park. Group games, outdoor play, and picnic fun will be included in this adventure-filled day too!
Spring Break Adventure Day - Animals in Spring
Wednesday, April 5 | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Riverside Park
Meet the animals and plants of Riverside Park and use your five senses to learn about the changes Milwaukee species undergo in this new season. We’ll encourage exploration and inquiry through hikes, games, and a visit to our animal room!
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Spring Break Adventure Day - Soil Science
Thursday, April 6 | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Menomonee Valley
Explore the dirt and soil as we dig into the Earth below our feet! We'll meet the UEC compost worms, do some mud painting, and feel the differences between sand, silt, and clay. Group games, outdoor play, and picnic fun will be included in this adventure-filled day too!
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Spring Break Adventure Day - River Explorations
Friday, April 7 | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Menomonee Valley
We'll venture out to explore along the Menomonee River, go for a hike, and learn about the plants and animals that call this place home. Using dip nets and basins, we'll collect creatures from the river and take a closer look at them with hand lenses. Group games, outdoor play, and picnic fun will be included in this adventure-filled day too!
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Spring Break Forest Adventures
March 27 - March 31 | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Riverside Park (Join us for one day or the whole week!)
April 3 - April 7 | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Riverside Park & Menomonee Valley (Join us for one day or the whole week!)
Your kids will have an active day outdoors hiking, climbing trees, bird watching, bug catching, and playing in the park with others. We’ll encourage exploration and inquiry through outdoor play, games, imaginary play, and more. Please dress your child in layers for the outdoor weather, along with a spare set of clothes, a bag lunch, and a reusable water bottle. We will spend as much time outdoors as possible (weather permitting).
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Questions about Adventure Days?
For questions about Forest Adventures (ages 4-6), contact our Nature-based Early Childhood team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
For questions about programs (ages 7-12), contact our Community Programs team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
