Embark on a self-guided night hike on the boardwalk, where the stars will be your guide and the rustling leaves will be your music. After the hike, it's time to unwind. Gather around the campfire to enjoy snacks, share stories, and have loads of fun under the open sky. FREE
This is a fun, educational activity for the entire family. Enjoy the outdoors and read the book Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson on our kid-friendly boardwalk trail. Reading stations will be set up along the boardwalk for a self-guided walk to read a page or two at each station. Visit each station […]
Join the Kaukauna Public Library and 1000 Islands staff to learn shelter building! Staff will share the basics of building a survival shelter and get an opportunity to build their own out in the woods. Dress for the weather and join the fun! Register through the Kaukauna Public Library website. FREE
This is a class for children 3-5 years old and their caregiver. Listen to the book Little Deer Lost by Janet Bingham. Learn what deer tracks look like and what deer like to eat. We will take a short hike and will look for deer. This program will start inside and end outside. Please dress […]
This program is for younger children and families. Get ready to dive into the vibrant colors of fall with our fun-filled DIY craft session. We'll be creating beautiful fall-themed crafts that will bring the magic of autumn right into your hands. FREE
Join our indoor workshop to learn how to make lip balm using locally sourced beeswax! Choose from a variety of flavors, and we’ll supply all the ingredients and containers. This program is open to teens and adults. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. The cost is $3 per participant, payable at the start […]
The Friends of 1000 Islands Monthly Committee Meeting All are welcome to the Freinds Committee Meetings to discuss current issues facing 1000 Islands and ways the Friends group can help. The Friends is a non-profit organization with its main purpose to help 1000 Islands financially and through volunteering. To learn how you can become involved […]
Monthly 1000 Islands Committee Meeting This is a public meeting and all are welcome to attend the monthly meetings held at 1000 Islands Environmental Center. Committee Members are appointed by the Mayor. If you are interested in becoming a Committee Member, please reach out to us and we will pass your information on to the […]
This is a fun, educational activity for the entire family. Enjoy the outdoors and read the book How Do Dinosaurs Eat Their Food? by Jane Yolen on our kid-friendly boardwalk trail. Reading stations will be set up along the boardwalk for a self-guided walk to read a page or two at each station. Visit each […]
Happy Thanksgiving! The Nature Center building is closed today, but our trails are open from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Please stay on the trail and dogs are not allowed in the Conservancy Zone. Thank you for respecting this policy.
Join the Kaukauna Public Library and 1000 Islands staff to learn knot tying! Learn the basics of knot tying as our expert staff share their knowledge. Dress for the great outdoors and immerse yourself in this hands-on experience. Register through the Kaukauna Public Library website. FREE
Join our indoor workshop to learn how to create lip balm with locally sourced beeswax! You can choose from a variety of flavors, and we’ll provide all the necessary ingredients and containers. This workshop is open to both teens and adults. Each participant will receive two half-ounce tins of lip balm. Pre-registration is required as […]