Camp Aldo Evenings: Tie-Dye at Sunset
June 21 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free
Kick off summer with color, creativity, and community at Aldo Leopold Nature Center.
Join us for a relaxed, golden-hour gathering featuring a tie-dye station with everything you need to make your own colorful creation! We will also have local food vendors, refreshing beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and plenty of space to roam the trails as the sun sets over the prairie.
🎨 Bring Your Own Item to Dye! We encourage guests to bring a clothing item from home to transform. White, 100% cotton items work best (t-shirts, tote bags, socks, bandanas, etc.). We’ll provide the dyes and guidance—you bring the creativity!
Tie-dye is also a simple way to give new life to something already in your closet. Instead of buying something new, refresh an old favorite and keep it out of the landfill—a small, colorful act of sustainability.
$20 suggested donation.
In addition to tie-dye, enjoy lawn games, music, and time to connect with friends—old and new—in a casual outdoor setting.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Adults and children are welcome, and no pre-registration is required unless you would like to take advantage of our childcare offerings. To register for childcare during the event, please fill out the form below:
Additional Information About On-site Childcare:
Looking for a little break from your little ones?
The environmental educators at Aldo Leopold Nature Center will provide high-quality on-site childcare during Camp Aldo Evenings so caregivers can relax and enjoy the event.
- Childcare is offered at a flat rate of $35 per child for the duration of the event.
- Children may be dropped off and picked up at any time between 5:00–7:30 pm.
- Children ages 5–11 are welcome (children must be potty trained).
- We will be providing light snacks for all children.
Space is limited to ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone. Register today to save your spot!
Getting Ready for the Event:
Limited parking is available onsite. Biking and carpooling are encouraged! The Madison Metro Bus line G also has a stop near the Nature Center.
For more information, please email Lizzie Condon at lizzie@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org.
A photographer may be onsite to document this event. If you would not like your photo taken, please advise the photographer. Thank you!
With appreciation to our 2026 partners who make programs like this possible!
If you are interested in partnering with us, please contact Lizzie Condon at lizzie@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org.
Media Partners
Wondering about lodging?
Country Inn & Suites, AVID Hotel, and AmericInn are all located within 1.5 miles from the Aldo Leopold Nature Center.
Interested in a place more home-y?
Check out the AirBnB, and Verbo rentals in Monona.
