June 2025
Make Music Monona
Celebrate Make Music Day with an afternoon of children’s music! We’re welcoming two groups: Lil' Dawgeez — 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. A father-daughter duo performing all the preschool favorites for kids everywhere. Music Avenue: Family Music Class— 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. Music Avenue is a nonprofit music education organization whose classes focus on infants, toddlers, and young children interacting musically with their caregivers. Participants will experience the joy of artistic movement, a steady beat, singing, and listening. Activities are highly…
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An Evening with David Landau
Join us for an evening of children’s music with David Landau and dinner from Ugly Apple Food Cart! Summer nights in Dane County are made for live music! Join us for our first-ever food cart and music night as we welcome David Landau, the king of kids’ music. David Landau is dedicated to sparking joy, fostering creativity, and instilling a love of music in children through his entertaining and educational performances. By combining music, humor, and interactive engagement, he aims…
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Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
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Storytime with Tracy Phillippi: The Wild Island
Sometimes the wildest adventures happen within… Join us for a Sunday evening story with Tracy Phillippi! Bring the family for a book reading, nature exploration, and the chance to become a National Park Reading Ranger. Signed copies of the book are available for purchase for $20. Cash & card accepted. The Wild Island: An Adventure at Isle Royale National Park By Tracy Phillippi - Illustrated by Susan Majewski ABOUT THE BOOK: On the first day of school, Simon finds himself…
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Land Steward Work Day
Interested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join us the second Saturday of the month, April thru October, to help control invasive species, seed with native plants, get dirty, and have some fun! Volunteer work days will focus mainly on land management and other projects as needed. Work days may be cancelled or planned activities modified due to inclement weather.
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Adult Summer Camp
Get your tickets early for this fun and exciting fundraiser! Summer camp activities throughout the grounds will be paired with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Camp games, stories, crafts, and adventure await!
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Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
Find out more »August 2025
Land Steward Work Day
Interested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join us the second Saturday of the month, April thru October, to help control invasive species, seed with native plants, get dirty, and have some fun! Volunteer work days will focus mainly on land management and other projects as needed. Work days may be cancelled or planned activities modified due to inclement weather.
Find out more »Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
Find out more »September 2025
Land Steward Work Day
Interested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join us the second Saturday of the month, April thru October, to help control invasive species, seed with native plants, get dirty, and have some fun! Volunteer work days will focus mainly on land management and other projects as needed. Work days may be cancelled or planned activities modified due to inclement weather.
Find out more »Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
Find out more »October 2025
Fall Fest
Fall Fest returns with 'Creatures of the Night', our annual fun-filled night of spooky nature activities in 'not-so-scary' style! With activity stations indoors and out, there is plenty of FREE fall fun for everyone to enjoy. Park your car at Ahuska Park and ride a FREE shuttle to ALNC. Food carts on site.
Find out more »Land Steward Work Day
Interested in helping restore and maintain ALNC’s prairie, pond, and woodlands? Join us the second Saturday of the month, April thru October, to help control invasive species, seed with native plants, get dirty, and have some fun! Volunteer work days will focus mainly on land management and other projects as needed. Work days may be cancelled or planned activities modified due to inclement weather.
Find out more »Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
Find out more »November 2025
Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
Find out more »December 2025
Bird & Nature Adventures
Join a naturalist for an easy, family-friendly walk from Aldo Leopold Nature Center into the beautiful Edna Taylor Conservation Park and enjoy a bit of nature education along the way.
Find out more »June 2027
Yoga with Mala Yoga
Yoga with Mala Yoga Center! Join us in the lobby for an early morning yoga class led by Mala Yoga Center. Breathe deep, move your body, and connect with nature to start your day feeling reset and recharged. Please note, this event is $15 for Mala Yoga non-members and $10 for Mala Yoga members. SIGN UP HERE FOR MALA YOGA NON-MEMBERS SIGN UP HERE FOR MALA YOGA MEMBERS Yoga at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center Classes led by Mala…
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Yoga with Mala Yoga Center! Join us in the lobby for an early morning yoga class led by Mala Yoga Center. Breathe deep, move your body, and connect with nature to start your day feeling reset and recharged. Please note, this event is $15 for Mala Yoga non-members and $10 for Mala Yoga members. SIGN UP HERE FOR MALA YOGA NON-MEMBERS SIGN UP HERE FOR MALA YOGA MEMBERS Yoga at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center Classes led by Mala…
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