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Dane County Land & Water Resources Department

Wisdom Prairie Summer Tour

Event Dates

  • Thursday, 07/23/2026 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Event Description

Whether you’re an experienced nature enthusiast looking to discover a new trail with a beautiful view of Lake Mendota and the Wisconsin State Capitol, seeking to deepen your relationship with this land or wanting to add more grounding, outdoor activities to your mental wellness routine, there will be something for you on this unique tour! Environmental education on each guided nature walk will be tailored to the trails you visit and what you encounter along the way. Frequent tour topics include: • Native prairie plants and pollinators • Butterflies, birds and wildlife habitats • Oak savanna and wetland ecology • Wisconsin seasonal changes • Environmental stewardship and local history • Mindfulness and connection with the natural world We hope you will join us for this restorative outdoor experience and that our local bird watchers and hikers in attendance will find their new favorite spot at Holy Wisdom Monastery! Slow down, reconnect with nature and discover one of Middleton’s most beautiful outdoor spaces by signing up today. Cost & Registration There is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. Please register through the Holy Wisdom Monastery website so we have enough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to weather.

Event Website

Location

Holy Wisdom Monastery

Contact

qlynch@holywisdommonastery.org

Categories: Kids & Family, All ages