Community Science Program: Butterflies

Schedule

Mon Jun 22 2026 at 09:00 am to 10:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Retzer Nature Center | Waukesha, WI

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COMMUNITY SCIENCE PROGRAM: BUTTERFLIES
Learn. Collect. Contribute.
Join a team of fellow insect enthusiasts for a hands-on field survey! Learn all about Wisconsin’s native butterflies and other Lepidoptera species while helping scout them and collect data. Participants can earn eligible volunteer hours while learning, exploring, and contributing to state conservation efforts. No experience is needed.
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DATES/TIMES/LOCATIONS:
JUNE 22, 2026 • 9-10 a.m. • Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)
JULY 13, 2026 • 9-10 a.m. • Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)
AUGUST 3, 2026 • 9-10 a.m. • Retzer Nature Center (S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI)
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COST: Free! (ages 13+)
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REGISTRATION: Required; register by noon the day before. Sorry, no walk-ins.
Register at the link below (click "Programs & Special Events," then "Community Science").
https://wiwaukeshacountyweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/
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NOTE: Dress for the weather, as program takes place outdoors. In poor weather, program may be cancelled or rescheduled.
Survey may occasionally wander off trail into natural areas and tall grass. Close-toed shoes, long pants, water, sunscreen, and bug spray are recommended.
For any questions, please contact [email protected].
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