Kids on the Prairie – June 14, 2026

Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!

Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public.

We offer our Kids on the Prairie programs monthly, April-November. Registration for our April and May programs are now open (click the April or May date in the list below or the button at the bottom). Once the April program is over, the June registration will open. Please register so we know how many people to prepare for.

• June 14 – Lost Lake Critters – Who lives in the lake? Take a look at tiny critters that feed other residents of Lost Lake. Observe painted turtles while we explore trails around the lake for signs of other creatures that call this their home.

Time & Location

Sundays, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
Holy Wisdom Monastery
4200 County Road M, Middleton
Meet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. For more information contact Julie Melton, [email protected].

Schedule

Meet at the monastery building parking lot kiosk at 10:30 am. Begin walk at 10:35 am. Return at 11:45 am.

Guides

Experienced volunteer educators and guides include Julie Melton, Anne Basken, Charles and Sue Bradley, Sandy Weber, Lisa Gaumnitz, Ken Basken and Joan Martin. Additional support from guest presenters Mike Crawford and Michael Shinners as needed.

Cost & Registration

This is a free event. The registration deadline for each Kids on the Prairie event is the day of the event. Please register on the Holy Wisdom website so we know how many to prepare for.