1305 Plank Road

Menasha, WI 54952

Heckrodt Wetland

Reserve includes 76

acres of forested

wetland, wetland

meadow, open water,

and upland field

communities. The

wheelchair & stroller-friendly 3+ mile trail

system includes 2 miles of boardwalk that

allows access to the wetland without getting

wet feet! The Reserve is home to a variety of

mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, and

amphibians. Facilities include a nature

center with indoor living wetland and live

reptiles, amphibians, and fish, as well as

mounted specimens of Wisconsin mammals

and bird species. Educational programs are

provided for schools, daycares, special focus

groups (pre-school, grade school, scouts, and

senior citizens), and the general public. Our

goal is to provide visitor education while

fostering an ethic of environmental

stewardship in a fun, hands-on atmosphere.

Place a check on the line next to the program(s)

you wish to register for:

January-Oh Deer!

____ Thursday, January 18th – 9:30-11:00 am

____ Thursday, January 18th – 1:00-2:30 pm

February-Winter Wonderland

____ Thursday, February 15th – 9:30-11:00 am

____ Thursday, February 15th – 1:00-2:30 pm

March-Windy Weather

____ Thursday, March 15th – 9:30-11:00 am

____ Thursday, March 15th – 1:00-2:30 pm

April-Birdies

____ Thursday, April 19th – 9:30-11:00 am

____ Thursday, April 19th – 1:00-2:30 pm

May-Totally Turtles

____ Thursday, May 17th – 9:30-11:00 am

____ Thursday, May 17th – 1:00-2:30 pm

June-Bat in the Hat

____ Thursday, June 21st – 9:30-11:00am

____ Thursday, June 21st – 1:00-2:30pm

July– Fairy Forts and Animal Homes

____ Thursday, July 19th – 9:30-11:00am

____ Thursday, July 19th– 1:00-2:30pm

August– Wide Open Prairie

____ Thursday, August 16th – 9:30-11:00am

____ Thursday, August 16th – 1:00-2:30pm

September-Who Lives Underground?

____ Thursday, September 20th – 9:30 -11:00am

____ Thursday, September 20th – 1:00-2:30 pm

October– Leaves of Many Color

____ Thursday, October 18th – 9:30-11:00am

____ Thursday, October 18th –1:00-2:30pm

November-Terrific Turkeys

____ Thursday, November 15th – 9:30-11:00am

____ Thursday, November 15th – 1:00-2:30pm

December-Hibernation Happens

____ Thursday, December 13th –9:30-11:00am

____ Thursday, December 13th – 1:00-2:30pm

Turtle Tots programs are designed to connect children ages 2-5 to nature in a naturalist-

led setting. These programs include: Hands-on Centers, Craft, Snack,

and Outdoor Experience.

The fee is $5.00 per child. ($6.00/child with credit card) Adult must attend with child.

There is no fee for adults. There is also no charge for siblings under the age of 2.

https://www.heckrodtnaturecenter.org/turtle-preschool-adventure

Registration and payment is required by the Friday before the program. There is no

registration day of the program. There is no refund for missed programs.

Role of the accompanying adult:

Adults accompanying children are expected to play a vital role in this program. In addition to behavior control, accompanying adults facilitate participation

by taking an active role in guiding stations and assistance with activities for their child.

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www.heckrodtnaturecenter.org

is to enhance, restore, and preserve the

Reserve and educate all people in the

importance of conserving our natural

resources while promoting the Reserve’s

many recreational opportunities.

HWR is a 501(c)(3)

not-for-profit organization.

Operating Hours Trails open year round from 6 AM—9 PM

Nature Center Hours

Monday CLOSED

Tuesday 8 AM-4:30 PM Wednesday 8 AM-4:30 PM Thursday 8 AM-4:30 PM Friday 8 AM-4:30 PM Saturday 11 AM-4 PM

Sunday CLOSED

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Turtle Tots Pre-school Programs at Heckrodt...

Turtle Tots Registrations….

To register in person or by mail, fill out

information below, cut off along line and mail

with program fees to: Heckrodt Wetland

Reserve, 1305 Plank Rd Menasha, WI 54952

Name: ___________________________________

Child’s Name: _____________________________

Age: _______ Sibling(s) Attending:_____________

____________________ Age(s): ______________

Address:__________________________________

City: ________________State: ____Zip: ________

Phone #: _____________________________

Email Address: _____________________________

How did you hear about our program:

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Leaves of Many Colors Leaves of Many Colors Leaves of Many Colors Leaves of Many Colors

Thursday, October 18th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, October 18th at 1:00-2:30pm

Fall is fun! Let’s explore

leaves of many colors.

Collect some leaves and

make an art project.

Terrific Turkeys Terrific Turkeys Terrific Turkeys Terrific Turkeys

Thursday, November 15th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, November 15th at 1:00-2:30pm

Learn about wild turkeys.

What do turkey feathers feel

like? Discover what turkeys

eat and practice your turkey

calls!

Hibernation HappensHibernation HappensHibernation HappensHibernation Happens

Thursday, December 13th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, December 13th at 1:00-2:30pm

(2nd Thursday of this month)

Winter is here. What happens

to animals that live here?

Do they sleep, migrate, or

stay active? Let’s crawl into

the Hibernation Hut to

learn about their winter strategies.

Birdies!Birdies!Birdies!Birdies!

Thursday, April 19th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, April 19th at 1:00-2:30pm

Birds are unique animals

that fly. Come learn where

they live and what they eat.

Then observe some at our

bird feeding area.

Totally TurtlesTotally TurtlesTotally TurtlesTotally Turtles

Thursday, May 17th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, May 17th at 1:00-2:30pm

Discover what turtles use

for food and shelter with

activities and crafts. Take

a hike to our pond to look

for turtles basking in the sun!

Bat in the HatBat in the HatBat in the HatBat in the Hat

Thursday, June 21st at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, June 21st at 1:00-2:30pm

Are bats really blind?

Learn a little more about

these flying mammals.

Take a hike and look for

places they might

live on the Reserve.

Oh Deer!Oh Deer!Oh Deer!Oh Deer!

Thursday, January 18th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, January 18th at 1:00-2:30 pm

Come learn more about

these magnificent creatures.

Discover where they live,

what they eat. Then go on a

hike looking for deer.

Winter Wonderland!Winter Wonderland!Winter Wonderland!Winter Wonderland!

Thursday, February 15th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, February 15th at 1:00-2:30pm

Let it Snow, Let it Snow,

Let it Snow! Let’s take a

closer look at snowflakes

and icicles. Explore the

winter wonderland outside!

Windy WeatherWindy WeatherWindy WeatherWindy Weather

Thursday, March 15th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, March 15th at 1:00-2:30pm

Wind makes a difference to

our weather and helps us fly

our kites. Let’s discover

how wind helps seeds travel.

Fairy Forts and Animal Homes Fairy Forts and Animal Homes Fairy Forts and Animal Homes Fairy Forts and Animal Homes

Thursday, July 19th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, July 19th at 1:00-2:30pm

Learn about different animal

habitats in the wetland! Then

build your own fairy fort out

of natural materials found

around the Reserve.

Wide Open PrairieWide Open PrairieWide Open PrairieWide Open Prairie

Thursday, August 16th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, August 16th at 1:00-2:30pm

Let’s find out about what lives

and grows in the wide open

prairie and fields. Then we’ll

go outside to net some bugs!

Also visit the honey bee hive.

Who Lives Underground?Who Lives Underground?Who Lives Underground?Who Lives Underground?

Thursday, September 20th at 9:30-11 am

Thursday, September 20th at 1:00-2:30pm

What lives in the soil beneath

your feet? Let’s take a closer

look, while digging and

exploring the world beneath

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