WEHR IT ALL BEGAN

As a little kid, I spent a lot of time in Whitnall Park with my parents and grandparents. My story at Wehr began with an internship that developed into becoming a grant writer for the Accessibility Project where we raised over $30,000. During this time I helped kick-start the social media era at the Nature Center and since have been managing and growing the social media accounts until stepping down from that role in 2019. I was elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Friends of Wehr Nature Center, Inc. on January 20, 2020 with the goal of collaborating with the staff, board members and volunteers as they continue to deliver on their mission of inspiring current and future generations to explore and value the natural world. Wehr is a hidden gem within Whitnall Park that not many people know of! From the wetlands, grasslands, woodlands to the popular lake loop trail that follows the shoreline of Mallard Lake to where it flows over a beautiful waterfall into the Root River. Don't forget about the fully accessibile amphitheater and miles of boardwalk, there is something for everyone at Wehr!

During these challenging times, the need for nature, resilience and community is crucial. Please join me in supporting the Wehr Nature Center: A place for all seasons, a place for everyone.

Wehr Nature Center (WNC) is an urban nature preserve offering natural history and community science/service programs to all ages throughout Milwaukee County. Staff and volunteers inspire people to explore and value the natural world. Wehr is open daily, year-round.  

Friends of Wehr Nature Center is a non-profit organization that supports and promotes Wehr Nature Center and its  programs. Friends of Wehr believe that every person deserves to have access to nature. Friends of Wehr Nature Center is committed to sustaining an accessible nature destination; a place for all seasons, a place for everyone.

During these challenging times our need for nature's physical and mental healing benefits has proven stronger than ever. And Wehr Nature Center needs your help! Wehr's fall calendar is usually full of events and fundraisers that help support the center financially. At a time when large gatherings are unsafe, was designed. During this three week fundraising challenge there will be something for everyone - a virtual walk, fun challenges, nature experiences and more! 

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Did you know that you can support this person's fundraising campaign AND participate in the event's activities and challenges. Once you've made your donation on this page, go to the Adventurer page and register as an individual or family.  As part of the registration process, you are able to give credit to your favorite fundraiser by selecting their name from the drop-down list.