Friends of Lapham Peak 2025 schedule for the Nature Center to be open:

• August – 2, 3, 9, 10, 30, 31
  • August 30 from 11:00 am to 11:45 am: Wisconsin State Parks, Forests and Recreation Areas: A Ranger’s Guide
    • Retired Wisconsin Park Ranger, Jim Buccholz, will discuss and present colorful photos of several Wisconsin state and park forest properties to demonstrate the contents of each chapter of his guide book, Wisconsin’s State Parks, Forests and Recreation Areas – A Ranger’s Guide. As part of the presentation Jim will discuss briefly the history of the state park system and the 125th anniversary celebration being held this year.
      The talk will conclude with a fun state park and forest trivia guessing game.
    • Copies of Jim’s book will be available for purchase and to have Jim sign – $39.95 each.
• September – 1, 6, 7, 13, 14
  • 25th Women & Wine in the Woods event
  • September 6 – Wisconsin Turtles
    • Back by popular demand, Friends of Lapham Peak is hosting Waukesha County Land Conservancy to talk about Wisconsin’s 11 species of turtles. These amazing reptiles play a vital role in maintaining the health of our freshwater habitats by assisting with nutrient cycling and sustaining balanced food webs. Sadly, many species face declining populations due to human-caused threats. Come learn what you can do to help these amazing creatures and their habitats as a step toward protecting them for future generations.This family friendly event will be at 1 pm on Saturday, September 6th at the Hausmann Nature Center at Lapham Peak State Park and will feature a few native turtle species.
  • September 14 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 – Leave No Trace: A Trail Adventure for Kids
    • When enjoying outdoor adventures, it’s important to know how to take care of ourselves and nature. The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace are a framework that both adults and kids can learn. Practicing these principles helps us minimize our impact on the outdoors whether we are hiking, camping, playing in a park or in our own backyards.This program will begin with hands-on activities in a classroom setting that teach the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace, followed by a stewardship hike in Lapham Peak. Different hiking distances will be offered so that kids of all ages can participate.

      This program is designed for kids ages 7-14 but kids and adults of all ages are welcome!

      Girl Scouts and Troops:
      This program will help you earn your Trail Adventure Badge. We will break into age groups and activities will be tailored for Brownies, Juniors and Cadets.

      Note: A Wisconsin State Park pass is required. Kids must be accompanied by a responsible adult for both the classroom activities and the hike.

• October – 4, 5, 18, 19

HOURS 10-1 and 1-4

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