Public event
Ice Fishing Clinic (registration required)
Badger DenTime: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Activities: Fishing, Outdoor activity, Outdoor skills Location: MacKenzie Center Come join the MacKenzie Center Educators to learn all about ice fishing! This event is free (no fishing license required on winter Free Fishing Weekend) and open to all ages. All equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring any materials you ... Read More
Candlelight Snowshoe Hike
LodgeTime: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Activities: Candlelight events, Hike, Nature study, Outdoor activity, Snowshoeing Location: MacKenzie Center Come join us at the MacKenzie Center for a fun Friday night of hiking and snowshoeing. Snowshoes will be provided, or you can bring your own! The illuminated trail begins at the MacKenzie Center lodge and will continue through the ... Read More
Maple Call-in Day for Schools and Groups
February 4, 2019 @ 7:15 am - 4:00 pm This is the first day that schools may call in to the MacKenzie Center to make reservations for their students to participate in the Maple Program. Call-in starts at 7:15 am and goes until the schedule is filled.
Owl Prowl
LodgeTime: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Activities: Educational Programs, Hike, Night event, Wildlife study Location: MacKenzie Center Come join the MacKenzie Educators to learn about Wisconsin owl species. From 5:30-6:30 p.m. will be an educational talk about owls. From 6:30-8:30 p.m. join us for a hike in the woods to search for owls. For the hike please dress for the ... Read More
Maple Syrup Festival
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesMaple Syrup Festival Time: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Activities: Drop-in Program, Educational Programs, Festivals, Food, Music, Outdoor activity, Outdoor skills Location: MacKenzie Center Come learn about how maple sugar and syrup was made by Native Americans and pioneers, as well as current methods used today. There will be live music, food, horse drawn wagon rides, interpretative displays, ... Read More
Work, Play, Earth Day
Badger DenApril 22 “Work, Play, Earth Day” 9am-3pm Celebrate Earth Day by helping us remove invasive species, pick up litter, and participate in other activities. Individuals, businesses, school groups, and other organizations are all welcome to attend. This will be a drop-in event, so please stop by the Badger Den anytime between 9am-3pm to help with ... Read More
Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE)
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesMidwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE) May 15-16, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm The MacKenzie Center is hosting the 5th annual Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo for 4th-6th grade classrooms. Registration is required for this free event. Visit www.outdoorheritageeducationcenter.com to register and learn more.
Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE)
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesMay 15-16, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm The MacKenzie Center is hosting the 5th annual Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo for 4th-6th grade classrooms. Registration is required for this free event. Visit www.outdoorheritageeducationcenter.com to register and learn more.
Women’s Archery Clinic (registration required)
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesJune 8 Women’s Archery Clinic 9am-12pm Have you ever been interested in archery or have shot a few times but want to know more? This free event is open to all women ages 8 and up. Call (608)635-8105 to register or for more information. Registration is required.
Story Time with Animals
Wildlife Area W7303 County Highway CS, PoynetteJune 19 Story Time with Animals 10am - 11am Introduce your toddler or pre-school aged child to the outdoors during story time. Please meet inside the wildlife area near the wolves.
