Wisconsin Wildlife Day
Badger DenJoin a MacKenzie naturalist on a guided tour of the MacKenzie Wildlife Area to learn more about the animals that call this state home. As we explore and observe the animals, we will learn about their unique adaptations that help them survive in Wisconsin. Please meet the naturalist in the Badger Den parking lot to ... Read More
Pollinator Palooza
LodgeWhat’s all the buzz around pollinators for anyway? Join us on Aug. 23, and we’ll tell you! Follow a MacKenzie naturalist on a hike through the incredible prairies that inhabit the park. During this hike, we will engage in understanding prairie ecosystems, and the creatures that call them home. We hope to see you there! Please ... Read More
Storytime with Animals
Wildlife Area W7303 County Highway CS, PoynetteStorytime With Animals Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024 10 – 11 a.m. Please join a MacKenzie Center educator in the wildlife area for the last Story time with Animals of the summer! During this hour, we will be reading a story focused on nature. After the story is over, feel free to peek at the wildlife ... Read More
September Friends Board Meeting
Finishing HouseThe Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Finishing House. All meetings are open. This month’s meeting is September 10, 2024.
Dusk and Campfire
LodgeDusk And Campfire Friday, Sept. 20, 2024 7 – 9 p.m. Come experience the MacKenzie Center at night! Join the educators on guided nature hikes through the woods and prairies. Self-guided tours will also be available. There will be a campfire to hangout around as well! Please park in the Lodge parking lot and meet ... Read More
October Friends Board Meeting
Finishing HouseThe Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Finishing House. All meetings are open. This month’s meeting is October 8, 2024.
Fall Fundraiser
The 2024 Fall Fundraiser will be on Saturday, October 12 at 5:30 p.m., at the Mackenzie Center Lodge. Spots can fill up quickly, so please send in your reservation form now! 2024 Fundraiser Reservation Form
Fall Festival
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesFall Festival, October 26, 2024, 10 am - 2 pm. Location: MacKenzie Center, W7303 County Rd CS &Q, Poynette, WI 53955. Activities include pumpkin painting, face painting, hay bale maze, compass course, archery, fire building, pond study, wood cutting, wildlife viewing, hay rides and food. $15.00 vehicle admission covers parking and all activities (cash only), ... Read More
Friends of MacKenzie Fall Festival
Friends Of MacKenzie Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please join us at the MacKenzie Center for the Friends of MacKenzie annual Fall Festival. There are so many activities – hay rides, pumpkin painting, face painting, archery, woodcutting and more. There is a vehicle admission fee of $15 per vehicle (cash only). ... Read More
Candlelight Hike and Campfire
LodgeCandlelight Hike And Campfire Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 5:30 – 8 p.m. Join us for a night on the trails. The path with be illuminated by candlelight on the trail nearest the Lodge and will conclude with a campfire. This is a drop-in event, so please come anytime between 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Please park in ... Read More
