Invasive Cork Tree Work Day, Nov. 28

Finishing House

Friends and Volunteers, Cork trees are classified “Prohibited” by the DNR.  Prohibited - If introduced into the state, are likely to survive and spread, potentially causing significant environmental or economic harm or harm to human health. Unfortunately they are already well established on the MacKenzie property.    In support for cork trees removal, the MacKenzie Center has been awarded ... Read More

Invasive Cork Tree Work Day, Dec. 1

Finishing House

Friends and Volunteers, Cork trees are classified “Prohibited” by the DNR.  Prohibited - If introduced into the state, are likely to survive and spread, potentially causing significant environmental or economic harm or harm to human health. Unfortunately they are already well established on the MacKenzie property.    In support for cork trees removal, the MacKenzie Center has been awarded ... Read More

Outdoor Skills Day Camp

The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United States

Monday — Thursday, 8am – 3pm During this 4-day camp for 4th-6th graders, campers will have the chance to learn about and participate in many outdoor activities including archery, fishing, woodcutting, fire-building, shelter building, camping, and more!

Friends Board Meeting

Finishing House

The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open, so feel free to join us if you're interested.

Winter Walk

The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United States

Come join the MacKenzie educators for a walk through the MacKenzie Center trails.  As we walk, we will begin to look for signs of animals and do some winter birding.

Friends Board Meeting

Finishing House

The Friends of MacKenzie Board of Directors meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Finishing House.  All meetings are open, so feel free to join us if you're interested.

MacKenzie Spring Internship Deadline Jan 15

The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United States

The MacKenzie Center, just 25 miles north of Madison, is a diverse environmental education and outdoor skills center with a remarkable conservation history. With interpretive trails, exhibits, museums and programming available for school and youth groups, MacKenzie is a wonderful place to visit and learn about the natural world. The MacKenzie Center is looking for ... Read More

Friends Annual Meeting

Lodge

Join us for the Friends Annual Meeting at the MacKenzie Center Lodge on Thursday, January 18, 2018.  Here’s the schedule: 4:45 -5:30 Registration and Payment, Social Time 5:30 – 6:15 Welcome, Invocation, Dinner ($10) pulled bison sandwich, slaw, potato salad, dessert, etc. 6:15 – 7:00  Business meeting/ election of board members 7:00 – 7:45  Speaker

Learn to Ice Fish

Lodge

Join the MacKenzie Center educators on Free Fishing Weekend to learn all things ice fishing! No fishing licenses is required on Free Fishing Weekend. All equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring any equipment you may have. This event is free and open to all ages. Remember to dress for the weather. Meet ... Read More

Maple Call-in Day for Schools and Groups

The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United States

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.