Wolf Moon Hike
LodgeWolf Moon Hike Friday, Jan. 6, 5:30-7 p.m. Experience the MacKenzie Center in the moonlight with a guided hike through our forests and prairies. Arrive at 5:30 p.m. to spend some time by the fire before departing or come at 6 p.m. to join us for the hike. We’ll be moving more slowly, as we ... Read More
Candlelight Snowshow Hike
LodgeJoin us at the MacKenzie Center for a fun Friday night of hiking and snowshoeing on our illuminated path. Snowshoes are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis, but guests are welcome to bring their own, too! Please park in the Lodge parking lot, and walk up to the lodge for trail maps, restrooms ... Read More
Winter Tree ID
South Trails Parking Lot Poynette, WIWhich trees can we identify this winter at MacKenzie Center? Let’s learn together as we explore and identify trees, using MacKenzie’s educational materials on a guided hike! Please wear clothes for the weather and bring an enthusiasm to discover! Please park and meet naturalists in the south trails parking lot at 2 p.m. This event ... Read More
Maple Syrup Festival April 1,2023 CANCELED!
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesFrom DNR Staff: With heavy hearts, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Maple Festival on Saturday. The weather forecast is calling for dangerous winds, snow, and hail, and the risk posed is too great to continue on with our outdoor event.
April 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 April 11, 2023.
Story Time with Animals
Wildlife Area W7303 County Highway CS, PoynetteIntroduce your toddler or pre-school aged child to the outdoors during story time. Please meet inside the wildlife area near the wolves. Drop-in activities available.
May 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 May 9, 2023.
Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (MOHEE) May 17, 2023
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesFREE FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY You and your students are invited…The Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (pronounced MO'-hee) presented by The Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC)(OH'-heck), non-profit conservation organization. This is a perfect opportunity to extend learning outdoors before the school year comes to an end. Please consider joining us for the 2023 youth expo. May ... Read More
Midwest Outdoor Heritage Expo (MOHEE) May 18, 2023
The MacKenzie Center W7303 County Highway CS, Poynette, United StatesFREE FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITY You and your students are invited…The Midwest Outdoor Heritage Education Expo (pronounced MO'-hee) presented by The Outdoor Heritage Education Center (OHEC)(OH'-heck), non-profit conservation organization. This is a perfect opportunity to extend learning outdoors before the school year comes to an end. Please consider joining us for the 2023 youth expo. May ... Read More
MacKenzie Spring Birding
South Trails Parking Lot Poynette, WIMeet at south trails.
