# Outdoor Classroom for Kids at Retzer Nature Center

> Event for families in the Milwaukee–Waukesha area (WI). Times are Central Time.

- When: Wed, Nov 4 (+2 more dates) · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Where: Retzer Nature Center, S14W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI 53188
- Ages: Ages 4-12 with an adult
- Price: $6 per child per date; adults free
- Organizer: Waukesha County Parks and Land Use
- Official page: https://wiwaukeshacountyweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=AR&category=Retzer%20Nature%20Center&type=Public
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Guided, mostly outdoor nature lessons for ages 4-12: Glacial Wisconsin (Nov 4), Thankful for Nature (Nov 18) and Hibernation/Migration with snowshoes if trails allow (Dec 2). An adult must accompany each child (adults free); register by noon the day before.

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