Events
Upcoming Events
WRAP+ Collaborator Conference
Bringing together scientists who work with Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention data
November 5th
1244 Health Sciences Learning Center
The Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention (WRAP) team invites researchers and scientists who have used WRAP data to join us for the inaugural WRAP+ Collaborator Conference. Since our first study visit in 2001, the WRAP study has grown into one of the world’s largest and longest-running studies of individuals at risk for Alzheimer’s disease. We invite collaborators from our work to join us and hear about future goals and how we can work together for the next 25 years.
Genomics Seminar Series: Luca Pinello, PhD, Harvard University
Dissecting the Regulatory Genome by Destruction and Creation
November 5th, 1:30pm–2:30pm
UW Biotechnology Center Auditorium, Genetics-Biotechnology Center Building
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Arboretum Grady Tract
November 7th, 9:00am–12:00pm
Volunteer for habitat restoration activities in prairies, savannas, and woodlands. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at Grady Tract parking lot, southeast corner of Seminole Hwy. and W. Beltline Frontage Rd. (No restroom facilities.) Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 265-5214 or mkloppenburg@wisc.edu.
Class: All About Owls
Arboretum
November 7th, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
Learn about Wisconsin’s twelve owl species, focusing on the three that nest in Madison, and how to identify these elusive birds of prey. Habitat, calls, courtship, hunting, and eating will be discussed. Instructor: Sylvia Marek, Arboretum naturalist. Indoor class. Fee: $25. Register by November 3. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Nature Hike
Arboretum
November 8th, 1:00pm–2:30pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, this walk may cover sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Arboretum Grady Tract
November 14th, 9:00am–12:00pm
Volunteer for habitat restoration activities in prairies, savannas, and woodlands. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at Grady Tract parking lot, southeast corner of Seminole Hwy. and W. Beltline Frontage Rd. (No restroom facilities.) Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 265-5214 or mkloppenburg@wisc.edu.
Family Nature Program: Turkey Time
Arboretum
November 15th, 1:30pm–3:30pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Nature walk: 1:30–2:30 p.m., activities: 2:30–3:30 p.m. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Ecological Restoration Work Party
Arboretum Grady Tract
November 21st, 9:00am–12:00pm
Volunteer for habitat restoration activities in prairies, savannas, and woodlands. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at Grady Tract parking lot, southeast corner of Seminole Hwy. and W. Beltline Frontage Rd. (No restroom facilities.) Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 265-5214 or mkloppenburg@wisc.edu.
Class: History of the Arboretum’s Lost City
Arboretum
November 21st, 1:00pm–3:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
Explore the history and mysteries of the failed Lake Forest development project and the land that became part of the Arboretum. This indoor class will cover the personalities involved, why the project didn’t succeed, and the current status of the area. Instructor: Kathy Miner, Arboretum naturalist. Fee: $25. Register by November 17. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Scenic Stroll
Arboretum
November 22nd, 1:00pm–2:00pm
Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum
This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.