2025 Field Trip registration is now open

Explore Wisconsin’s natural wonders with us May through October

We are offering 278 Field Trips in 2025 to explore Wisconsin’s lands, waters and wildlife with top-notch leaders. Many of our trips have filled, though there are 40+ stellar trips that have spaces available.

Note: You must be a current member of the Foundation to register for Field Trips. If you are not currently a member, we invite you to become a member now and join us out in the field for our 2025 season. Your gift supports our mission to protect Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife, and ensures you are on the mailing list for the Field Trip Guidebook.

Interested in saving money and reducing carbon emissions? Learn more about our carpool RIDESHARE program.
In effort to ensure Field Trips are affordable for all, we offer financial assistance for registration fees. 

What makes our Field Trips special?

Our Field Trips generally run April through October each year and highlight the best of Wisconsin’s natural world. We offer unique opportunities for all ages to explore Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife by foot, bike, and boat.

Trips are led by top-notch naturalists who share their love and knowledge of Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife. Enjoy up-close experiences with Wisconsin’s natural world and learn about the critical conservation work being done to protect it.

Banner photo by Becky Brockman-Schneider

Box photos by  Emma Schatz, Christine Tanzer, Mary Lock Albrecht, courtesy of Riveredge Nature Center, and Tim Hahn