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A non-profit organization
dedicated to sustainable forestry, education and accessible recreation

​
​Wauwatosa, Wisconsin


Welcome
to the Woodland


We are a dedicated group of volunteers committed to the creation of opportunities in education and recreation that promote the ongoing care and conservation of this forest and its wildlife​ for this and future generations.
​

An exceptional gem in the heart of Milwaukee, this 60-acre, mature hardwood forest, represents one of the best and last remaining remnants of the southern hardwood forests that once covered southeast Wisconsin.

A unique mix of large oak, maple, ash and basswood trees along with sixteen other species native to the region and a rich understory of wildflowers, the forest provides a diverse habitat for wildlife, including more than 158 species of birds that feed, rest and nest in the area on an annual basis.

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Visitors to the forest experience solitude and passive recreation under the canopy of trees along a one mile self-guided nature trail. This accessible loop for hiking and nature observation offers all abilities the opportunity to immerse themselves in the experience, deepen their understanding of our relationship to forest ecosystems and consider the role each of us play as stewards of these special places.

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We've got plans


Site Planning and Design
are underway for the
non-forested
areas of the property

Considerations include: outdoor classroom areas, natural play and picnic spaces, native pollinator gardens, amphitheater, demonstration spaces, 
gathering area and pavillion
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We also look forward
​ to offering: Guided Educational Experiences 

School to Forest Partnerships
Interactive Experiences
Community Curated Installations
Opportunities for Citizen Monitoring
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The Forest Exploration Center 
​Physical Address: 
1800 Forest Exploration Drive | 
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
  53226
Mailing Address: PO Box 13154   |
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213
 
info(at)forestexplorationcenter.org 
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Contact Us
    • News
  • The Forest
    • The Trail
    • Plants & Animals >
      • Wildflower ID Videos
    • Projects
    • Reforestation
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Directions
    • What to Know
    • Accessibility
    • Things To Do
  • Events
  • Get Involved
    • Stewardship
    • Crew Projects
    • Steward Resources
  • Donate