Become a Steward of this special place

Stewards are the heartwood of our many planned programs and projects

stewardship Opportunities 

We are seeking dedicated individuals to assist our staff and partners
Outreach Crew
Promote the forest at events and schools, connect with potential partners and sponsors!​
Invasive Species Crew
Receive training, then work to combat invasive plants in the forest and surrounding area.​
Stewardship Crew
Get hands-on with projects in trail tending, forest restoration, construction and maintenance.​
Monitor and Survey Crew
Document wildlife and plant observations for special forest projects and studies.​
RESOURCES AND PROJECTS

Eastern BlueBird Nest Box Monitoring 

Resources for  Bluebird Nest Box Monitors 
Visit the NestWatch page to:
  • Learn how to Monitor
  • Read the Code of Conduct  and
  • Take the Quiz to Become Certified

COMING SOON

trail Projects

Resources for  Trail Maintenance, Impact Monitoring  and Condition Assessments

Coming Soon

Wildflower Phenology Projects

Resources for  Plant Monitoring 

No time to spare, but still want to contribute?

We always appreciate tax deductible donations to support ongoing projects and forest management needs. Thank you!
The Forest Exploration Center
Sustaining a unique urban woodland. Supporting opportunities in education, recreation and stewardship.

​Physical Address: 1800 Forest Exploration Drive, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53226
Mailing Address: PO Box 13154, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213
info(at)forestexplorationcenter.org